Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX10

Here is a thorough review of the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is very comparable but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The XG-1 was announced 4 years later than the NX10 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the XG-1 matches up versus the NX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax XG-1 offers outer 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 NX10 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the XG-1 vs the NX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and NX10 is 66 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and NX10.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XG-1 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax XG-1 will provide more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger XG-1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.