Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma SD14

On this page, we will be contrasting the Pentax XG-1 versus Sigma SD14, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Pentax and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the XG-1 (1/2.3") and SD14 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The XG-1 was announced 7 years after the SD14 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the XG-1 grades against the SD14 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax XG-1 & Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sigma SD14 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 provides outer 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 Sigma SD14 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax XG-1 versus Sigma SD14 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the XG-1 compared to the SD14.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and SD14 is 66 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and SD14.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The XG-1 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Pentax XG-1 will deliver extra detail with its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger XG-1 provides a benefit in sensor tech.