Samsung TL240 vs Sony NEX-6

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung TL240 and Sony NEX-6, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is pretty close but the TL240 (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The TL240 was introduced 4 years prior to the NEX-6 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TL240 scores against the NEX-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL240 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung TL240 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung TL240 enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony NEX-6 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung TL240 and Sony NEX-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TL240 versus the NEX-6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TL240 and NEX-6 is 95 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL240 and NEX-6.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL240 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony NEX-6 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older TL240 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.