Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax MX-1

Here is a thorough review of the Panasonic TS10 versus Pentax MX-1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the TS10 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The TS10 was introduced 4 years earlier than the MX-1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TS10 grades vs the MX-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 & Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS10 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS10 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS10 versus Pentax MX-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TS10 versus the MX-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS10 and MX-1 is 93 and 84 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The visual below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS10 and MX-1.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TS10 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic TS10 will give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older TS10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.