Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung TL100
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed March 2011
(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
- Alternative Name is ST50
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In this write-up, we are looking at the Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the RS1500 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe RS1500 was released 2 years after the TL100 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the RS1500 grades against the TL100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung TL100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio RS1500 and Samsung TL100. The complete galleries are available at Pentax RS1500 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Samsung TL100
| RS1500 | TL100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | March 2011 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 27 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Pentax RS1500
| TL100 | RS1500 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax RS1500 and Samsung TL100
| RS1500 | TL100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither features Touch display |
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax RS1500 enjoys physical measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung TL100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the RS1500 compared to the TL100.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the RS1500 and TL100 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the RS1500 and TL100.
Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax RS1500 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger RS1500 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Pentax RS1500 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
| Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung TL100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Optio RS1500 | Samsung TL100 |
| Also called as | - | ST50 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2011-03-16 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.0-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.90 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 157g (0.35 lb) | 219g (0.48 lb) |
| Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 life | 260 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $150 | $22 |