Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax MX-1

Here is a in depth analysis of the Olympus VH-410 versus Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the VH-410 (16MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the VH-410 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The VH-410 was revealed 10 months before the MX-1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the VH-410 scores vs the MX-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-410 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VH-410 features physical dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax MX-1 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Compare the Olympus VH-410 versus Pentax MX-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the VH-410 versus the MX-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the VH-410 and MX-1.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The VH-410 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Olympus VH-410 will provide more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older VH-410 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.