Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F
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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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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").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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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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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2014 |  | January 2012 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Pentax XG-1
| WB150F | XG-1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB150F
| XG-1 | WB150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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).
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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.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and WB150F is 66 and 93 respectively.
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.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Samsung WB150F | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |