Samsung TL500 vs Sony TX1

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung TL500 versus Sony TX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TL500 (10MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is relatively close but the TL500 (1/1.7") and TX1 (1/2.4") provide different sensor sizing.

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The TL500 was brought out 12 months after the TX1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TL500 scores against the TX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are available at Samsung TL500 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung TL500 enjoys outside measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung TL500 versus Sony TX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TL500 against the TX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TL500 and TX1 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TL500 and TX1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The TL500 comes with the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh less difficult. The newer TL500 provides a benefit in sensor tech.