Pentax XG-1 vs Sony QX30

On this page, we are looking at the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony QX30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Lens-style by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was revealed very close to the QX30 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the XG-1 matches up versus the QX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax XG-1 enjoys outside measurements 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 QX30 has measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the XG-1 against the QX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and QX30 is 66 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the XG-1 and QX30.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony QX30 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively.