Samsung TL500 vs Sony a3500

Here is a detailed analysis of the Samsung TL500 and Sony a3500, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the TL500 (10MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the TL500 (1/1.7") and a3500 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The TL500 was announced 4 years earlier than the a3500 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TL500 grades against the a3500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung TL500 & Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung TL500 Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung TL500 features exterior measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TL500 compared to the a3500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TL500 and a3500 is 88 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TL500 and a3500.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL500 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony a3500 will give extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older TL500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.