Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL320

The following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL320, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the TL320 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was unveiled 19 months after the TL320 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX130 IS scores versus the TL320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Samsung TL320. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX130 IS enjoys outer 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 TL320 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung TL320 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 select at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX130 IS and the TL320.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and TL320 is 85 and 98 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and TL320.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images although you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX130 IS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.