Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax XG-1

The following is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax XG-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was launched 4 years earlier than the XG-1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-H20G scores versus the XG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H20G provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-H20G and the XG-1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and XG-1 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and XG-1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.