Samsung TL350 vs Sony A850
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Samsung TL350 vs Sony A850 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.8) lens
- 195g - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched February 2010
- Also referred to as WB2000
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Launched April 2010

Samsung TL350 vs Sony A850 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung TL350 and Sony A850, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the TL350 (10MP) and A850 (25MP) and the TL350 (1/2.3") and A850 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

The TL350 was released very close to the A850 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL350 being a Compact camera and the Sony A850 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TL350 matches up versus the A850 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung TL350 vs Sony A850 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL350 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung TL350 Gallery & Sony A850 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL350 over the Sony A850
TL350 | A850 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A850 over the Samsung TL350
A850 | TL350 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL350 and Sony A850
TL350 | A850 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | April 2010 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung TL350 vs Sony A850 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung TL350 provides exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A850 has dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung TL350 and Sony A850 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TL350 compared to the A850.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL350 and A850 is 94 and 54 respectively.

Samsung TL350 vs Sony A850 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TL350 and A850.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TL350 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A850 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 15MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively.

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Samsung TL350 vs Sony A850 Specifications
Samsung TL350 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung TL350 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 |
Other name | WB2000 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2010-02-20 | 2010-04-15 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 10 megapixels | 25 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 6048 x 4032 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.4-5.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 608 x 342 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 138 x 78 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 lbs) | 895 grams (1.97 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1415 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 880 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-11A | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, internal | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | Two |
Retail cost | $400 | $0 |