Pentax XG-1 vs Sony RX1R

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony RX1R, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the XG-1 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) feature different sensor measurements.

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The XG-1 was announced 13 months later than the RX1R which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the XG-1 matches up against the RX1R for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax XG-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 enjoys exterior 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) and the Sony RX1R has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check out the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony RX1R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the XG-1 and the RX1R.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and RX1R is 66 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and RX1R.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XG-1 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX1R will deliver more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher XG-1 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.