Pentax MX-1 vs Sony A6400

Here is a in depth analysis of the Pentax MX-1 versus Sony A6400, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and A6400 (24MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and A6400 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The MX-1 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the A6400 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the MX-1 grades vs the A6400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax MX-1 and Sony Alpha a6400. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax MX-1 has external dimensions 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 A6400 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax MX-1 versus Sony A6400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the MX-1 and the A6400.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the MX-1 and A6400 is 84 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the MX-1 and A6400.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The MX-1 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A6400 will show more detail due to its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older MX-1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.