Pentax XG-1 vs Sony NEX-C3

The following is a extended analysis of the Pentax XG-1 vs Sony NEX-C3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is very comparable but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The XG-1 was brought out 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the XG-1 grades against the NEX-C3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax XG-1 has external measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the XG-1 versus the NEX-C3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and NEX-C3 is 66 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XG-1 and NEX-C3.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The XG-1 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF harder. The younger XG-1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.