Samsung TL240 vs Sigma fp

Here is a complete comparison of the Samsung TL240 and Sigma fp, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the TL240 (14MP) and fp (25MP) and the TL240 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The TL240 was launched 10 years prior to the fp and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the TL240 scores against the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL240 and Sigma fp. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL240 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL240 comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TL240 versus the fp.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL240 and fp is 95 and 84 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TL240 and fp.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL240 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sigma fp will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older TL240 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.