Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung TL220
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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Released May 2009
- Replacement is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Announced August 2009
- Also referred to as ST500

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Following is a extended review of the Canon SX200 IS versus Samsung TL220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was brought out 3 months earlier than the TL220 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX200 IS grades against the TL220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Samsung TL220
SX200 IS | TL220 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Canon SX200 IS
TL220 | SX200 IS | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung TL220
SX200 IS | TL220 | |||
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Announced | May 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX200 IS has got external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX200 IS versus Samsung TL220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX200 IS vs the TL220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and TL220 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and TL220.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Samsung TL220 |
Also called as | - | ST500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-05-14 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 247 grams (0.54 lb) | 169 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-5L | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $329 | $90 |