Panasonic FZ1000 vs Pentax XG-1

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ1000 and Pentax XG-1, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and XG-1 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and XG-1 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The FZ1000 was manufactured within a month of the XG-1 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FZ1000 matches up vs the XG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ1000 features outer dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ1000 against the XG-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ1000 and XG-1 is 55 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ1000 and XG-1.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.