Nikon S3100 vs Pentax Q
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Nikon S3100 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2011
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Launched June 2011
- Later Model is Pentax Q10
Nikon S3100 vs Pentax Q Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon S3100 and Pentax Q, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe S3100 was brought out 4 months earlier than the Q and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S3100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S3100 grades vs the Q in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S3100 vs Pentax Q Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Pentax Q. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Pentax Q
S3100 | Q |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Nikon S3100
Q | S3100 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3100 and Pentax Q
S3100 | Q | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | June 2011 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon S3100 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3100 features physical measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S3100 and Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S3100 compared to the Q.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and Q is 96 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S3100 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S3100 and Q.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S3100 to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.
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Nikon S3100 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Pentax Q |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 118 gr (0.26 lb) | 180 gr (0.40 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 230 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $139 | $695 |