Canon SX240 HS vs Pentax XG-1

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX240 HS vs Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced 3 years prior to the XG-1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX240 HS matches up versus the XG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Pentax XG-1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX240 HS vs Pentax XG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX240 HS and the XG-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and XG-1 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and XG-1.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older SX240 HS will be behind in sensor technology.