Fujifilm SL1000 vs Samsung TL210

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Samsung TL210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and TL210 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was brought out 3 years after the TL210 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores versus the TL210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Samsung TL210. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL1000 comes with external measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") having a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Samsung TL210 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 and the TL210.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL1000 and TL210 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL1000 and TL210.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm SL1000 to give you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm SL1000 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.