Samsung TL225 vs Sony RX1
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Samsung TL225 vs Sony RX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2009
- Additionally referred to as ST550
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0-22.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Announced February 2013

Samsung TL225 vs Sony RX1 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Samsung TL225 versus Sony RX1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the TL225 (12MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the TL225 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor size.

The TL225 was brought out 4 years before the RX1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TL225 grades versus the RX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung TL225 vs Sony RX1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL225 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung TL225 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Sony RX1
TL225 | RX1 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Samsung TL225
RX1 | TL225 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 42 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1152k | Crisper display (+77k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL225 and Sony RX1
TL225 | RX1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung TL225 vs Sony RX1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL225 enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony RX1 has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Check out the Samsung TL225 versus Sony RX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TL225 vs the RX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TL225 and RX1 is 94 and 79 respectively.

Samsung TL225 vs Sony RX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL225 and RX1.
All in all, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TL225 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony RX1 will offer extra detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TL225 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Samsung TL225 vs Sony RX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL225 vs Sony RX1 Specifications
Samsung TL225 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL225 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 |
Also referred to as | ST550 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-13 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.0-22.0 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,152 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 187 grams (0.41 pounds) | 482 grams (1.06 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 93 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2534 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-07A | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $488 | $2,798 |