Samsung TL320 vs Sony A450

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung TL320 and Sony A450, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the TL320 (12MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the TL320 (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The TL320 was released 10 months earlier than the A450 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TL320 scores versus the A450 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL320 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung TL320 Gallery & Sony A450 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung TL320 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the TL320 against the A450.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL320 and A450 is 98 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The visual here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL320 and A450.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL320 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A450 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older TL320 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.