Pentax XG-1 vs Sony WX9

Following is a extended review of the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony WX9, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was introduced 3 years after the WX9 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the XG-1 scores versus the WX9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax XG-1 comes with physical dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Pentax XG-1 versus Sony WX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the XG-1 and the WX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and WX9 is 66 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and WX9.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent XG-1 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.