Pentax XG-1 vs Sony W810

Here, we are evaluating the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony W810, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the W810 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was announced 7 months later than the W810 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the XG-1 scores against the W810 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax XG-1 comes with exterior measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Sony W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony W810 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the XG-1 against the W810.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and W810 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and W810.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W810 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern XG-1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.