Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL220
92 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
27 Overall
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Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Announced August 2009
- Alternate Name is ST500
Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax RZ10 and Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe RZ10 was unveiled 24 months later than the TL220 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the RZ10 scores against the TL220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Samsung TL220. The full galleries are provided at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Samsung TL220
RZ10 | TL220 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | August 2009 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Pentax RZ10
TL220 | RZ10 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax RZ10 and Samsung TL220
RZ10 | TL220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax RZ10 provides outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Pentax RZ10 and Samsung TL220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the RZ10 and the TL220.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RZ10 and TL220 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the RZ10 and TL220.
As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax RZ10 to show greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher RZ10 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax RZ10 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Pentax Optio RZ10 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio RZ10 | Samsung TL220 |
Also called as | - | ST500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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 | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 lbs) | 169g (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | 178 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | $90 |