Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung ST80

Let's take a deeper look at the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung ST80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was launched 4 years later than the ST80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the XG-1 matches up vs the ST80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 and Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax XG-1 has got outer dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has proportions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung ST80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the XG-1 and the ST80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and ST80 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and ST80.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax XG-1 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent XG-1 should have a benefit in sensor tech.