Pentax X-5 vs Samsung TL100

Its time to look more closely at the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung TL100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and TL100 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was introduced 3 years after the TL100 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the X-5 grades vs the TL100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 and Samsung TL100. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung TL100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 has physical measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL100 has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung TL100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the X-5 compared to the TL100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and TL100 is 65 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X-5 and TL100.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax X-5 to give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer X-5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.