Nikon S630 vs Pentax MX-1

In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon S630 versus Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the S630 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") come with different sensor measurements.

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The S630 was revealed 5 years earlier than the MX-1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S630 matches up against the MX-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S630 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S630 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S630 versus the MX-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S630 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S630 and MX-1.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The S630 contains the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged S630 will be behind in sensor innovation.