Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q10

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon 1 V2 and Pentax Q10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the 1 V2 (1") and Q10 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V2 was released 2 months after the Q10 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the 1 V2 grades vs the Q10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V2 and Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 V2 offers exterior dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 V2 and Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the 1 V2 versus the Q10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V2 and Q10 is 85 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V2 and Q10.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V2 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon 1 V2 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively.