Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic SZ5 has external dimensions of 104 x 58 x 21 mm (4.09 x 2.28 x 0.83″) and weighs 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 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 Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1. Panasonic SZ5 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 18mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 30mm thinner than Pentax MX-1.
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Comparison image of Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1.
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Comparison image of Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1.
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Top View Comparison image of Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic SZ5 is significantly lighter (255g ) than the Pentax MX-1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 nor Pentax MX-1 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
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 Panasonic SZ5 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to MX-1.