Nikon S31 vs Pentax MX-1

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S31 versus Pentax MX-1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S31 (10MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively similar but the S31 (1/2.9") and MX-1 (1/1.7") have different sensor measurements.

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The S31 was brought out within a month of the MX-1 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S31 matches up against the MX-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S31 and Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S31 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S31 has got outside measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S31 versus Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S31 compared to the MX-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S31 and MX-1 is 90 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S31 and MX-1.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S31 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Pentax MX-1 will deliver more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively.