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Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10

Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
60
Overall
48
Nikon 1 J2 front
 
Pentax Q10 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
56
Overall
44

Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs

Nikon 1 J2
(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
  • Replaced the Nikon 1 J1
  • Newer Model is Nikon 1 J3
Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
  • Introduced September 2012
  • Previous Model is Pentax Q
  • Later Model is Pentax Q7
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon 1 J2 and Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the 1 J2 (10MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is very close but the 1 J2 (1") and Q10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J2 was announced at a similar time to the Q10 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 1 J2 scores against the Q10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Pentax Q10

 1 J2 Q10 
Display resolution921k460kSharper display (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Nikon 1 J2

 Q10 1 J2 

Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Pentax Q10

 1 J2 Q10 
IntroducedAugust 2012September 2012Same generation
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurements
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J2 has external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J2 and the Q10.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and Q10 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 top view buttons comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J2 and Q10.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J2 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax Q10 will render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Portrait photography factors
Pentax Q10 Portrait photography factors
48
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW formats
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10MP)
48
has manual focus
above average flash sync speed (1/2,000 seconds)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW formats
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon 1 J2
Street photography with Pentax Q10
69
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (238 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
68
image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competitors (200g)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Sports photography info
Pentax Q10 Sports photography info
49
quiet shutter (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor size is decent (1")
supports tracking autofocus
has phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
terrible battery life (230 shots)
36
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
includes tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (270 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Travel photography factors
Pentax Q10 Travel photography factors
60
lighter than competitors in class (238g)
built-in flash
terrible battery life (230 CIPA)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
60
lighter than competitors (200g)
built-in flash
not so great battery pack (270 shots)
low megapixels (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax Q10 as a Landscape photography camera
56
has manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
terrible battery life (230 CIPA)
54
has manual focus
switch lenses (Pentax Q mount)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports RAW formats
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (270 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon 1 J2
Vlogging with Pentax Q10
30
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (238g)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
no external microphone jack
35
image stabilization (Sensor based)
includes face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors (200g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have mic socket
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 J2 and Pentax Q10
 Nikon 1 J2Pentax Q10
General Information
Make Nikon Pentax
Model type Nikon 1 J2 Pentax Q10
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2012-08-09 2012-09-10
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed 3 -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3872 x 2592 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 135 25
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon 1 Pentax Q
Total lenses 13 8
Focal length multiplier 2.7 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 921k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT LCD TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.00 m 7.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/60 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 238 grams (0.52 lbs) 200 grams (0.44 lbs)
Physical dimensions 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 54 49
DXO Color Depth rating 21.3 21.1
DXO Dynamic range rating 10.8 10.9
DXO Low light rating 363 183
Other
Battery life 230 shots 270 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL20 D-LI68
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail cost $550 $350