Pentax P70 vs Samsung TL205
Portability
95 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
29
95 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
29
Portability
94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
Pentax P70 vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
Pentax P70
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 155g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced March 2009
Samsung TL205
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
- Also referred to as PL100
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Following is a extensive comparison of the Pentax P70 and Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the P70 scores vs the TL205 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio P70 & Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax P70 Gallery & Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Samsung TL205
| P70 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Pentax P70
| TL205 | P70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2010 |  | March 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Common features in the Pentax P70 and Samsung TL205
| P70 | TL205 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Pentax P70 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax P70 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung TL205 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Pentax P70 and Samsung TL205 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the P70 and the TL205.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P70 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Pentax P70 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P70 and TL205.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged P70 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Portrait Comparison
Pentax P70 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL205 as a Portrait photography camera
manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Pentax P70 Street photography advice
Samsung TL205 Street photography advice
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than competition (155g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
more heavy than average in class (177 grams)
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Sports photography with Pentax P70
Sports photography with Samsung TL205
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
features tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Pentax P70 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung TL205 as a Travel photography camera
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (155 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (177g)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
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Pentax P70 Landscape photography details
Samsung TL205 Landscape photography details
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse function
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Samsung TL205 Vlogging info
rather wide (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone support
more heavy than competition (155 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone support
more heavy than average in class (177 grams)
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Pentax P70 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
| Pentax Optio P70 | Samsung TL205 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax Optio P70 | Samsung TL205 |
| Otherwise known as | - | PL100 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2009-03-02 | 2010-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.0-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1500s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| 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 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 155g (0.34 pounds) | 177g (0.39 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $200 | $180 |
