Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB30F

Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB30F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was unveiled 19 months after the WB30F making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the XG-1 grades against the WB30F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax XG-1 has got outside 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 WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB30F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the XG-1 against the WB30F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and WB30F is 66 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and WB30F.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern XG-1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.