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Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L

Portability
98
Imaging
35
Features
36
Overall
35
Samsung TL320 front
 
Sigma fp L front
Portability
83
Imaging
83
Features
80
Overall
81

Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs

Samsung TL320
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
  • n/ag - 97 x 61 x 21mm
  • Released February 2009
  • Alternate Name is WB1000
Sigma fp L
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Announced March 2021
  • Superseded the Sigma fp
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Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L Overview

Lets look a bit more closely at the Samsung TL320 and Sigma fp L, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the TL320 (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the TL320 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The TL320 was introduced 13 years before the fp L which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the TL320 grades against the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Sigma fp L

 TL320 fp L 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Samsung TL320

 fp L TL320 
AnnouncedMarch 2021February 2009More modern by 147 months
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k460kCrisper screen (+1640k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung TL320 and Sigma fp L

 TL320 fp L 
Manual focus More accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung TL320 provides external measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung TL320 and Sigma fp L in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the TL320 vs the fp L.

Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL320 and fp L is 98 and 83 respectively.

Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TL320 and fp L.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TL320 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sigma fp L will give extra detail using its extra 49MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged TL320 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison

Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung TL320
Portrait photography with Sigma fp L
34
you can focus manually
has face detect autofocus
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
89
manual focus
high resolution (61MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detection focus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL320 Street photography information
Sigma fp L Street photography information
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
78
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
provides focus via touch
weather proof
great high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL320 Sports photography advice
Sigma fp L Sports photography advice
30
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
79
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
high resolution (61MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
comes with phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
bad battery (240 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung TL320
Travel photography with Sigma fp L
59
flash built-in
relatively wide (24mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
73
weather proof
provides focus via touch
high resolution (61 megapixels)
bad battery (240 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL320 Landscape photography features
Sigma fp L Landscape photography features
43
you can focus manually
relatively wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
81
manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a good size (3.2")
high resolution (61 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW formats
weather proof
no image stabilization
bad battery (240 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung TL320
Vlogging with Sigma fp L
31
relatively wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
38
touchscreen functionality
includes face detection focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have external mic support
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
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Samsung TL320 vs Sigma fp L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL320 and Sigma fp L
 Samsung TL320Sigma fp L
General Information
Brand Samsung Sigma
Model type Samsung TL320 Sigma fp L
Otherwise known as WB1000 -
Class Ultracompact Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2009-02-23 2021-03-25
Physical type Ultracompact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 61 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 9520 x 6328
Highest native ISO 3200 25600
Highest boosted ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Lowest boosted ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 49
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Leica L
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) -
Max aperture f/2.8-5.8 -
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Number of lenses - 40
Crop factor 5.9 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 2,100 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution - 3,680 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.83x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 16s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.00 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes (USB Power Delivery supported)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 427 gr (0.94 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 photos
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID - BP-51
Self timer Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $380 $2,499