Nikon L820 vs Pentax XG-1

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon L820 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L820 was brought out 17 months earlier than the XG-1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L820 grades against the XG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L820 & Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L820 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L820 has outside dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) and the Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the L820 compared to the XG-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L820 and XG-1 is 72 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The graphic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L820 and XG-1.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you should take the age of the cameras into account. The older L820 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.