Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax XG-1

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was brought out 6 months after the XG-1 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ10 matches up versus the XG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Pentax XG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ10 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax XG-1 has specifications of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax XG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SZ10 versus the XG-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ10 and XG-1 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The pic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ10 and XG-1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration.