Nikon L100 vs Pentax XG-1

Following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon L100 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the L100 (10MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L100 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the XG-1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the L100 matches up against the XG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Pentax XG-1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L100 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L100 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the L100 versus the XG-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L100 and XG-1 is 79 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L100 and XG-1.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax XG-1 to offer more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged L100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.