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Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II

Portability
98
Imaging
34
Features
36
Overall
34
Samsung TL320 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II front
Portability
78
Imaging
75
Features
65
Overall
71

Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II 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
  • Launched February 2009
  • Alternative Name is WB1000
Sony RX1R II
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 50 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F2.0) lens
  • 507g - 113 x 65 x 72mm
  • Revealed October 2015
  • Replaced the Sony RX1R
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II Overview

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Samsung TL320 versus Sony RX1R II, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TL320 (12MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the TL320 (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The TL320 was revealed 7 years before the RX1R II which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the TL320 scores against the RX1R II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Sony RX1R II

 TL320 RX1R II 

Reasons to pick Sony RX1R II over the Samsung TL320

 RX1R II TL320 
RevealedOctober 2015February 2009Newer by 80 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution1229k460kClearer display (+769k dot)

Common features in the Samsung TL320 and Sony RX1R II

 TL320 RX1R II 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL320 provides exterior 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 Sony RX1R II has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Compare the Samsung TL320 versus Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the TL320 versus the RX1R II.

Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL320 and RX1R II is 98 and 78 respectively.

Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II top view buttons comparison

Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL320 and RX1R II.

All in all, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TL320 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony RX1R II will deliver extra detail because of its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged TL320 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II sensor size comparison

Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung TL320 Portrait photography advice
Sony RX1R II Portrait photography advice
33
has manual focus
offers face detection focus
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
85
has manual focus
above average flash sync (1/4,000 seconds)
megapixel count excellent (42MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes face detect focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung TL320 Street photography details
Sony RX1R II Street photography details
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
73
has a tilting screen
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
above average ISO range (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (507g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung TL320 Sports photography factors
Sony RX1R II Sports photography factors
29
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
62
megapixel count excellent (42MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
has phase detect AF
can't change focal length (35mm)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery power (220 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung TL320
Travel photography with Sony RX1R II
59
has built in flash
quite wide (24mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low MP (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
59
megapixel count excellent (42 megapixels)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
lack of Time Lapse function
not so great battery power (220 per charge)
heavier than competition in class (507g)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung TL320 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony RX1R II as a Landscape photography camera
43
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
68
has manual focus
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
megapixel count excellent (42 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
no low pass filter
above average ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (35mm)
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery power (220 shots)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung TL320 Vlogging advice
Sony RX1R II Vlogging advice
31
quite wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection focus
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
34
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
includes face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (507g)
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Samsung TL320 vs Sony RX1R II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung TL320 and Sony RX1R II
 Samsung TL320Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung TL320 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II
Otherwise known as WB1000 -
Category Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-02-23 2015-10-13
Physical type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - BIONZ X
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 42 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 7952 x 5304
Highest native ISO 3200 25600
Highest boosted ISO - 102400
Min native ISO 80 50
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 35mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.8 f/2.0
Macro focus distance 5cm 14cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 460k dots 1,229k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.74x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 16 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.00 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix Off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/4000 secs
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) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 507 gr (1.12 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 113 x 65 x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 97
DXO Color Depth score not tested 25.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.9
DXO Low light score not tested 3204
Other
Battery life - 220 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) Yes (2,5, 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $380 $3,300