Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung TL220

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung TL220, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the TL220 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX260 HS scores vs the TL220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX260 HS offers external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL220 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung TL220 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the TL220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and TL220 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and TL220.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files however you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The younger SX260 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.