Pentax XG-1 vs Sony ZV-1

Lets examine more closely at the Pentax XG-1 vs Sony ZV-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The XG-1 was introduced 6 years before the ZV-1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the XG-1 scores against the ZV-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax XG-1 and Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 has got external dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Compare the Pentax XG-1 vs Sony ZV-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the XG-1 vs the ZV-1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and ZV-1 is 66 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and ZV-1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XG-1 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony ZV-1 will give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older XG-1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.