Nikon S570 vs Pentax MX-1

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S570 and Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is pretty close but the S570 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") have different sensor dimensions.

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The S570 was launched 4 years before the MX-1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S570 grades vs the MX-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S570 has physical measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax MX-1 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S570 and Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S570 vs the MX-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and MX-1.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The S570 offers the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The older S570 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.