Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A200

Here, we are matching up the Pentax XG-1 and Sony A200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and A200 (10MP) and the XG-1 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The XG-1 was released 6 years after the A200 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the XG-1 scores against the A200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 features outer dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sony A200 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Check the Pentax XG-1 and Sony A200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the XG-1 and the A200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and A200 is 66 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and A200.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The XG-1 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Pentax XG-1 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger XG-1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.