Samsung TL500 vs Sony RX1R II

The following is a in depth overview of the Samsung TL500 versus Sony RX1R II, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the TL500 (10MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the TL500 (1/1.7") and RX1R II (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The TL500 was unveiled 6 years before the RX1R II which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the TL500 matches up against the RX1R II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung TL500 Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL500 comes with physical measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL500 versus Sony RX1R II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the TL500 against the RX1R II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TL500 and RX1R II is 88 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL500 and RX1R II.

Clearly, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TL500 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX1R II will offer greater detail having an extra 32MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged TL500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.