Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7
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![Nikon 1 V2 front Nikon 1 V2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-1-V2-ek-fs.jpg)
![Pentax Q7 front Pentax Q7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Q7/Pentax-Q7-front.jpg)
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37 Features
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Replaced the Nikon 1 V1
- Updated by Nikon 1 V3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
- Released August 2013
- Old Model is Pentax Q10
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon 1 V2 and Pentax Q7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 1 V2 (14MP) and the Q7 (12MP) is very comparable but the 1 V2 (1") and Q7 (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizes.
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The 1 V2 was brought out 9 months before the Q7 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 1 V2 matches up vs the Q7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V2 & Pentax Q7. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Pentax Q7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Pentax Q7
1 V2 | Q7 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q7 over the Nikon 1 V2
Q7 | 1 V2 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | October 2012 | More modern by 9 months |
Common features in the Nikon 1 V2 and Pentax Q7
1 V2 | Q7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 V2 has physical dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") and a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q7 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).
Check the Nikon 1 V2 and Pentax Q7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 1 V2 and the Q7.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 size comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Pentax-Q7-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V2 and Q7 is 85 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Pentax-Q7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The image below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V2 and Q7.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 V2 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon 1 V2 will provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged 1 V2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Pentax-Q7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 V2 vs Pentax Q7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-V2-vs-Pentax-Q7-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 V2 vs Pentax Q7 Specifications
Nikon 1 V2 | Pentax Q7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon 1 V2 | Pentax Q7 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-10-24 | 2013-08-08 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3A | - |
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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 73 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 13 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 15.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.90 m (ISO100/m) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) | FullHD(1920x1080, 30fps/25fps/24fps), HD(1280x720,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps), VGA(640x480,4:3,30fps/25fps/24fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 278g (0.61 pounds) | 200g (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 403 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 310 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL21 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 sec, 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi Card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $599 | $480 |