Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100
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Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released January 2009
- Additionally Known as ST50

Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the E90 (10MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The E90 was brought out 13 months later than the TL100 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the E90 scores against the TL100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio E90 & Samsung TL100. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax E90 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Samsung TL100
E90 | TL100 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Pentax E90
TL100 | E90 |
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Common features in the Pentax E90 and Samsung TL100
E90 | TL100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax E90 provides outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the E90 and the TL100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E90 and TL100 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E90 and TL100.
All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung TL100 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger E90 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax E90 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
Pentax Optio E90 | Samsung TL100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio E90 | Samsung TL100 |
Otherwise known as | - | ST50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-25 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-95mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 6cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 gr (0.32 lb) | 219 gr (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $100 | $22 |