Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung HZ35W

Lets look more closely at the Pentax MX-1 versus Samsung HZ35W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very well matched but the MX-1 (1/1.7") and HZ35W (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The MX-1 was introduced 3 years later than the HZ35W and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the MX-1 matches up against the HZ35W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax MX-1 and Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are available at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Pentax MX-1 comes with physical dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung HZ35W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Pentax MX-1 versus Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the MX-1 compared to the HZ35W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the MX-1 and HZ35W is 84 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the MX-1 and HZ35W.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor measurements. The MX-1 has the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The younger MX-1 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.