Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220
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![Canon PowerShot SX40 HS front Canon PowerShot SX40 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS/Canon-SX40-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 600g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
- Revealed September 2011
- Old Model is Canon SX30 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX50 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Announced August 2009
- Alternative Name is ST500
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Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX40 HS and Samsung TL220, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The SX40 HS was revealed 2 years after the TL220 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX40 HS matches up versus the TL220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Samsung TL220. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX40 HS over the Samsung TL220
SX40 HS | TL220 | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 26 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Canon SX40 HS
TL220 | SX40 HS | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX40 HS and Samsung TL220
SX40 HS | TL220 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX40 HS has exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX40 HS and Samsung TL220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX40 HS vs the TL220.
![Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 size comparison Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS-vs-Samsung-TL220-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and TL220 is 64 and 95 respectively.
![Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 top view buttons comparison Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS-vs-Samsung-TL220-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The image below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and TL220.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you might want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern SX40 HS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
![Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 sensor size comparison Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS-vs-Samsung-TL220-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS-vs-Samsung-TL220-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS | Samsung TL220 |
Also Known as | - | ST500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-09-15 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II VA TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600 gr (1.32 pounds) | 169 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | 380 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-10L | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $330 | $90 |