Canon D20 vs Pentax MX-1

The following is a complete review of the Canon D20 and Pentax MX-1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is very close but the D20 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor size.

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The D20 was launched within a month of the MX-1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the D20 grades against the MX-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D20 and Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are available at Canon D20 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon D20 comes with outside dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Canon D20 and Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the D20 against the MX-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D20 and MX-1 is 91 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D20 and MX-1.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The D20 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher.