Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax MX-1

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic ZS15 and Pentax MX-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is very similar but the ZS15 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS15 was introduced 12 months before the MX-1 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the ZS15 matches up against the MX-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 & Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS15 has got outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS15 versus the MX-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS15 and MX-1 is 92 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and MX-1.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The ZS15 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult. The more aged ZS15 is going to be behind in sensor technology.