Samsung TL240 vs Sony A500

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung TL240 versus Sony A500, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the A500 (12MP) is very comparable but the TL240 (1/2.3") and A500 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The TL240 was revealed 5 months later than the A500 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TL240 scores vs the A500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL240 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The full galleries are available at Samsung TL240 Gallery and Sony A500 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL240 offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony A500 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TL240 versus the A500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TL240 and A500 is 95 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL240 and A500.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TL240 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung TL240 will show more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.