Pentax XG-1, advanced compact camera with 52x superzoom

The Pentax XG-1 is an advanced compact camera with long zoom; belongs to a category cameras also known as ‘bridge’. The optical zoom of 52 increases its most distinctive features. This makes it a very versatile machine that will be able to work any situation. You will not resist pictures, nor capture details of monuments and buildings. And all with a weight of just over half a kilo without the hassle of having to keep changing lenses. Anyway, the compact body of the Pentax is designed in the style of the SLR models. To notice I just look at the back, but mostly see the controls at the top. It has a handle on the right side to make it more comfortable to hold.

The CMOS sensor 1/2, 3 inches backlit, is highly sensitive and can capture images with low noise, even in low light. In fact the maximum sensitivity reaches ISO 3200. Includes a night scene mode that helps you take clear photos at night; works by taking multiple images simultaneously then combined to compose one. It can capture images of 16 megapixels. The objective Pentax (f2.8-f5.6 with opening) equivalent to 24-1248 in 35mm photography. The group shots are no problem, because the camera can recognize up to a dozen different faces, and even faces up to ten different pets.

The Pentax XG-1 has an electronic viewfinder and 200,000 dots LCD screen 3-inch monitor with a resolution of 460,000 dots. The knob on the top allows you to easily select various camera functions without having to enter the menu. The mode of high dynamic range (HDR) works with three different images with different exposure levels. Apart from the normal mode of continuous shooting speed running 9 frames per second (fps), no other super high speed mode at 60 fps and a third high-speed 30 fps. You can record Full HD video in H.264 format with an aspect ratio is 16:9, a resolution of 1,920 by 1,080 pixels and 30 fps. By pressing a button, the user has available eight digital filters, including one other in sepia and black and white, even while recording.

The machine integrates an internal memory of 15.4 MB, but its storage capacity can be expanded via memory cards SD and SDHC. Indeed, it is compatible with cards Eye-Fi (wireless). As for connectivity, has an output HDMI (micro) and connector USB 2.0 also includes the A / V. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides a battery life of about 240 shots. Weight: 567 grams (with battery and SD memory card) and measures 119 by 89 and 97.5 mm. The  Pentax XG-1 hit the European stores in mid-August at a price of around 320 euros.

Pentax XG-1, advanced compact camera with 52x superzoom