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Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34
Pentax Optio RZ10 front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs

Pentax RZ10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
  • Released July 2011
Samsung TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Other Name is ST50
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Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 Overview

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The RZ10 was unveiled 2 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the RZ10 matches up versus the TL100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Samsung TL100

 RZ10 TL100 
ReleasedJuly 2011January 2009Fresher by 31 months
Manually focus Very precise focus

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Pentax RZ10

 TL100 RZ10 

Common features in the Pentax RZ10 and Samsung TL100

 RZ10 TL100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither comes with Touch friendly screen

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax RZ10 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has measurements 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 RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the RZ10 versus the TL100.

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the RZ10 and TL100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RZ10 and TL100.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Pentax RZ10 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher RZ10 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax RZ10 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Portrait photography camera
35
you can focus manually
good megapixels (14MP)
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
26
features face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax RZ10 as a Street photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Street photography camera
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
53
built in image stabilization (Digital)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
more heavy than competition (219g)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax RZ10 Sports photography factors
Samsung TL100 Sports photography factors
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery pack (178 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
33
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Pentax RZ10 Travel photography information
Samsung TL100 Travel photography information
66
environment proofing
good megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
long zoom (280mm)
does not have Timelapse function
low battery pack (178 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
48
built-in flash
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (219g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Pentax RZ10
Landscape photography with Samsung TL100
43
you can focus manually
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low battery pack (178 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse function
27
built in image stabilization (Digital)
no manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Pentax RZ10
Vlogging with Samsung TL100
28
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
26
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detection focusing
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
no external microphone socket
more heavy than competition (219 grams)
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Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax RZ10 and Samsung TL100
 Pentax Optio RZ10Samsung TL100
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Samsung
Model Pentax Optio RZ10 Samsung TL100
Alternate name - ST50
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-07-19 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-280mm (10.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focus distance 1cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 1 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.80 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
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 (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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 178 grams (0.39 lbs) 219 grams (0.48 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 178 images -
Battery type 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, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $200 $22