Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung TL225

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung TL225, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was revealed 2 years later than the TL225 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX240 HS matches up versus the TL225 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Samsung TL225. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS features outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung TL225 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX240 HS versus the TL225.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and TL225 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and TL225.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos although you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX240 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.