Samsung TL225 vs Sony a3500

Here, we are comparing the Samsung TL225 and Sony a3500, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the TL225 (12MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the TL225 (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The TL225 was manufactured 5 years before the a3500 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TL225 scores versus the a3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL225 & Sony Alpha a3500. The entire galleries are available at Samsung TL225 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL225 offers outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony a3500 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TL225 vs the a3500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TL225 and a3500 is 94 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL225 and a3500.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TL225 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony a3500 will produce extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older TL225 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.