Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210
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Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Announced August 2010
- Replacement is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternative Name is PL150

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX130 IS was revealed 8 months after the TL210 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX130 IS grades against the TL210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Samsung TL210. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Samsung TL210
SX130 IS | TL210 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 8 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Canon SX130 IS
TL210 | SX130 IS | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Samsung TL210
SX130 IS | TL210 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS provides outside dimensions 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 TL210 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the TL210.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and TL210 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and TL210.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX130 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Samsung TL210 |
Also Known as | - | PL150 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-08-19 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308 gr (0.68 lb) | 177 gr (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 2 x AA | SLB-07B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $250 | $230 |