Nikon S9100 vs Pentax MX-1

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S9100 and Pentax MX-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively close but the S9100 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor size.

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The S9100 was released 23 months before the MX-1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S9100 matches up against the MX-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9100 comes with external dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has dimensions 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S9100 and the MX-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S9100 and MX-1 is 91 and 84 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9100 and MX-1.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The S9100 provides the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The more aged S9100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.