Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax MX-1

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS5 and Pentax MX-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is fairly close but the ZS5 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The ZS5 was introduced 4 years prior to the MX-1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ZS5 grades vs the MX-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS5 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS5 against the MX-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and MX-1 is 92 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS5 and MX-1.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The ZS5 has the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field harder. The older ZS5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.