Canon A2200 vs Pentax MX-1

Lets look more closely at the Canon A2200 versus Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the A2200 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The A2200 was released 3 years before the MX-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the A2200 matches up against the MX-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2200 & Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2200 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A2200 has got physical measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the A2200 compared to the MX-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A2200 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2200 and MX-1.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A2200 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Canon A2200 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged A2200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.