Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax MX-1
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Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax MX-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched May 2019
- Older Model is Olympus TG-5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Revealed July 2013
Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax MX-1 Overview
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.
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax MX-1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Pentax MX-1
TG-6 | MX-1 | |||
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Revealed | May 2019 | July 2013 | Fresher by 72 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 920k | Sharper display (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Olympus TG-6
MX-1 | TG-6 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Olympus TG-6 and Pentax MX-1
TG-6 | MX-1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
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.
Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax MX-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-6 | Pentax MX-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-6 | Pentax MX-1 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2019-05-22 | 2013-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 253g (0.56 pounds) | 391g (0.86 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 340 photos | 290 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | D-Li-106 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $449 | $400 |