Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung MV800

Below is a extensive review of the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung MV800, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was launched 2 years later than the MV800 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the XG-1 matches up versus the MV800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung MV800. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax XG-1 comes with outside dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Samsung MV800 has measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the XG-1 compared to the MV800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and MV800 is 66 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and MV800.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you really should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent XG-1 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.