Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung PL210

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX240 HS and Samsung PL210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was revealed 14 months after the PL210 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX240 HS matches up versus the PL210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Samsung PL210. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS comes with external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL210 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX240 HS against the PL210.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and PL210 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and PL210.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung PL210 to result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern SX240 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.