Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung TL240
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Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung TL240 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-133mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 205g - 98 x 62 x 28mm
- Revealed September 2008
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 980 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is ST5000
Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung TL240 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon SD990 IS versus Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SD990 IS (15MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is relatively similar but the SD990 IS (1/1.7") and TL240 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe SD990 IS was introduced 15 months earlier than the TL240 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SD990 IS scores versus the TL240 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD990 IS & Samsung TL240. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD990 IS Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD990 IS over the Samsung TL240
SD990 IS | TL240 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Canon SD990 IS
TL240 | SD990 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | September 2008 | More modern by 15 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD990 IS and Samsung TL240
SD990 IS | TL240 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD990 IS has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 62mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD990 IS versus Samsung TL240 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD990 IS compared to the TL240.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD990 IS and TL240 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD990 IS and TL240.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SD990 IS using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon SD990 IS will offer extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SD990 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Samsung TL240 |
Also called | Digital IXUS 980 IS | ST5000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2008-09-17 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4416 x 3312 | 4334 x 3256 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-133mm (3.7x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow, Manual (Red Eye On/Off) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 pounds) | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 62 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" 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 ID | NB-5L | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | - | $171 |