| General | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | 1 J1 | ist DS2 |
| Successor Model | Nikon 1 J2 | |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor Format | CX | |
| Sensor Size | 1-inch | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8 mm | 23.5 x 15.7 mm |
| Total Pixels | 12 Megapixel | 6 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 10.1 Megapixel | 6 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 6,400 | 200 - 3,200 |
| Photo | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Other Resolutions | 3840 x 2160, 2896 x 1944, 1936 x 1296 | 2400 x 1600, 1536 x 1024 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 16:9 | 3:2 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Normal, Fine, Superfine | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| Active D-Lighting | On Off |
| Focus | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focusing System | Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF) AF-assist illuminator | |
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Tracking | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus | |
| Number of Focus Points | 135 | 11 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon 1 | Pentax KAF |
| Crop Factor | 2.7x | 1.5x |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD | |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 2.5" |
| Screen Resolution | 460k dot | 210k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95x | |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.63x |
| Shutter | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Electronic | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) | 1/16000 sec | |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 10.0 fps | 2.8 fps |
| Flash | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Fill-flash Red-eye reduction Rear curtain with sync Rear curtain with slow sync Slow sync Slow sync with red-eye reduction | Auto On Off Red-eye reduction |
| Flash Range | 5.00 m | |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/60 sec | |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV steps) | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash System | i-TTL flash control using image sensor available |
| Exposure | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 (1/3 EV increments) | ±3 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ||
| Exposure Lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button |
| DXO | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 372 | |
| DxO Color Depth | 21.5 | |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 11.0 | |
| DxO Overall Score | 56 |
| Video | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Movie File Format | MOV | |
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| Recording Limit | 30 min |
| Terminals | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Speaker | ||
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | Optional ML-L3 | IR or Wired |
| Environmental | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.18") | 125 x 93 x 66 mm (4.92 x 3.66 x 2.6") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz) | 605 g (1.33 lb / 21.34 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.9 x 5.6 x 4.3" |
| Power and Storage | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | EN-EL20 | 4 x AA |
| Battery Life | 230 shots | |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC |
| Other | Nikon 1 J1 | Pentax ist DS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 12 sec | |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System | Optical anti-dust mechanism |
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