Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL100
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Released July 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Also referred to as ST50

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL100 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung TL100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and TL100 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was unveiled 5 years after the TL100 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX400 IS grades vs the TL100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Samsung TL100. The full galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Samsung TL100
SX400 IS | TL100 | |||
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Revealed | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 68 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Canon SX400 IS
TL100 | SX400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung TL100
SX400 IS | TL100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS offers external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX400 IS against the TL100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and TL100 is 81 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and TL100.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX400 IS to offer extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer SX400 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung TL100 |
Also called as | - | ST50 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313 gr (0.69 lb) | 219 gr (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 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 | 190 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $229 | $22 |