Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Introduced July 2014

Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z16 was revealed 4 years earlier than the XG-1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z16 grades against the XG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Pentax XG-1. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Pentax XG-1
EX-Z16 | XG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Casio EX-Z16
XG-1 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | ![]() | September 2010 | Fresher by 46 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Pentax XG-1
EX-Z16 | XG-1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z16 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has sizing of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the XG-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and XG-1 is 99 and 66 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and XG-1.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax XG-1 to result in extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z16 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax XG-1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Pentax XG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Pentax XG-1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2014-07-15 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 24-1248mm (52.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | - | 3" |
Display resolution | 0k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dots |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Max video resolution | 848x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 567 grams (1.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") |
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 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LB-060 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $100 | $599 |