Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL100

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Pentax X90 versus Samsung TL100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X90 was unveiled 19 months after the TL100 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the X90 matches up vs the TL100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 & Samsung TL100. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X90 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the X90 compared to the TL100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and TL100 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and TL100.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images although you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern X90 will have an advantage in sensor technology.