Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL205

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon SX130 IS versus Samsung TL205, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was manufactured 8 months later than the TL205 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX130 IS matches up versus the TL205 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS has physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has dimensions 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX130 IS and the TL205.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and TL205 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and TL205.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SX130 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.