Nikon S80 vs Pentax Q10
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Nikon S80 vs Pentax Q10 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Announced September 2010
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Nikon S80 vs Pentax Q10 Overview
Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S80 vs Pentax Q10, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe S80 was released 24 months prior to the Q10 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S80 grades versus the Q10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S80 vs Pentax Q10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S80 and Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S80 Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Pentax Q10
S80 | Q10 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 819k | 460k | Crisper display (+359k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Nikon S80
Q10 | S80 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | September 2010 | More recent by 24 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S80 and Pentax Q10
S80 | Q10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S80 vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S80 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S80 vs Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S80 against the Q10.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S80 and Q10 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S80 vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S80 and Q10.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S80 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older S80 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S80 vs Pentax Q10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S80 | Pentax Q10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S80 | Pentax Q10 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-09-08 | 2012-09-10 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 819k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | OLED | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.3 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 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 format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | 200g (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") | 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 | 150 images | 270 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $191 | $350 |