Pentax MX-1 vs Sony A6000

Here, we will be analyzing the Pentax MX-1 vs Sony A6000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and A6000 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The MX-1 was brought out 9 months prior to the A6000 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the MX-1 grades vs the A6000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax MX-1 and Sony Alpha a6000. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Sony A6000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax MX-1 offers outside measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Sony A6000 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

Look at the Pentax MX-1 vs Sony A6000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the MX-1 against the A6000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MX-1 and A6000 is 84 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the MX-1 and A6000.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The MX-1 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A6000 will result in extra detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older MX-1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.