Pentax XG-1 vs Sony QX10
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony QX10 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
- Launched July 2014
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced September 2013
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony QX10 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Pentax XG-1 and Sony QX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Lens-style by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe XG-1 was released 11 months after the QX10 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the XG-1 matches up against the QX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony QX10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Sony QX10
XG-1 | QX10 | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | September 2013 | More modern by 11 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 0k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Pentax XG-1
QX10 | XG-1 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Sony QX10
XG-1 | QX10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax XG-1 has outer dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax XG-1 and Sony QX10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the XG-1 vs the QX10.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and QX10 is 66 and 96 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and QX10.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony QX10 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The younger XG-1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony QX10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony QX10 Specifications
Pentax XG-1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax XG-1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Lens-style |
Launched | 2014-07-15 | 2013-09-04 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | - |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | None |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567g (1.25 lb) | 105g (0.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 220 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LB-060 | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $599 | $250 |