Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax MX-1
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax MX-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- 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
- Launched July 2013
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The following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm Z35 versus Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm Z35 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm Z35 was introduced 4 years prior to the MX-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z35 grades against the MX-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 & Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Pentax MX-1
| Fujifilm Z35 | MX-1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Fujifilm Z35
| MX-1 | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2013 |  | July 2009 | Newer by 48 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Pentax MX-1
| Fujifilm Z35 | MX-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z35 offers exterior dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax MX-1 has sizing 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 Fujifilm Z35 versus Pentax MX-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 compared to the MX-1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.
Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z35 and MX-1.
Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z35 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax MX-1 will offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z35 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax MX-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax MX-1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-07-22 | 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 | 10MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/1.8-2.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 8cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 3s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.10 m | 12.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 391g (0.86 lb) |
| Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 49 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.3 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 208 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 290 images |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-45A | D-Li-106 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $130 | $400 |