Samsung TL240 vs Sony RX1R

The following is a extensive analysis of the Samsung TL240 and Sony RX1R, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the TL240 (14MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the TL240 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) enjoy different sensor size.

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The TL240 was released 4 years before the RX1R which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TL240 scores versus the RX1R for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL240 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are available at Samsung TL240 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL240 has got exterior dimensions 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 Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the TL240 and the RX1R.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TL240 and RX1R is 95 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL240 and RX1R.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TL240 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX1R will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged TL240 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.