Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung PL200

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung PL200, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was unveiled 4 years later than the PL200 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the XG-1 grades against the PL200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung PL200. The full galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 features outside dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the XG-1 compared to the PL200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and PL200 is 66 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and PL200.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Pentax XG-1 to provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger XG-1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.