Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax MX-1

Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus TG-6 versus Pentax MX-1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is fairly similar but the TG-6 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor size.

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The TG-6 was revealed 5 years later than the MX-1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TG-6 matches up against the MX-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-6 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-6 enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and 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).

Contrast the Olympus TG-6 versus Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TG-6 compared to the MX-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-6 and MX-1 is 90 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-6 and MX-1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The TG-6 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult. The more recent TG-6 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.