Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax MX-1

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm T400 (16MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm T400 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm T400 was brought out 18 months before the MX-1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm T400 grades against the MX-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T400 and Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm T400 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T400 features exterior measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 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).

Contrast the Fujifilm T400 vs Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm T400 and the MX-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T400 and MX-1 is 93 and 84 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T400 and MX-1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm T400 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm T400 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm T400 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.