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Pentax XG-1 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£280Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:567 gBattery life (CIPA):240 shots

Pentax XG-1 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.6

Overall score

Score
4.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

90%

4.6

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 74% of cameras
4.6

Technical score

Technical score
4.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

28%

4.9

Sensor & Image

25%

4.9

Photo Features

18%

4.2

Video & Audio

14%

5.2

Display & Design

8%

3.9

Battery & Power

7%

2.7

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 67% of cameras
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £280

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Technical Specifications of camera Pentax XG-1

Technical score
Technical score
4.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

28%

4.9

Sensor & Image

25%

4.9

Photo Features

18%

4.2

Video & Audio

14%

5.2

Display & Design

8%

3.9

Battery & Power

7%

2.7

Connectivity & Storage

4.6
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Pentax XG-1 has a popularity score of 1, which is lower than 51.3% of cameras.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

60%

4.6

Overall score

40%

9.0

Price

5.9
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
16 MP
Main camera megapixels
16 MP
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 16 MP, which is lower than that of 61.9% of cameras and equal to that of 10.1% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.34 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.34 µm
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.34 µm, which are smaller than those in 74.1% of cameras and the same size as those in 14% of cameras.
Base ISO
100
Base ISO
100
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 100 which is higher than that of 19.9% of cameras and equal to that of 52.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 3200 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 3,200
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 3,200, which is lower than that of 62.9% of cameras and equal to that of 22.7% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
2
N. of focus points
2
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 2 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 95.3% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1920 px
Max video resolution
1920 px
â–² Better than 29% of models
This camera supports 1920 px video recording which is higher quality than that of 28.7% of cameras and equal to that of 47.1% of cameras.
Video bitrate
14 Mbps
Video bitrate
14 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 14 Mbps which is lower than that of 85.9% of cameras and equal to that of 2.4% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
H.264
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Type
bridge
Weight
567 g
Weight
567 g
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 567 g which is heavier than 71.1% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.1% of cameras.
Width
119 mm
Width
119 mm
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 119 mm which is narrower than 50.6% of cameras and equal to that of 0.5% of cameras.
Height
89 mm
Height
89 mm
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 89 mm which is taller than 66.1% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
Thickness
97.5 mm
Thickness
97.5 mm
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 97.5 mm which is thicker than 92.1% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
240 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
240 shots
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 240 shots, which is shorter than that of 76.6% of cameras and equal to that of 2.1% of cameras.
Battery capacity
1,100 mAh
Battery capacity
1,100 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 1,100 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 51.6% of cameras and equal to those in 1.2% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Pentax XG-1 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • In-body stabilization
    Sensor-shift stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
    Back-illuminated CMOS sensor.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
    Supports up to 120 fps high-speed video.
  • Built-in timelapse
    Timelapse function
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
  • 7.32x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    52 x
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 52 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 52x optical zoom.
    52 x vs 7.1 x
  • 0.02 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.0154 GB
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.0154 GB vs 0 GB
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
    Back-illuminated CMOS sensor.
  • In-body stabilization
    Sensor-shift stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • 7.32x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    52 x
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 52 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 52x optical zoom.
    52 x vs 7.1 x
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
    Supports up to 120 fps high-speed video.
  • Built-in timelapse
    Timelapse function
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
  • 0.02 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.0154 GB
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.0154 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.34 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.34 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 2160000 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    200,000 dots
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (200000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    200000 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 21 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (2 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    2 vs 23
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 22,100 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 93% less popular
    Pentax XG-1 is less popular than the average camera (1 vs 1.9).
    1 vs 1.93
  • 4.6% worse value for money
    Pentax XG-1 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.92 vs 6.2).
    5.92 vs 6.2
  • 2160000 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    200,000 dots
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (200000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    200000 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 172 g heavier
    Weight
    567 g
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (567 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    567 g vs 395 g
  • 51.5 mm thicker
    Thickness
    97.5 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (97.5 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    97.5 mm vs 46 mm
  • 15.1 mm taller body
    Height
    89 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is taller than the average camera (89 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    89 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.34 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.34 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 22,100 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    16 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (16 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    16 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 3,200 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 21 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (2 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    2 vs 23
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 0.7 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    5 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (5 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    5 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • 16 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    14 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (14 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    14 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 5 min shorter recording time
    Max video recording time
    25 min
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <25 min – >60 min
    This camera records continuously for less time than the average camera (25 min vs 30 min). The average camera records for 30 min.
    25 min vs 30 min
  • 90 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    240 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (240 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    240 shots vs 330 shots

Expert reviews

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ephotozine.com
11/09/2014
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17/06/2015
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bhphotovideo.com
23/10/2014
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bhphotovideo.com
22/10/2014
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dkamera.de
26/08/2016
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dkamera.de
26/08/2016
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The Camera | Test Report for the Pentax XG-1 - DKamera
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camerarace.com
15/07/2014
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Pentax XG-1

  • Powerful optical zoom (52x) that allows you to capture subjects from great distances
  • Compact, lightweight and ergonomic design with a large, comfortable grip
  • Good value for money, ideal for beginners on a budget
  • Large and clear LCD screen that is easy to read in bright light
  • Fast and simple menu operation

What we don't like about Pentax XG-1

  • No physical dials for manual settings, making adjusting settings cumbersome
  • Limited battery life compared to comparable models
  • The quality of the electronic viewfinder (EVF) and image stabilization often leaves much to be desired
  • Lack of Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Video recording is limited (no 1080/60p) and the camera lacks support for external flashes

Verdict

The Pentax XG-1 is an ultra-zoom bridge camera featuring a 16-megapixel backside-illuminated CMOS sensor and a versatile 52x optical zoom lens with a 35mm equivalent focal range of 24-1248mm. Its primary characteristics include a bright f/2.8 maximum wide-angle aperture, a 3.0-inch 460k-dot LCD screen, and a 200k-dot electronic viewfinder for easier framing in bright light. Notable pros include its high-speed burst shooting of up to 60 fps at VGA resolution, a 1cm minimum focusing distance for macro photography, and sensor-shift Shake Reduction for sharper handheld images. However, the camera suffers from several cons, such as poor battery life rated at approximately 240 shots, the lack of built-in Wi-Fi, and a small, low-resolution viewfinder that lacks dioptre correction.

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