Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung TL320

The following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX40 HS versus Samsung TL320, one is 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 TL320 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was brought out 2 years after the TL320 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX40 HS matches up versus the TL320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Samsung TL320. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX40 HS offers exterior dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Samsung TL320 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX40 HS and the TL320.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and TL320 is 64 and 98 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and TL320.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos however you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer SX40 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.