Pentax X-5 vs Samsung TL220

Here, we will be evaluating the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung TL220, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was introduced 3 years after the TL220 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the X-5 grades against the TL220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 & Samsung TL220. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 has 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 TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the X-5 versus the TL220.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and TL220 is 65 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and TL220.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax X-5 to render greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger X-5 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.