Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung TL240

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX170 IS versus Samsung TL240, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was released 3 years after the TL240 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX170 IS scores versus the TL240 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS comes with outer dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX170 IS versus Samsung TL240 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX170 IS and the TL240.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and TL240 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX170 IS and TL240.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX170 IS to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent SX170 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.