Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax XG-1

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ28 versus Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the XG-1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FZ28 scores versus the XG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ28 offers exterior measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has specifications of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ28 and the XG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ28 and XG-1 is 72 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ28 and XG-1.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax XG-1 to deliver more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older FZ28 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.