Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220
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Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WS80 and Samsung TL220. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WS80 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Samsung TL220
WS80 | TL220 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Pentax WS80
TL220 | WS80 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WS80 and Samsung TL220
WS80 | TL220 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Pentax Optio WS80 | Samsung TL220 | |
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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 |