Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung TL205
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Canon SX710 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
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Announced January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX700 HS
- Later Model is Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Also Known as PL100

Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung TL205, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and TL205 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX710 HS was launched 5 years later than the TL205 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX710 HS grades vs the TL205 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Samsung TL205. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Samsung TL205
SX710 HS | TL205 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 61 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Canon SX710 HS
TL205 | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung TL205
SX710 HS | TL205 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while 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).
Look at the Canon SX710 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 vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX710 HS vs the TL205.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and TL205 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX710 HS and TL205.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX710 HS to render greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer SX710 HS will have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Samsung TL205 |
Also called as | - | PL100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
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 | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 177 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 230 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $349 | $180 |