Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A7
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A7 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
- Revealed July 2014
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Renewed by Sony A7 II
Photography Glossary Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A7 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony A7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and A7 (24MP) and the XG-1 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe XG-1 was announced 6 months after the A7 and 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 A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the XG-1 matches up against the A7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Sony A7
| XG-1 | A7 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Pentax XG-1
| A7 | XG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Sony A7
| XG-1 | A7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2014 |  | January 2014 | Similar age |
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax XG-1 has got external measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony A7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the XG-1 against the A7.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and A7 is 66 and 78 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XG-1 and A7.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The XG-1 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A7 will give you greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A7 Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Sony Alpha A7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax XG-1 | Sony Alpha A7 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2014-07-15 | 2014-01-22 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 117 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Available lenses | - | 121 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460k dots | 1,230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | 2,359k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 567 gr (1.25 lbs) | 474 gr (1.04 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 90 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 photographs | 340 photographs |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LB-060 | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $599 | $798 |