Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205
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Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.5-6.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also referred to as PL100

Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and TL205 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX420 IS was announced 6 years after the TL205 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX420 IS grades versus the TL205 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX420 IS over the Samsung TL205
SX420 IS | TL205 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 73 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Canon SX420 IS
TL205 | SX420 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX420 IS and Samsung TL205
SX420 IS | TL205 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS enjoys external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX420 IS versus the TL205.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and TL205 is 80 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and TL205.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX420 IS to offer you extra detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer SX420 IS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Samsung TL205 |
Also called | - | PL100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2016-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.6 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325 grams (0.72 lb) | 177 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 195 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $299 | $180 |