Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB35F
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Introduced July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2014

Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Here is a complete review of the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WB35F (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The XG-1 was unveiled 7 months later than the WB35F so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the XG-1 grades versus the WB35F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB35F. The full galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung WB35F
XG-1 | WB35F | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Fresher by 7 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Pentax XG-1
WB35F | XG-1 |
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Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB35F
XG-1 | WB35F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in 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) while the Samsung WB35F has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB35F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the XG-1 and the WB35F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and WB35F is 66 and 93 respectively.

Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and WB35F.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger XG-1 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Pentax XG-1 | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung WB35F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-07-15 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567g (1.25 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LB-060 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $599 | $130 |