Nikon S6300 vs Pentax MX-1

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon S6300 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the S6300 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The S6300 was revealed 17 months earlier than the MX-1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S6300 scores against the MX-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6300 has got physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S6300 vs Pentax MX-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S6300 and the MX-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and MX-1 is 94 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S6300 and MX-1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S6300 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S6300 will offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older S6300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.