Panasonic TS4 vs Pentax MX-1

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic TS4 and Pentax MX-1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS4 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the TS4 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The TS4 was revealed 17 months earlier than the MX-1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TS4 matches up vs the MX-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS4 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS4 offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax MX-1 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS4 and Pentax MX-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TS4 against the MX-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS4 and MX-1 is 92 and 84 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS4 and MX-1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The TS4 has the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF more challenging. The older TS4 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.