Nikon L31 vs Pentax Q10
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Nikon L31 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
Nikon L31 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Nikon L31 versus Pentax Q10, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the L31 (16MP) and Q10 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe L31 was brought out 2 years later than the Q10 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L31 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the L31 scores versus the Q10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L31 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L31 and Pentax Q10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L31 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Pentax Q10
L31 | Q10 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | September 2012 | More recent by 29 months | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Nikon L31
Q10 | L31 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L31 and Pentax Q10
L31 | Q10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon L31 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L31 offers outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L31 versus Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the L31 compared to the Q10.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L31 and Q10 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L31 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L31 and Q10.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon L31 to give you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger L31 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon L31 vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L31 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L31 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L31 | Pentax Q10 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2012-09-10 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 160g (0.35 lb) | 200g (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 183 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | 270 photos |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $0 | $350 |