Kodak Z950 vs Pentax MX-1

Here is a in depth analysis of the Kodak Z950 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the Z950 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is pretty close but the Z950 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z950 was revealed 4 years earlier than the MX-1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Z950 scores vs the MX-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Z950 & Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are available at Kodak Z950 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z950 offers outer dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z950 compared to the MX-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z950 and MX-1 is 89 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z950 and MX-1.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Z950 provides the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult. The older Z950 will be behind in sensor innovation.