Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax MX-1

Lets look closer at the Canon SD4000 IS versus Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SD4000 IS (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizing.

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The SD4000 IS was revealed 3 years before the MX-1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SD4000 IS matches up against the MX-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SD4000 IS has outer measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the MX-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and MX-1 is 94 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4000 IS and MX-1.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SD4000 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Pentax MX-1 will provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SD4000 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.