Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung TL320

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung TL320, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the TL320 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was unveiled 2 years later than the TL320 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX230 HS scores against the TL320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Samsung TL320. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS comes with outside dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung TL320 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Canon SX230 HS vs Samsung TL320 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX230 HS versus the TL320.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and TL320 is 91 and 98 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and TL320.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger SX230 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.