Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL205

Here, we will be comparing the Pentax X70 versus Samsung TL205, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X70 was introduced 10 months before the TL205 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the X70 matches up versus the TL205 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 and Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 has physical measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL205 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).

Contrast the Pentax X70 versus Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the X70 versus the TL205.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and TL205 is 71 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and TL205.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged X70 is going to be behind in sensor tech.