Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung TL240

Below, we are reviewing the Canon SX280 HS and Samsung TL240, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was released 3 years after the TL240 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX280 HS grades against the TL240 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Samsung TL240. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung TL240 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX280 HS and Samsung TL240 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX280 HS vs the TL240.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and TL240 is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and TL240.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung TL240 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX280 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.