Nikon P300 vs Pentax MX-1

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon P300 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the P300 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor size.

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The P300 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the MX-1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the P300 matches up versus the MX-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 has got external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has proportions 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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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the P300 vs the MX-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and MX-1 is 92 and 84 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P300 and MX-1.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The P300 uses the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The more aged P300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.