Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung TL100
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Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Revealed March 2013
- Previous Model is Canon SX260 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternate Name is ST50

Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SX270 HS and Samsung TL100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX270 HS was introduced 4 years after the TL100 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX270 HS scores versus the TL100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Samsung TL100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Samsung TL100
SX270 HS | TL100 | |||
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Revealed | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 52 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Canon SX270 HS
TL100 | SX270 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Samsung TL100
SX270 HS | TL100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS features exterior dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX270 HS and Samsung TL100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the TL100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and TL100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and TL100.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher SX270 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Samsung TL100 |
Also referred to as | - | ST50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-03-21 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233 grams (0.51 pounds) | 219 grams (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $284 | $22 |