Nikon S8000 vs Pentax MX-1

Below is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S8000 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S8000 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The S8000 was introduced 4 years earlier than the MX-1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S8000 matches up versus the MX-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8000 and Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S8000 comes with exterior dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S8000 vs Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S8000 compared to the MX-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S8000 and MX-1 is 93 and 84 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S8000 and MX-1.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S8000 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Nikon S8000 will give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older S8000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.