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Nikon 1 J4

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Pros

  • The camera has a good looking touch screen and build quality is
  • Results are good
  • and well stitched together

Cons

  • Flash is not available in any of the continuous shooting modes
  • J4 does not have a hot shoe for optional accessories
  • it s not a critical feature

Key specs

  • CMOS
  • CX
  • 13.2x8.8 mm
  • 18 Mpx
  • 5232, 3488 px
  • Nikon 1
  • 3.5
  • Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Face detection, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
  • 3.0 in
  • yes

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Nikon 1 J4 - Pros & Cons

Nikon 1 J4

Pros

  • The camera has a good looking touch screen and build quality is
  • Results are good
  • and well stitched together
  • Video quality is good
  • Dynamic range is good
  • very good with a high resolution and good colour production
  • Full HD video quality is good with clear video
  • making it easy to compare with other cameras
  • colors were much more accurate with a nice depth
  • J4 is a very responsive mirrorless camera
  • It s clean and nice-looking all around

Cons

  • Flash is not available in any of the continuous shooting modes
  • J4 does not have a hot shoe for optional accessories
  • it s not a critical feature
  • this is an extremely convoluted way to shoot
  • Sony NEX cameras
  • chromatic aberration and some very odd distortion
  • it also lacks much of a grip
  • kit lens does introduce a rather unsavory element in your photos
  • performance lags a little bit behind
  • Sensitivity is a sore spot Sharpness
  • its performance in normal use is disappointing

