Pentax K-x vs Pentax MX-1
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax MX-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Revealed December 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Revealed July 2013
Pentax K-x vs Pentax MX-1 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Pentax K-x versus Pentax MX-1, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is very well matched but the K-x (APS-C) and MX-1 (1/1.7") have different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe K-x was announced 4 years earlier than the MX-1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the K-x scores against the MX-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-x vs Pentax MX-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-x & Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-x Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Pentax MX-1
K-x | MX-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Pentax K-x
MX-1 | K-x | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | December 2009 | Newer by 42 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax K-x and Pentax MX-1
K-x | MX-1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Pentax K-x vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-x comes with physical dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-x versus Pentax MX-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the K-x vs the MX-1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-x and MX-1 is 69 and 84 respectively.
Pentax K-x vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-x and MX-1.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The K-x provides the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The more aged K-x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Pentax K-x vs Pentax MX-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-x vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
Pentax K-x | Pentax MX-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-x | Pentax MX-1 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-12-23 | 2013-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 16.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 580g (1.28 lb) | 391g (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 811 | 208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1900 images | 290 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-Li-106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $600 | $400 |