Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210
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Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 155g - 87 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Also Known as IXUS 500 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also Known as PL150

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 520 HS was revealed 2 years later than the TL210 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 520 HS grades versus the TL210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 520 HS & Samsung TL210. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery & Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 520 HS over the Samsung TL210
ELPH 520 HS | TL210 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 25 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Canon ELPH 520 HS
TL210 | ELPH 520 HS | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Samsung TL210
ELPH 520 HS | TL210 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS enjoys outside measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung TL210 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 520 HS compared to the TL210.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 520 HS and TL210 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 520 HS and TL210.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung TL210 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 520 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Canon ELPH 520 HS | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon ELPH 520 HS | Samsung TL210 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 500 HS | PL150 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.50 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lb) | 177 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 87 x 54 x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-9L | SLB-07B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $279 | $230 |