Nikon 1 J4 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
3 in
Best:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Screen size: 6.7 in
IconISO maximum
12800
Best:
Pentax KP
ISO maximum: 819200
IconEffective pixels
18 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
5232 x 3488 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Nikon 1 J4 - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Image sensor formatCX
Sensor size0.52 in
Effective pixels18.0 Mpx
Image ratio w:h3:2
Max resolution5232 x 3488 px
Other resolutions
  • 3920x2616
  • 2608x1744
ProcessorExpeed 4A
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Optics and focus
Lens mountNikon 1
Optical zoom3.0 x
Magnification (Crop factor)2.7 x
Maximum aperture3.5
AF assist (auto-focus assist light)Lamp
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Contrast autofocusyes
Brightness adjustmentyes
Focal length multiplier2.7x
Autofocus
  • Contrast Detection Auto Focus
  • Face detection
  • Single Auto Focus
  • Tracking Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) lockyes
Auto Focus (AF) points selectionAuto
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamyes
Number of focus points171
Max number of AF points (incl. assistant)105
Image stabiliserLens based only
Filter diameter2.17 in
Phase detection autofocusyes
Number of AF points (contrast)171
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Photography features
Shooting modes
  • Aperture priority
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Shutter priority
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Minimum shutter speed30.0 s
Maximum shutter speed1.0 s
Maximum shutter speed (electronic)1/16000 sec
Shutter priorityyes
Aperture priorityyes
Manual exposure modeyes
Exposure compensation plus3
Exposure compensation minus-3
Expousure compensation steps1/3
Auto exposure lockyes
Continuous shootingyes
Self-timer delay
  • 2
  • 10
Histogramyes
Subject / scene modesyes
Flash sync speed1/60s
Built-in flashyes
Flash range5
Flash modes
  • Auto
  • Soft
Flash metering systemi-TTL
External flashno
Continuous drive60.0 fps
Scene modes
  • Portrait
  • Landscape
Self-timeryes
Metering modes
  • Multi
  • Center-weighted
  • Spot
Manual settingsyes
Self-timer options
  • 2
  • 10
Speed (JPEG)60.0 fps
Speed (RAW)60.0 fps
Exposure bracketing0.3 - 3.0±EV
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Microphone typeStereo
Speaker typeMono
Supported audio file formats
  • AAC
  • PCM
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Dimensions
Weight6.77 oz
Width3.92 in
Height2.36 in
Depth1.12 in
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Power
Power source type
  • Battery
  • USB
Battery life (CIPA)300
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Number of batteries supported1
AC adapter includedyes
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Other features
Timelapse recordingno
GPSno
Orientation sensoryes
Calendaryes
Energy Star certifiedno
Languages supportMulti
Tripod mounting supportedyes
On Screen Display (OSD) languages
  • ARA
  • BUL
  • CHI
  • CHI
  • CZE
  • DAN
  • DEU
  • DUT
  • ENG
  • ESP
  • FIN
  • FRE
  • GRE
  • HUN
  • IND
  • ITA
  • JPN
  • KOR
  • NOR
  • PER
  • POL
  • POR
  • RUM
  • RUS
  • SER
  • SWE
  • THA
  • TUR
  • UKR
  • VIE
Image editing modesRotating
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Image
ISO
  • 160
  • 200
  • 400
  • 800
  • 1600
  • 3200
  • 6400
  • 12800
ISO minimum160
ISO maximum12800
Maximum image resolution5232 x 3488 px
White balance presets7
White balance modes
  • Auto
  • Cloudy
  • Flash
  • Fluorescent
  • Incandescent
  • Shade
  • Underwater
Custom white balanceyes
Supported image file formatsJPG
Photo effectsVivid
Image stabilizeryes
Image stabilization typeNo
Supported aspect ratios
  • 3:2
  • 16:9
Uncompressed formatRAW
HDRyes
AEB/HDR supportyes
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Screen and viewfinder
Screen size3.0 in
Articulated LCDno
Screen technologyLCD TFT
Screen dots1037000
Touch screenyes
Live viewyes
ViewfinderNone
Separate info displayno
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Videography features
Maximum resolution1920 x 1080 px
Video recordingyes
Recording resolutions
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1920 x 1080
HD typeFull HD
Supported video file formats
  • H.264
  • MOV
  • MPEG-4
Camera playback
  • Movie
  • Slide show
Max resolution (highest frame rate)416 x 144
Max frame rate (highest resolution)59.94 fps
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)1200.0 fps
Motion JPEG frame rate60.0 fps
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Design
Body typeMILC
Body materialAluminium
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Orange
  • Silver
  • White
Anti-dust systemno
Environmentally sealedno
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Storage
Compatible memory cards
  • MicroSD
  • MicroSDHC
  • MicroSDXC
Memory slots1
Storage types
  • microSD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Camera file system
  • DCF 2.0
  • DPOF
  • Exif 2.3
  • RAW
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Connectivity
HDMIno
HDMI connector typeMini
USB version2.0
Headphone portno
Microphone portno
WirelessBuilt-In
Supported WiFi types
  • IEEE 802.11b
  • IEEE 802.11g
Remote controlNo
PictBridgeyes
NFCno
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Firewireno

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Nikon 1 J4 Nikon - Editorial Reviews (20)

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Nikon 1 J4 Nikon's 1 J4 has a sleek, futuristic look and a totally outdated interface
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Digital Trends
Published: 28.10.2014
Nikon's 1 J4 has a sleek, futuristic look and a totally outdated interface

Nikon’s 1 J4 mirrorless camera delivers good-quality stills and videos, but the high price, confusing UI, and poor ISO performance didn’t win us over.

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon J4 review
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TechRadar
Published: 11.07.2014
Nikon J4 review
4.0

Small, sleek and fully loaded - Nikon's newest J range camera is a pared-down version of the V3

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4 - Feisty and Fast
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Published: 25.06.2014
Nikon 1 J4 - Feisty and Fast
4.0

Over the years, the Nikon 1 system has matured, and the Nikon 1 J4 is the latest addition to the company's mirrorless lineup. Does an improved AF system, touchscreen and built-in Wi-Fi connectivity make the J4 a worthy upgrade? Find out in our full review.

