Pentax X70 vs Samsung TL350

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Pentax X70 versus Samsung TL350, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the TL350 (10MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X70 was unveiled 11 months prior to the TL350 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL350 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the X70 scores versus the TL350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 and Samsung TL350. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery and Samsung TL350 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax X70 features outside dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Samsung TL350 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Pentax X70 versus Samsung TL350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the X70 and the TL350.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X70 and TL350 is 71 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and TL350.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax X70 to provide more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged X70 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.