Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax XG-1

Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FZ300 versus Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was launched 13 months after the XG-1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the FZ300 matches up versus the XG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ300 enjoys outside dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ300 versus Pentax XG-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ300 compared to the XG-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and XG-1 is 59 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and XG-1.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax XG-1 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent FZ300 should have an edge in sensor tech.