Pentax X90 vs Samsung TL320

The following is a in-depth overview of the Pentax X90 and Samsung TL320, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the TL320 (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X90 was manufactured 17 months after the TL320 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the X90 scores vs the TL320 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 & Samsung TL320. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery & Samsung TL320 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X90 has got external dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung TL320 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the X90 compared to the TL320.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X90 and TL320 is 69 and 98 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and TL320.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of files however you should really factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent X90 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.