Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100
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Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Announced May 2012
- Previous Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Updated by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced January 2009
- Alternate Name is ST50

Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was revealed 3 years after the TL100 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX150 IS scores against the TL100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Samsung TL100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Samsung TL100
SX150 IS | TL100 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 41 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Canon SX150 IS
TL100 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Samsung TL100
SX150 IS | TL100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX150 IS enjoys outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX150 IS versus the TL100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and TL100 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and TL100.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX150 IS to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger SX150 IS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Samsung TL100 |
Also called | - | ST50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-05-14 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306g (0.67 pounds) | 219g (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 130 shots | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $22 |