Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- 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
- Released August 2009
- Also referred to as ST500

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was unveiled 5 years after the TL220 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX400 IS scores versus the TL220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Samsung TL220. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Samsung TL220
SX400 IS | TL220 | |||
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Released | July 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Canon SX400 IS
TL220 | SX400 IS | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung TL220
SX400 IS | TL220 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS provides physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX400 IS compared to the TL220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and TL220 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX400 IS and TL220.
Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX400 IS to produce extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX400 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung TL220 |
Also called | - | ST500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 lb) | 169g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $229 | $90 |