Olympus 8000 vs Pentax MX-1

Following is a thorough overview of the Olympus 8000 vs Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is very comparable but the 8000 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The 8000 was revealed 5 years before the MX-1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 8000 grades vs the MX-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8000 has got external measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 8000 versus the MX-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and MX-1 is 94 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 8000 and MX-1.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The 8000 provides the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF harder. The more aged 8000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.