Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205
93 Imaging
46 Features
48 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
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Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced May 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
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is PL100

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and TL205 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was manufactured 6 years after the TL205 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX620 HS scores vs the TL205 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Samsung TL205
SX620 HS | TL205 | |||
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Released | May 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 78 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Canon SX620 HS
TL205 | SX620 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Samsung TL205
SX620 HS | TL205 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS has outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung TL205 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX620 HS vs the TL205.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and TL205 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and TL205.
All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX620 HS to resolve more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer SX620 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Travel Comparison

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Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Samsung TL205 |
Also called as | - | PL100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2016-05-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 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 | 182 gr (0.40 lb) | 177 gr (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 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 | 295 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $279 | $180 |