Pentax XG-1 vs Sony T110

Here is a in depth comparison of the Pentax XG-1 and Sony T110, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the T110 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was announced 3 years later than the T110 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T110 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the XG-1 scores against the T110 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T110. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sony T110 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 comes with outside measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sony T110 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax XG-1 and Sony T110 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the XG-1 against the T110.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and T110 is 66 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the XG-1 and T110.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer XG-1 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.