Canon S120 vs Samsung TL225

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon S120 vs Samsung TL225, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the S120 (1/1.7") and TL225 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The S120 was unveiled 4 years later than the TL225 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon S120 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the S120 grades vs the TL225 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 and Samsung TL225. The full galleries are available at Canon S120 Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon S120 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung TL225 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S120 vs Samsung TL225 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S120 compared to the TL225.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S120 and TL225 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S120 and TL225.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The S120 comes with the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The more recent S120 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.