Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL320
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL320 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- n/ag - 97 x 61 x 21mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally Known as WB1000
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL320 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL320, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and TL320 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe XG-1 was revealed 5 years later than the TL320 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the XG-1 grades against the TL320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL320 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 and Samsung TL320. The full galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Samsung TL320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung TL320
XG-1 | TL320 | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | February 2009 | More recent by 66 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL320 over the Pentax XG-1
TL320 | XG-1 |
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Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung TL320
XG-1 | TL320 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL320 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 features physical measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Samsung TL320 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the XG-1 versus the TL320.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and TL320 is 66 and 98 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL320 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the XG-1 and TL320.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger XG-1 will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung TL320 Specifications
Pentax XG-1 | Samsung TL320 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung TL320 |
Also called as | - | WB1000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-07-15 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567g (1.25 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 97 x 61 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LB-060 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $599 | $380 |