Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1
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![Nikon 1 J4 front Nikon 1 J4 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-1-J4-ek-fs.jpg)
![Pentax Q-S1 front Pentax Q-S1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Q-S1/Pentax-Q-S1-front.jpg)
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Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 232g - 100 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed April 2014
- Old Model is Nikon 1 J3
- Updated by Nikon 1 J5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Announced August 2014
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Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Nikon 1 J4 versus Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J4 (18MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the 1 J4 (1") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") posses different sensor size.
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The 1 J4 was released 3 months earlier than the Q-S1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1 J4 matches up versus the Q-S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J4 and Pentax Q-S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J4 over the Pentax Q-S1
1 J4 | Q-S1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+577k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Nikon 1 J4
Q-S1 | 1 J4 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J4 and Pentax Q-S1
1 J4 | Q-S1 | |||
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Announced | April 2014 | ![]() | August 2014 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J4 comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and 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).
Look at the Nikon 1 J4 versus Pentax Q-S1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J4 and the Q-S1.
![Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 size comparison Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J4-vs-Pentax-Q-S1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J4 and Q-S1 is 92 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J4-vs-Pentax-Q-S1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J4 and Q-S1.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J4 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon 1 J4 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.
![Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-J4-vs-Pentax-Q-S1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J4-vs-Pentax-Q-S1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon 1 J4 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Nikon 1 J4 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon 1 J4 | Pentax Q-S1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-04-10 | 2014-08-04 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | 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 area | 116.2mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5232 x 3488 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 171 | - |
Cross focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 13 | 8 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1472 x 984 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 232 grams (0.51 lbs) | 203 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 250 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL22 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $600 | $250 |