Pentax X-5 vs Samsung TL210

Following is a comprehensive review of the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung TL210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and TL210 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was released 2 years after the TL210 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X-5 grades vs the TL210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 and Samsung TL210. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax X-5 features outside dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung TL210 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung TL210 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the X-5 versus the TL210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and TL210 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and TL210.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax X-5 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer X-5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.