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 Pentax MX-1 and Canon A3300 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. 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). Canon A3300 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.94″) and weighs 149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Pentax MX-1 and the Canon A3300 IS. Canon A3300 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 27mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 27mm thinner than Pentax MX-1.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Pentax MX-1 and Canon A3300 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A3300 IS is significantly lighter (242g ) than the Pentax MX-1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Pentax MX-1 nor Canon PowerShot A3300 IS 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
Pentax MX-1 and Canon A3300 IS'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 Canon A3300 IS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to MX-1.