FujiFilm S3200 vs Pentax XG-1

Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm S3200 versus Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3200 was manufactured 4 years before the XG-1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S3200 matches up against the XG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 and Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S3200 features physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has specifications of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S3200 versus Pentax XG-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S3200 versus the XG-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S3200 and XG-1 is 67 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3200 and XG-1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older S3200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.