Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1
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Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Announced July 2012
- Earlier Model is Nikon S9100
- Renewed by Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Revealed July 2013
Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the S9300 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") posses different sensor dimensions.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe S9300 was released 11 months prior to the MX-1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S9300 scores versus the MX-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Pentax MX-1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Pentax MX-1
S9300 | MX-1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Nikon S9300
MX-1 | S9300 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | July 2012 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Pentax MX-1
S9300 | MX-1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 provides outer dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 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).
Take a look at the Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S9300 vs the MX-1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9300 and MX-1 is 91 and 84 respectively.
Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S9300 and MX-1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S9300 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon S9300 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older S9300 will be behind in sensor tech.
Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S9300 vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Pentax MX-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Pentax MX-1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-07-16 | 2013-07-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.9fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215g (0.47 lb) | 391g (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 290 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-Li-106 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $249 | $400 |