Canon SX60 HS vs Pentax XG-1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon SX60 HS and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was unveiled 3 months later than the XG-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the SX60 HS scores against the XG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Pentax XG-1. The full galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS comes with outside dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Check the Canon SX60 HS and Pentax XG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX60 HS and the XG-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and XG-1 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The visual below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and XG-1.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration.