Pentax XG-1 vs Sony W710
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony W710 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
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Below, we will be contrasting the Pentax XG-1 and Sony W710, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe XG-1 was announced 19 months after the W710 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the XG-1 scores vs the W710 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax XG-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Sony W710
| XG-1 | W710 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2014 |  | January 2013 | Newer by 19 months |
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Pentax XG-1
| W710 | XG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Sony W710
| XG-1 | W710 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax XG-1 offers external dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the XG-1 and the W710.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and W710 is 66 and 96 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and W710.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger XG-1 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sony W710 Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax XG-1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2014-07-15 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.00 m | 2.80 m |
| Flash settings | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 567g (1.25 pounds) | 114g (0.25 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| 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 | 240 shots |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LB-060 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $599 | $90 |