Nikon L810 vs Pentax XG-1

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon L810 vs Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L810 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the XG-1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the L810 matches up against the XG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Pentax XG-1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L810 offers external dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and 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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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the L810 and the XG-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and XG-1 is 74 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and XG-1.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older L810 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.