Samsung TL350 vs Sigma SD9

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung TL350 versus Sigma SD9, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the TL350 (10MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the TL350 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The TL350 was manufactured 7 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL350 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TL350 scores against the SD9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL350 & Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are available at Samsung TL350 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung TL350 features outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Look at the Samsung TL350 versus Sigma SD9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the TL350 against the SD9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL350 and SD9 is 94 and 54 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL350 and SD9.

All in all, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL350 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung TL350 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher TL350 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.