Nikon P610 vs Pentax XG-1
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Nikon P610 vs Pentax XG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Launched February 2015
- Earlier Model is Nikon P600
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Launched July 2014
Nikon P610 vs Pentax XG-1 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon P610 versus Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the P610 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe P610 was launched 7 months later than the XG-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P610 scores vs the XG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon P610 vs Pentax XG-1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P610 and Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P610 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P610 over the Pentax XG-1
P610 | XG-1 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | July 2014 | More recent by 7 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Nikon P610
XG-1 | P610 |
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Common features in the Nikon P610 and Pentax XG-1
P610 | XG-1 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P610 vs Pentax XG-1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P610 offers physical dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Pentax XG-1 has specifications of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P610 versus Pentax XG-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the P610 and the XG-1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P610 and XG-1 is 65 and 66 respectively.
Nikon P610 vs Pentax XG-1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P610 and XG-1.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos though you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern P610 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon P610 vs Pentax XG-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P610 vs Pentax XG-1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P610 | Pentax XG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P610 | Pentax XG-1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2014-07-15 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 24-1248mm (52.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dots |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 565 grams (1.25 lbs) | 567 grams (1.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL23 | LB-060 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $430 | $599 |