Pentax X-5 vs Samsung TL225

Here, we are reviewing the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung TL225, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and TL225 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was manufactured 3 years later than the TL225 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the X-5 scores vs the TL225 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Samsung TL225. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X-5 comes with external dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung TL225 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung TL225 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the X-5 vs the TL225.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and TL225 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The visual underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and TL225.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax X-5 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher X-5 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.