Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A6000
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A6000 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)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 344g - 120 x 67 x 45mm
- Launched April 2014
- Older Model is Sony NEX-6
- Refreshed by Sony A6300
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A6000 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Pentax XG-1 and Sony A6000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the XG-1 (1/2.3") and A6000 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe XG-1 was released 3 months later than the A6000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the XG-1 scores vs the A6000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A6000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 and Sony Alpha a6000. The complete galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Sony A6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Sony A6000
XG-1 | A6000 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6000 over the Pentax XG-1
A6000 | XG-1 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Sony A6000
XG-1 | A6000 | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | April 2014 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A6000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 provides exterior dimensions 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 A6000 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax XG-1 and Sony A6000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the XG-1 versus the A6000.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and A6000 is 66 and 85 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A6000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and A6000.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The XG-1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A6000 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A6000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony A6000 Specifications
Pentax XG-1 | Sony Alpha a6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax XG-1 | Sony Alpha a6000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-07-15 | 2014-04-23 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction, hi-speed sync, wireless control |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 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 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 567 gr (1.25 pounds) | 344 gr (0.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 120 x 67 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | 360 photos |
Style 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 (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $599 | $548 |