Canon A2300 vs Samsung TL100

Here is a extensive review of the Canon A2300 vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A2300 (16MP) and TL100 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was manufactured 3 years later than the TL100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A2300 matches up against the TL100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2300 enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A2300 versus the TL100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and TL100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A2300 and TL100.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon A2300 to result in extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern A2300 should have an edge in sensor tech.