Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Introduced July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2014
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe XG-1 was introduced 7 months after the Galaxy Camera 2 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the XG-1 scores versus the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
XG-1 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | January 2014 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Pentax XG-1
Galaxy Camera 2 | XG-1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Sharper screen (+577k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
XG-1 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax XG-1 provides outer 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) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
See the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the XG-1 compared to the Galaxy Camera 2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 66 and 90 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the XG-1 and Galaxy Camera 2.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent XG-1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Pentax XG-1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-07-15 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567g (1.25 lb) | 283g (0.62 lb) |
Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | 400 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LB-060 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $599 | $400 |