Canon SX540 HS vs Samsung TL205

Following is a extended review of the Canon SX540 HS versus Samsung TL205, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and TL205 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was brought out 6 years after the TL205 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX540 HS grades versus the TL205 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX540 HS offers outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Samsung TL205 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX540 HS versus Samsung TL205 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX540 HS compared to the TL205.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and TL205 is 69 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and TL205.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX540 HS to deliver greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger SX540 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.