Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-1
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Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- 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
- Released July 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2011
Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both sold by Pentax. The resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the MX-1 (1/1.7") and WG-1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe MX-1 was introduced 2 years later than the WG-1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the MX-1 grades against the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax MX-1 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are available at Pentax MX-1 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Pentax WG-1
MX-1 | WG-1 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | February 2011 | More recent by 30 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Pentax MX-1
WG-1 | MX-1 |
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Common features in the Pentax MX-1 and Pentax WG-1
MX-1 | WG-1 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax MX-1 has physical measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the MX-1 and the WG-1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the MX-1 and WG-1 is 84 and 93 respectively.
Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the MX-1 and WG-1.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The MX-1 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Pentax WG-1 will give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern MX-1 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Pentax MX-1 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax MX-1 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-07-01 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with AR coating | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 391g (0.86 lb) | 157g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 208 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-Li-106 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $400 | $350 |