• 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 10.2 megapixels
  • 38.00mm - 190.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 112.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung TL9 advantages over Canon SD880 IS

  • More telephoto lens reach
    190 mm vs 112 mm
    Capture objects farther away

Canon SD880 IS advantages over Samsung TL9

  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.7
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Wider angle lens
    28 mm vs 38 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm Z100fd

Samsung TL9
Fujifilm Z100fd
  • $280
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • More pixels
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch
Canon SD880 IS
Fujifilm Z100fd
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Canon SD790 IS

Samsung TL9
Canon SD790 IS
  • $280
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $201
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
Canon SD880 IS
Canon SD790 IS
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $201
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX500

Samsung TL9
Panasonic DMC-FX500
  • $280
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Wider angle lens
Canon SD880 IS
Panasonic DMC-FX500
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Wider angle lens
  • Longer exposure

Compared to Nikon S60

Samsung TL9
Nikon S60
  • $280
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Wider angle lens
Canon SD880 IS
Nikon S60
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • HDMI out

Compared to Nikon S560

Samsung TL9
Nikon S560
  • $280
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • $250
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Wider angle lens
Canon SD880 IS
Nikon S560
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $250
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
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