Samsung TL240 vs Sony a1

Below is a in depth comparison of the Samsung TL240 and Sony a1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the TL240 (14MP) and a1 (50MP) and the TL240 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The TL240 was released 12 years before the a1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TL240 matches up vs the a1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL240 and Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL240 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL240 offers outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TL240 versus the a1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL240 and a1 is 95 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the TL240 and a1.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TL240 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony a1 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 36MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older TL240 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.