Nikon P340 vs Pentax MX-1

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon P340 and Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The P340 was introduced 8 months after the MX-1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the P340 scores vs the MX-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P340 has outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P340 and Pentax MX-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the P340 versus the MX-1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and MX-1 is 92 and 84 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and MX-1.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern P340 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.