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 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 the Panasonic SZ5 and the 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.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax MX-1.
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 the Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 nor Pentax MX-1 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, 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 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 Panasonic SZ5 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to MX-1.