Fujifilm SL1000 vs Pentax XG-1

Below is a extensive review of the Fujifilm SL1000 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was launched 18 months before the XG-1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm SL1000 matches up versus the XG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL1000 features exterior measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") having a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 compared to the XG-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and XG-1 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The visual below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL1000 and XG-1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should take the age of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm SL1000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.