Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax MX-1

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax MX-1, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is very close but the FP1 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor sizing.

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The FP1 was brought out 4 years before the MX-1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FP1 grades vs the MX-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has measurements 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 Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP1 against the MX-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and MX-1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The FP1 has the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field more difficult. The more aged FP1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.