Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung PL200

On this page, we will be analyzing the Pentax MX-1 versus Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the MX-1 (1/1.7") and PL200 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The MX-1 was unveiled 2 years after the PL200 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the MX-1 grades against the PL200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax MX-1 and Samsung PL200. The full galleries are provided at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax MX-1 provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Pentax MX-1 versus Samsung PL200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the MX-1 against the PL200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MX-1 and PL200 is 84 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The picture here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the MX-1 and PL200.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The MX-1 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung PL200 will resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent MX-1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.