Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX11

Let's look more in depth at the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung NX11, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is very comparable but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The XG-1 was manufactured 3 years after the NX11 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the XG-1 grades versus the NX11 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 and Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax XG-1 comes with physical dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the XG-1 compared to the NX11.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and NX11 is 66 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and NX11.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The XG-1 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Pentax XG-1 will show extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern XG-1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.