Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung TL240

On this page, we are looking at the Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung TL240, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was launched 6 months after the TL240 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX210 IS matches up versus the TL240 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung TL240 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX210 IS against the TL240.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and TL240 is 90 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and TL240.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account.