Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL225

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL225, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was introduced 13 months later than the TL225 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the SX130 IS grades against the TL225 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Samsung TL225. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX130 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Samsung TL225 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL225 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX130 IS against the TL225.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and TL225 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and TL225.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX130 IS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.