Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung TL205

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX610 HS and Samsung TL205, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and TL205 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was revealed 5 years after the TL205 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX610 HS scores versus the TL205 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Samsung TL205. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX610 HS and Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX610 HS versus the TL205.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and TL205 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and TL205.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to resolve extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent SX610 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.