Pentax MX-1 vs Samsung WB50F

Let's take a closer look at the Pentax MX-1 and Samsung WB50F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and WB50F (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The MX-1 was announced 6 months earlier than the WB50F and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the MX-1 grades against the WB50F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax MX-1 & Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are available at Pentax MX-1 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax MX-1 offers outer measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Pentax MX-1 and Samsung WB50F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the MX-1 versus the WB50F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the MX-1 and WB50F is 84 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The graphic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the MX-1 and WB50F.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The MX-1 having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung WB50F will show extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.