Pentax XG-1 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Launched July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Announced August 2012
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-3N
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Let's examine more closely at the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony NEX-F3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is very similar but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe XG-1 was brought out 24 months later than the NEX-F3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the XG-1 grades against the NEX-F3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Sony NEX-F3
| XG-1 | NEX-F3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2014 |  | August 2012 | More recent by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Pentax XG-1
| NEX-F3 | XG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Sony NEX-F3
| XG-1 | NEX-F3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display size |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax XG-1 features outside measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the XG-1 and the NEX-F3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and NEX-F3 is 66 and 86 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and NEX-F3.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor measurements. The XG-1 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh trickier. The younger XG-1 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax XG-1 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2014-07-15 | 2012-08-16 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | - |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 | 567g (1.25 lbs) | 314g (0.69 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1114 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 images | 470 images |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LB-060 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $599 | $470 |
