Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung TL100

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon SX610 HS and Samsung TL100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and TL100 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was revealed 6 years later than the TL100 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX610 HS matches up vs the TL100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Samsung TL100. The full galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX610 HS and Samsung TL100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX610 HS and the TL100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and TL100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and TL100.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX610 HS to provide more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent SX610 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.