Nikon S4300 vs Pentax MX-1

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S4300 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the S4300 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") boast different sensor sizes.

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The S4300 was manufactured 17 months prior to the MX-1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S4300 scores versus the MX-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4300 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst 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 S4300 vs Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S4300 vs the MX-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4300 and MX-1.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S4300 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Nikon S4300 will offer you more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older S4300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.