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4: $600 Point-and-Shoot Pretending to Be a Mirrorless Camera [REVIEW]
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Mashable
Published: 11.10.2014
Nikon 1 J4: $600 Point-and-Shoot Pretending to Be a Mirrorless Camera [REVIEW]

The Nikon 1 J4 is a small, handsome camera with good image quality, but it's not nearly as versatile as what you can get for an extra $100-200 more.

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4 Mirrorless Camera - Small and Speedy
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hardwarezone.com.sg
Published: 25.06.2014
Nikon 1 J4 Mirrorless Camera - Small and Speedy
4.0

The Nikon 1 system is fairly mature by now, and the Nikon 1 J4 is the latest addition to Nikon's mirrorless line-up. Does an improved AF system, touchscreen and built-in Wi-Fi connectivity make the J4 a worthy upgrade? We cover what else is new with this refresh and more after the jump.

Nikon 1 J4 Sneak Peek: Nikon 1 J4 Mirrorless Camera
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Published: 10.04.2014
Sneak Peek: Nikon 1 J4 Mirrorless Camera

Nikon invited us to a sneak peek at the upcoming addition to their Nikon 1 series - the J4, as well as their new do-it-all travel lens, the AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm f3.5-6.3 VR. Check out more details within.

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4 sensor review: Serious entry-level contender?
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DXOMARK
Published: 28.05.2014
Nikon 1 J4 sensor review: Serious entry-level contender?

After the announcement of the flagship Nikon 1 V3 the company revealed a new less expensive model sharing many of the features, including the 18-Mpix CX format (1-inch type) sensor with an improved hybrid AF system including 105 on-chip phase-detection points covering most of the frame, and new Expeed 4 level processor. Read on to find out how well this new model performs.

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4 Review - Steve's Digicams
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Nikon 1 J4 Review - Steve's Digicams

Review posted 09/26/2014Quick TakeProsImage quality in both iAuto and Program modes is excellentHybrid AF is very fast and accurateOutstanding PerformanceHigh res 3.0-inch Touch Screen is easy to see and allows touch screen shootingFull 1080p HD video capture with Slow Motion settingsIncredibly compact;

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4 Review: Super Small and Super Fast
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Tom's Guide
Published: 15.08.2014
Nikon 1 J4 Review: Super Small and Super Fast
3.0

Nikon's 1 J4 is superportable and insanely fast to focus and shoot, but it doesn't shine in low light.

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4 Announced with AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm f3.5-6.3 VR Lens
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Published: 11.04.2014
Nikon 1 J4 Announced with AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm f3.5-6.3 VR Lens

Here's a sneak peek at the upcoming addition to the Nikon 1 series - the J4, as well as the new do-it-all travel lens, the AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm f3.5-6.3 VR. Check out more details within.

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4 Review | Photography Blog
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Published: 11.07.2014
Nikon 1 J4 Review | Photography Blog
4.0

The Nikon 1 J4 is the latest mid-range model in Nikon's compact system camera line-up. The J4 offers 18 megapixels, 20fps burst shooting with continuous autofocusing, Full HD 60p video capture and built-in Wi-Fi connectivity. Read our in-depth Nikon 1 J4 review now...

Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4 Review | Camera Decision
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Camera Decision
Published: 10.04.2014
Nikon 1 J4 Review | Camera Decision
2.8

Nikon 1 J4 is a 18.0MP Entry-Level Mirrorless camera with a 1' sized CMOS sensor and Nikon 1 mount. Read our 1 J4 review to find its pros and cons.

Nikon 1 J4 Entry-Level Mirrorless Camera Roundup (2014)
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Published: 17.12.2014
Entry-Level Mirrorless Camera Roundup (2014)

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Nikon 1 J4 Nikon 1 J4: Digital Photography Review
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Published: 17.12.2014
Nikon 1 J4: Digital Photography Review

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Nikon 1 J4 Nikon J4 Review
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Published: 10.04.2014
Nikon J4 Review

Nikon 1 J4: Does this CSC have the world's fastest continuous shooting with AF tracking? Read our Nikon J4 review to find out!

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