Pentax MX-1 vs Sony A6600

Here is a extended overview of the Pentax MX-1 and Sony A6600, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and A6600 (24MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and A6600 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The MX-1 was launched 7 years prior to the A6600 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the MX-1 scores versus the A6600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax MX-1 and Sony Alpha a6600. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Sony A6600 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax MX-1 has exterior 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) and the Sony A6600 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax MX-1 and Sony A6600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the MX-1 against the A6600.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the MX-1 and A6600 is 84 and 77 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the MX-1 and A6600.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The MX-1 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony A6600 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older MX-1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.