Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210
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35 Features
47 Overall
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![Pentax Q front Pentax Q front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Q/Pentax-Q-front.jpg)
![Samsung NX210 front Samsung NX210 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung_NX210_1.jpg)
90 Imaging
62 Features
57 Overall
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Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Launched June 2011
- Refreshed by Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced August 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX200
- Successor is Samsung NX300
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Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Pentax Q and Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Q (12MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the Q (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.
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The Q was unveiled 13 months before the NX210 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Q scores against the NX210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Q & Samsung NX210. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax Q Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Samsung NX210
Q | NX210 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Pentax Q
NX210 | Q | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | June 2011 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax Q and Samsung NX210
Q | NX210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax Q has external measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung NX210 has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax Q and Samsung NX210 in our brand new 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)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Q against the NX210.
![Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 size comparison Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Q-vs-Samsung-NX210-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Q and NX210 is 93 and 90 respectively.
![Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 top view buttons comparison Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Q-vs-Samsung-NX210-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Q and NX210.
Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Q having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX210 will show greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Q will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 sensor size comparison Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-Q-vs-Samsung-NX210-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Q-vs-Samsung-NX210-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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Pentax Q vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Pentax Q | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Q | Samsung NX210 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-06-23 | 2012-08-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax Q | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 8 | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 lbs) | 222g (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 47 | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 189 | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | 330 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $695 | $625 |