Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung SL202

Lets take a more detailed look at the Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the MX-1 (12MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is very similar but the MX-1 (1/1.7") and SL202 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The MX-1 was manufactured 4 years later than the SL202 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the MX-1 grades versus the SL202 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax MX-1 & Samsung SL202. The entire galleries are available at Pentax MX-1 Gallery & Samsung SL202 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax MX-1 provides 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 Samsung SL202 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the MX-1 against the SL202.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the MX-1 and SL202 is 84 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the MX-1 and SL202.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The MX-1 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax MX-1 will offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent MX-1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.