Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung SL620

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung SL620, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and SL620 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was unveiled 5 years after the SL620 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the XG-1 scores against the SL620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung SL620. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax XG-1 comes with physical measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Samsung SL620 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung SL620 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the XG-1 vs the SL620.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and SL620 is 66 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and SL620.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent XG-1 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.