Canon SX20 IS vs Samsung TL320

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon SX20 IS versus Samsung TL320, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the TL320 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX20 IS was manufactured 17 months later than the TL320 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX20 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX20 IS scores vs the TL320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS & Samsung TL320. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX20 IS Gallery & Samsung TL320 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX20 IS has got external measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Samsung TL320 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX20 IS versus Samsung TL320 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX20 IS and the TL320.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX20 IS and TL320 is 65 and 98 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX20 IS and TL320.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images however you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more modern SX20 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.