Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax MX-1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.