Pentax X70 vs Samsung SL202
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Announced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as PL50

Pentax X70 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Pentax X70 versus Samsung SL202, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The X70 was announced very close to the SL202 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the X70 scores versus the SL202 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax X70 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 and Samsung SL202. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Samsung SL202
X70 | SL202 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Pentax X70
SL202 | X70 |
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Common features in the Pentax X70 and Samsung SL202
X70 | SL202 | |||
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Released | March 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Pentax X70 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax X70 provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL202 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Pentax X70 versus Samsung SL202 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the X70 vs the SL202.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and SL202 is 71 and 94 respectively.

Pentax X70 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and SL202.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Pentax X70 to offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.

Pentax X70 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Pentax X70 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax X70 | Samsung SL202 |
Other name | - | PL50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-03-02 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 410 grams (0.90 lb) | 168 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $200 | $140 |