Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL225
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL225 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Additionally Known as ST550
Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL225 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung TL225, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe X90 was launched 11 months later than the TL225 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the X90 scores versus the TL225 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL225 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 & Samsung TL225. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung TL225 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Samsung TL225
X90 | TL225 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | August 2009 | More recent by 11 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Pentax X90
TL225 | X90 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 230k | Sharper display (+922k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Samsung TL225
X90 | TL225 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 features physical measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung TL225 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Pentax X90 versus Samsung TL225 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the X90 vs the TL225.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and TL225 is 69 and 94 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and TL225.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern X90 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications
Pentax X90 | Samsung TL225 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax X90 | Samsung TL225 |
Also called | - | ST550 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 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 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 1,152 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) | 187 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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-L106 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $350 | $488 |