Pentax W80 vs Samsung TL220

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax W80 versus Samsung TL220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the W80 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W80 was announced very close to the TL220 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the W80 scores against the TL220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio W80 & Samsung TL220. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax W80 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax W80 offers outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the W80 compared to the TL220.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the W80 and TL220 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the W80 and TL220.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration.