Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung TL100
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Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-360mm (F2.8-4.3) lens
- 285g - 111 x 71 x 45mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Other Name is ST50
Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung TL100 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is relatively close but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and TL100 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe SX120 IS was introduced 8 months later than the TL100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX120 IS grades vs the TL100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Samsung TL100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Samsung TL100
SX120 IS | TL100 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | January 2009 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Canon SX120 IS
TL100 | SX120 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX120 IS and Samsung TL100
SX120 IS | TL100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX120 IS features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX120 IS against the TL100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and TL100 is 87 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX120 IS and TL100.
To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX120 IS having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung TL100 will provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer SX120 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Samsung TL100 |
Otherwise known as | - | ST50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-19 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.3 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 285 gr (0.63 lb) | 219 gr (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 71 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $249 | $22 |