Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 J1
- Successor is Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Introduced August 2014
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Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 1 J2 (10MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 J2 (1") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1 J2 was announced 24 months earlier than the Q-S1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the 1 J2 matches up versus the Q-S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J2 & Pentax Q-S1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Pentax Q-S1
| 1 J2 | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Nikon 1 J2
| Q-S1 | 1 J2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2014 |  | August 2012 | Fresher by 24 months |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Pentax Q-S1
| 1 J2 | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J2 offers outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J2 against the Q-S1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and Q-S1 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J2 and Q-S1.
As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 J2 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax Q-S1 will show more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older 1 J2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
| Nikon 1 J2 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon 1 J2 | Pentax Q-S1 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2012-08-09 | 2014-08-04 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed 3 | Q Engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 135 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Pentax Q |
| Available lenses | 13 | 8 |
| Crop factor | 2.7 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 921k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/60s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 238 gr (0.52 lbs) | 203 gr (0.45 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 54 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 363 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 pictures | 250 pictures |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL20 | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $550 | $250 |