Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung ST150F
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Announced July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013
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Here is a comprehensive review of the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung ST150F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe XG-1 was announced 19 months later than the ST150F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the XG-1 grades vs the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung ST150F
| XG-1 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2014 |  | January 2013 | Fresher by 19 months |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Pentax XG-1
| ST150F | XG-1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung ST150F
| XG-1 | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 has got external dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the XG-1 compared to the ST150F.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and ST150F is 66 and 96 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and ST150F.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent XG-1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Samsung ST150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung ST150F |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2014-07-15 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
| Flash options | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 567 gr (1.25 lb) | 114 gr (0.25 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 shots | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LB-060 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $599 | $300 |