Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD10

Below, we are analyzing the Pentax XG-1 and Sigma SD10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Pentax and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the XG-1 (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The XG-1 was introduced 10 years after the SD10 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the XG-1 scores versus the SD10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 & Sigma SD10. The whole galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 has got physical dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sigma SD10 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax XG-1 and Sigma SD10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the XG-1 vs the SD10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and SD10 is 66 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and SD10.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The XG-1 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Pentax XG-1 will offer greater detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher XG-1 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.