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Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS front
 
Samsung TL210 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31

Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs

Canon SD780 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
  • Introduced February 2009
  • Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 100 IS
Samsung TL210
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • 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 referred to as PL150
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Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 Overview

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD780 IS was introduced 10 months prior to the TL210 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SD780 IS matches up vs the TL210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Samsung TL210

 SD780 IS TL210 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Canon SD780 IS

 TL210 SD780 IS 
LaunchedJanuary 2010February 2009More modern by 10 months
Display dimensions3.5"2.5"Larger display (+1")

Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Samsung TL210

 SD780 IS TL210 
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD780 IS provides exterior measurements of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL210 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SD780 IS and the TL210.

Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SD780 IS and TL210 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD780 IS and TL210.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SD780 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 sensor size comparison

Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon SD780 IS
Portrait photography with Samsung TL210
26
has face detection focus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SD780 IS Street photography info
Samsung TL210 Street photography info
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than competition (155g)
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
heavier than others in class (177 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD780 IS Sports photography advice
Samsung TL210 Sports photography advice
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD780 IS Travel photography factors
Samsung TL210 Travel photography factors
51
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (155 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
59
includes focus by touch
built-in flash
really wide (27mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others in class (177 grams)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SD780 IS
Landscape photography with Samsung TL210
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
manual exposure not available
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
37
really wide (27mm)
big screen (3.5")
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SD780 IS
Vlogging with Samsung TL210
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focus
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic socket
heavier than competition (155g)
28
really wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than others in class (177g)
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Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung TL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD780 IS and Samsung TL210
 Canon PowerShot SD780 ISSamsung TL210
General Information
Brand Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot SD780 IS Samsung TL210
Alternative name Digital IXUS 100 IS PL150
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-02-18 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 33-100mm (3.0x) 27-135mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3.5 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m 3.40 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 155 grams (0.34 pounds) 177 grams (0.39 pounds)
Physical dimensions 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NB-4L SLB-07B
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $0 $230