Nikon 1 V1 vs Pentax Q7

The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon 1 V1 vs Pentax Q7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 1 V1 (10MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is pretty similar but the 1 V1 (1") and Q7 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor size.

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The 1 V1 was released 18 months earlier than the Q7 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 1 V1 matches up against the Q7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V1 and Pentax Q7. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V1 provides outer dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 1 V1 vs the Q7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and Q7 is 84 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V1 and Q7.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V1 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Pentax Q7 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged 1 V1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.