Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL100
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Released July 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Alternate Name is ST50
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Below is a in-depth analysis of the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung TL100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and TL100 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe XG-1 was brought out 5 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the XG-1 scores against the TL100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung TL100
| XG-1 | TL100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2014 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 68 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Pentax XG-1
| TL100 | XG-1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung TL100
| XG-1 | TL100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 has physical measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has sizing 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the XG-1 against the TL100.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and TL100 is 66 and 91 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XG-1 and TL100.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax XG-1 to give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher XG-1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL100 Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Samsung TL100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung TL100 |
| Alternate name | - | ST50 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2014-07-15 | 2009-01-08 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.0-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 567 gr (1.25 lb) | 219 gr (0.48 lb) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| 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 life | 240 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | LB-060 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $599 | $22 |