Canon S100 vs Pentax MX-1

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon S100 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The S100 was revealed 18 months prior to the MX-1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S100 scores vs the MX-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S100 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are provided at Canon S100 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon S100 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Compare the Canon S100 vs Pentax MX-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S100 compared to the MX-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and MX-1 is 93 and 84 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and MX-1.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos although you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The older S100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.