Pentax XG-1 vs Sony WX300

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was brought out 17 months after the WX300 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the XG-1 scores against the WX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 comes with exterior measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony WX300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the XG-1 and the WX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and WX300 is 66 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and WX300.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX300 to deliver more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent XG-1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.