Samsung TL225 vs Sony A6000

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung TL225 and Sony A6000, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the TL225 (12MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the TL225 (1/2.3") and A6000 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The TL225 was announced 5 years prior to the A6000 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TL225 matches up versus the A6000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL225 & Sony Alpha a6000. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL225 Gallery & Sony A6000 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL225 features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony A6000 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TL225 and the A6000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TL225 and A6000 is 94 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL225 and A6000.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TL225 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A6000 will give you extra detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged TL225 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.