Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Samsung TL205

Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and TL205 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was brought out 4 years after the TL205 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ELPH 340 HS scores against the TL205 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 340 HS provides outside measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 340 HS against the TL205.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 340 HS and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 340 HS and TL205.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon ELPH 340 HS to give you more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer ELPH 340 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.