Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX210
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Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
- Announced August 2013
- Superseded the Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched August 2012
- Superseded the Samsung NX200
- Successor is Samsung NX300
Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Pentax Q7 and Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and NX210 (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Q7 was revealed 12 months later than the NX210 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Q7 grades against the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q7 & Samsung NX210. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax Q7 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q7 over the Samsung NX210
Q7 | NX210 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | August 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Pentax Q7
NX210 | Q7 | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | 460k | Sharper display (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax Q7 and Samsung NX210
Q7 | NX210 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax Q7 offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the Pentax Q7 and Samsung NX210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Q7 vs the NX210.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q7 and NX210 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q7 and NX210.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Q7 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX210 will deliver more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Q7 should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Pentax Q7 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Pentax Q7 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Q7 | Samsung NX210 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-08-08 | 2012-08-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax Q | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 8 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, AR coating | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (ISO100/m) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | FullHD(1920x1080, 30fps/25fps/24fps), HD(1280x720,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps), VGA(640x480,4:3,30fps/25fps/24fps) | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 200g (0.44 lb) | 222g (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 330 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI68 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (12 sec, 2 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $480 | $625 |