Pentax MX-1 vs Ricoh G900

Below, we will be matching up the Pentax MX-1 versus Ricoh G900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and G900 (20MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and G900 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The MX-1 was brought out 5 years prior to the G900 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the MX-1 grades against the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax MX-1 and Ricoh G900. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax MX-1 features outer dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has specifications of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the MX-1 compared to the G900.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the MX-1 and G900 is 84 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the MX-1 and G900.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The MX-1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Ricoh G900 will result in extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged MX-1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.