Olympus 6020 vs Pentax MX-1

Here is a extended assessment of the Olympus 6020 and Pentax MX-1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is very well matched but the 6020 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The 6020 was unveiled 4 years prior to the MX-1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 6020 matches up against the MX-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6020 features physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has proportions 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 change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 6020 compared to the MX-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 6020 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 6020 and MX-1.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 6020 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Olympus 6020 will give greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older 6020 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.