Nikon S9100 vs Pentax XG-1

Lets look more closely at the Nikon S9100 versus Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the S9100 (12MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was introduced 4 years prior to the XG-1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S9100 grades against the XG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Pentax XG-1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9100 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while 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).

Compare the Nikon S9100 versus Pentax XG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S9100 versus the XG-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and XG-1 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9100 and XG-1.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax XG-1 to give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged S9100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.