Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung ST65

Here, we are matching up the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung ST65, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was manufactured 3 years later than the ST65 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the XG-1 scores vs the ST65 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 and Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 offers outer 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) whilst the Samsung ST65 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check out the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung ST65 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the XG-1 compared to the ST65.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and ST65 is 66 and 99 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and ST65.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax XG-1 to offer you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher XG-1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.