Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Introduced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally Known as PL150

Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The X70 was released 10 months before the TL210 and they are both 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 TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the X70 matches up versus the TL210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X70 and Samsung TL210. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Samsung TL210
X70 | TL210 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Pentax X70
TL210 | X70 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | March 2009 | More recent by 10 months |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Common features in the Pentax X70 and Samsung TL210
X70 | TL210 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax X70 offers exterior dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Samsung TL210 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the X70 against the TL210.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and TL210 is 71 and 94 respectively.

Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and TL210.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The older X70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Pentax X70 | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax X70 | Samsung TL210 |
Also Known as | - | PL150 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-03-02 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 410g (0.90 pounds) | 177g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-07B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $200 | $230 |