Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon AW130 and Pentax MX-1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon AW130 has external dimensions of 110 x 66 x 27 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.06″) and weighs 221 g (0.49 lb / 7.80 oz) (including batteries). Pentax MX-1 has external dimensions of 122 x 61 x 51 mm (4.8 x 2.4 x 2.01″) and weighs 391 g (0.86 lb / 13.79 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and the Pentax MX-1. Nikon AW130 is 12mm narrower and 24mm thinner than Pentax MX-1 but it is also 5mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and Pentax MX-1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon AW130 and Pentax MX-1.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon AW130 is significantly lighter (170g ) than the Pentax MX-1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the AW130 has a big advantage over the MX-1 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW130 and Pentax MX-1's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Pentax MX-1 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Nikon AW130 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to MX-1.