Pentax MX-1 vs Sony W710

The following is a extensive comparison of the Pentax MX-1 and Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and W710 (16MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and W710 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The MX-1 was revealed 6 months after the W710 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the MX-1 matches up against the W710 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax MX-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are provided at Pentax MX-1 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax MX-1 has got external measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax MX-1 and Sony W710 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the MX-1 and the W710.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the MX-1 and W710 is 84 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the MX-1 and W710.

All in all, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The MX-1 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony W710 will render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively.