Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX30

Its time to examine more in depth at the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung NX30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is very close but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The XG-1 was brought out 7 months later than the NX30 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the XG-1 scores versus the NX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung NX30. The entire galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax XG-1 enjoys 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 NX30 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Check out the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung NX30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the XG-1 and the NX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and NX30 is 66 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and NX30.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XG-1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX30 will provide you with more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent XG-1 will have a benefit in sensor tech.