Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL205

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX40 HS and Samsung TL205, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was revealed 21 months later than the TL205 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX40 HS matches up against the TL205 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Samsung TL205. The full galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX40 HS has got outer dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX40 HS and Samsung TL205 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX40 HS against the TL205.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and TL205 is 64 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and TL205.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images although you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX40 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.