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Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27
Pentax Optio WS80 front
 
Samsung TL220 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs

Pentax WS80
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
  • 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
  • Introduced August 2009
Samsung TL220
(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
  • Released August 2009
  • Alternative Name is ST500
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Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Overview

Below is a complete comparison of the Pentax WS80 versus Samsung TL220, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WS80 (10MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WS80 was brought out around the same time to the TL220 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WS80 scores versus the TL220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Samsung TL220

 WS80 TL220 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Pentax WS80

 TL220 WS80 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Pentax WS80 and Samsung TL220

 WS80 TL220 
ReleasedAugust 2009August 2009Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Pentax WS80 features exterior dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WS80 versus Samsung TL220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the WS80 compared to the TL220.

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WS80 and TL220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 top view buttons comparison

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WS80 and TL220.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung TL220 to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively.

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 sensor size comparison

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WS80 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL220 as a Portrait photography camera
26
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Pentax WS80
Street photography with Samsung TL220
59
environment proofing
lighter than competition in class (125 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with focus via touch
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WS80 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung TL220 as a Sports photography camera
23
environment proofing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax WS80 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung TL220 as a Travel photography camera
61
lighter than competition in class (125 grams)
environment proofing
has built in flash
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
62
comes with focus via touch
built-in flash
pretty wide (27mm)
no Timelapse recording
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WS80 Landscape photography info
Samsung TL220 Landscape photography info
31
you can focus manually
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
37
pretty wide (27mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WS80 Vlogging details
Samsung TL220 Vlogging details
25
lighter than competition in class (125g)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic socket
31
pretty wide (27mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone socket
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Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WS80 and Samsung TL220
 Pentax Optio WS80Samsung TL220
General Information
Make Pentax Samsung
Model Pentax Optio WS80 Samsung TL220
Also called - ST500
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-08-05 2009-08-13
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Prime -
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 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 27-124mm (4.6x)
Highest aperture f/3.8-4.7 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.40 m 3.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 125 gr (0.28 pounds) 169 gr (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7")
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 model D-LI68 SLB-07A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $220 $90