Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1
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Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Revealed July 2013

Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the EX-H15 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor size.

The EX-H15 was revealed 4 years earlier than the MX-1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-H15 grades versus the MX-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H15 & Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H15 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Pentax MX-1
EX-H15 | MX-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Casio EX-H15
MX-1 | EX-H15 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 42 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Pentax MX-1
EX-H15 | MX-1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-H15 enjoys outer dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-H15 against the MX-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H15 and MX-1 is 93 and 84 respectively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H15 and MX-1.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-H15 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Casio EX-H15 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older EX-H15 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Pentax MX-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Pentax MX-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2013-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 161 gr (0.35 lbs) | 391 gr (0.86 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-90 | D-Li-106 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $300 | $400 |