Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL225
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL225 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 Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Released August 2009
- Alternative Name is ST550
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On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax X70 and Samsung TL225, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe X70 was manufactured 5 months prior to the TL225 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the X70 scores against the TL225 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 and Samsung TL225. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Samsung TL225
| X70 | TL225 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Pentax X70
| TL225 | X70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
| Screen resolution | 1152k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+922k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X70 and Samsung TL225
| X70 | TL225 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | March 2009 |  | August 2009 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax X70 features 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) and the Samsung TL225 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the X70 and the TL225.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the X70 and TL225 is 71 and 94 respectively.
Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and TL225.
All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications
| Pentax X70 | Samsung TL225 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax X70 | Samsung TL225 |
| Also called | - | ST550 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2009-03-02 | 2009-08-13 |
| 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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 50 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,152k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.10 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | 410 grams (0.90 lbs) | 187 grams (0.41 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
| 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-07A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $488 |