Nikon 1 AW1 vs Pentax Q7

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Pentax Q7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 AW1 (1") and Q7 (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizes.

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The 1 AW1 was brought out 2 months later than the Q7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 1 AW1 matches up versus the Q7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 AW1 and Pentax Q7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 AW1 has got outer measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Pentax Q7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 AW1 vs the Q7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 AW1 and Q7 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 AW1 and Q7.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 AW1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon 1 AW1 will provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.