Olympus E-30 vs Pentax XG-1

Here is a complete assessment of the Olympus E-30 vs Pentax XG-1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the E-30 (12MP) and XG-1 (16MP) and the E-30 (Four Thirds) and XG-1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The E-30 was launched 6 years before the XG-1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-30 grades versus the XG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-30 and Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-30 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-30 comes with exterior measurements of 142mm x 108mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") with a weight of 695 grams (1.53 lbs) whilst 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).

See the Olympus E-30 vs Pentax XG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the E-30 vs the XG-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-30 and XG-1 is 60 and 66 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-30 and XG-1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-30 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax XG-1 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older E-30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.