Nikon A1000 vs Pentax MX-1

In this article, we are looking at the Nikon A1000 vs Pentax MX-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the A1000 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") possess different sensor measurements.

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The A1000 was launched 5 years later than the MX-1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short view of how the A1000 grades against the MX-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 comes with physical measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Pentax MX-1 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the A1000 against the MX-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and MX-1 is 86 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and MX-1.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A1000 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon A1000 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer A1000 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.