Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB1100F

Following is a extended assessment of the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB1100F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WB1100F (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was unveiled 7 months after the WB1100F so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the XG-1 scores vs the WB1100F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung WB1100F. The full galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung WB1100F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 has got exterior dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Samsung WB1100F has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 96mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 512 grams (1.13 lbs).

Compare the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB1100F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the XG-1 versus the WB1100F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and WB1100F is 66 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and WB1100F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files although you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern XG-1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.