Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL220

The following is a extended overview of the Pentax X90 and Samsung TL220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X90 was unveiled 11 months after the TL220 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the X90 matches up vs the TL220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 and Samsung TL220. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax X90 comes with outer measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Pentax X90 and Samsung TL220 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the X90 versus the TL220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and TL220 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and TL220.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent X90 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.