Pentax I-10 vs Samsung TL100

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Pentax I-10 vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The I-10 was revealed 13 months later than the TL100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the I-10 grades against the TL100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 and Samsung TL100. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax I-10 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax I-10 offers external dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the I-10 against the TL100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the I-10 and TL100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the I-10 and TL100.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern I-10 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.