Pentax MX-1 vs Sony HX50V

Below is a complete overview of the Pentax MX-1 versus Sony HX50V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and HX50V (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The MX-1 was launched 3 months later than the HX50V and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the MX-1 grades versus the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax MX-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Pentax MX-1 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax MX-1 features 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) while the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the MX-1 vs the HX50V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the MX-1 and HX50V is 84 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the MX-1 and HX50V.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The MX-1 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX50V will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.