Canon SX710 HS vs Samsung TL210

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung TL210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and TL210 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was announced 5 years after the TL210 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX710 HS matches up versus the TL210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Samsung TL210. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS has external measurements 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 TL210 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX710 HS and Samsung TL210 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX710 HS vs the TL210.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and TL210 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and TL210.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to give extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX710 HS provides an edge in sensor technology.