Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A3000

Let's look more closely at the Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A3000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is pretty close but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The XG-1 was released 11 months after the A3000 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the XG-1 grades versus the A3000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 & Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax XG-1 provides exterior measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the XG-1 and the A3000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and A3000 is 66 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and A3000.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The XG-1 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony A3000 will render more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger XG-1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.