Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F
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37 Overall
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![Pentax XG-1 front Pentax XG-1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-XG-1/Pentax-XG-1-front.jpg)
![Samsung WB150F front Samsung WB150F front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-WB150F/Samsung-WB150F-front.jpg)
93 Imaging
37 Features
42 Overall
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Revealed July 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The XG-1 was launched 2 years later than the WB150F and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the XG-1 grades against the WB150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung WB150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung WB150F
XG-1 | WB150F | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Pentax XG-1
WB150F | XG-1 |
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Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB150F
XG-1 | WB150F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 features external dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
See the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the XG-1 and the WB150F.
![Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F size comparison Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-XG-1-vs-Samsung-WB150F-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and WB150F is 66 and 93 respectively.
![Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F top view buttons comparison Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-XG-1-vs-Samsung-WB150F-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and WB150F.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Pentax XG-1 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher XG-1 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F sensor size comparison Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-XG-1-vs-Samsung-WB150F-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-XG-1-vs-Samsung-WB150F-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Pentax XG-1 | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-07-15 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567g (1.25 pounds) | 188g (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LB-060 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $599 | $230 |