Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung TL210
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Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is PL150

Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung TL210 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung TL210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX220 HS was released 14 months after the TL210 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX220 HS scores vs the TL210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS & Samsung TL210. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Samsung TL210
SX220 HS | TL210 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 14 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Canon SX220 HS
TL210 | SX220 HS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Samsung TL210
SX220 HS | TL210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX220 HS features outside dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL210 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung TL210 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS against the TL210.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and TL210 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and TL210.
All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images though you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger SX220 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon SX220 HS | Samsung TL210 |
Other name | - | PL150 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 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 | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 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 data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | - | 177 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 | 210 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | SLB-07B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $399 | $230 |