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Nikon 1 J1

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User ratings:
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4.3 out of 5
46 user ratings
5 stars
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4 stars
34 %
3 stars
15 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.4 / 5
Editorial reviews:
35
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3.7 out of 5
14 user ratings
5 stars
21 %
4 stars
50 %
3 stars
28 %
2 stars
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Pros

  • make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images
  • solid and well-built
  • Highly compact and portable

Cons

  • lacks a built-in flash - places its AF mode
  • lack a traditional exposure mode dial
  • Nikon friends unreliability of parts and expensive repair

Key specs

  • CMOS
  • 13.2x8.8 mm
  • 10 Mpx
  • 3872, 2592 px
  • Nikon 1
  • 3.5
  • Centre weighted Auto Focus
  • 3.0 in
  • no

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Nikon 1 J1 - Pros & Cons

Nikon 1 J1

Pros

  • make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images
  • solid and well-built
  • Highly compact and portable
  • the build quality of it is good as well
  • autofocus quicker as well as be accurate
  • The build quality of the lens is really good and it feels sturdy too
  • The style factor
  • attractive features and great performances definitely
  • focusing of this camera is really quick which is a great feature of this camera
  • funky
  • stylish and chic

Cons

  • lacks a built-in flash - places its AF mode
  • lack a traditional exposure mode dial
  • Nikon friends unreliability of parts and expensive repair
  • it shoots lower-resolution video than all of the others
  • it did not feature a dedicated mode dial for modes
  • image quality will not be as good
  • the camera is quite small when attached to a lens
  • the camera does not feature the EVF
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Nikon 1 J1 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
3 in
Best:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Screen size: 6.7 in
IconISO maximum
6400
Best:
Pentax KP
ISO maximum: 819200
IconEffective pixels
10 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
3872 x 2592 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Nikon 1 J1 - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Sensor size0.52 in
Sensor photo detectors12.0 Mpx
Effective pixels10.0 Mpx
Image ratio w:h
  • 3:2
  • 16:9
Max resolution3872 x 2592 px
Other resolutions
  • 3840x2160
  • 2896x1944
  • 1936x1296
ProcessorExpeed 3
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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
Autofocus in recording modeyes
Focal length multiplier2.7x
AutofocusCentre weighted Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) lockyes
Manual focusyes
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamyes
Number of focus points135
Max number of AF points (incl. assistant)73
Image stabiliserLens based only
Filter diameter1.59 in
Phase detection autofocusyes
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Photography features
Shooting modesAuto
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 plus5
Exposure compensation minus-3
Expousure compensation steps1/3
Auto exposure lockyes
Continuous shootingyes
Self-timer delay
  • 2
  • 5
  • 10
Histogramyes
WB BracketingNo
Subject / scene modesyes
Flash sync speed1/60s
Built-in flashyes
Flash range5
Flash modes
  • Fill-in
  • Redeye Reduction
  • Slow Sync
Flash metering systemi-TTL
Continuous drive10.0 fps
Scene modes
  • Portrait
  • Landscape
Self-timeryes
Metering modes
  • Multi
  • Center-weighted
  • Spot
Manual settingsyes
Speed (JPEG)60.0 fps
Speed (RAW)4.4 fps
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Microphone typeStereo
Voice recordingyes
Audio systemStereo
Supported audio file formatsAAC
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Dimensions
Weight8.25 oz
Width4.17 in
Height2.4 in
Depth1.17 in
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Power
Power source type
  • AC
  • Battery
Battery life (CIPA)220
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Number of batteries supported1
AC adapter includedyes
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Other features
Timelapse recordingyes
GPSyes
Electronic compassno
Barometerno
Altimeterno
Calendaryes
Album organizationyes
Energy Star certifiedno
Languages support
  • ARA
  • CHI
  • CHI
  • CZE
  • DAN
  • DEU
  • DUT
  • ENG
  • ESP
  • FIN
  • FRE
  • GRE
  • HUN
  • ITA
  • JPN
  • KOR
  • NOR
  • POL
  • POR
  • RUM
  • RUS
  • SWE
  • THA
  • TUR
  • UKR
Tripod mounting supportedyes
On Screen Display (OSD) languages
  • ARA
  • CHI
  • CHI
  • CZE
  • DAN
  • DEU
  • DUT
  • ENG
  • ESP
  • FIN
  • FRE
  • GRE
  • HUN
  • ITA
  • JPN
  • KOR
  • NOR
  • POL
  • POR
  • RUM
  • RUS
  • SWE
  • THA
  • TUR
  • UKR
Image editing modesRotating
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Image
ISO
  • 100
  • 400
  • 800
  • 3200
  • 6400
ISO minimum100
ISO maximum6400
Boosted ISO maximum6400
Maximum image resolution3872 x 2592 px
White balance presets6
White balance modes
  • Auto
  • Cloudy
  • Daylight
  • Flash
  • Fluorescent
  • Incandescent
  • Manual
  • Shade
  • Sunny
  • Tungsten
Custom white balanceyes
Supported image file formats
  • JPEG XR
  • RAW
Photo effects
  • Black&White
  • Neutral
  • Vivid
Image stabilizeryes
Supported aspect ratios
  • 3:2
  • 16:9
Uncompressed formatRAW
AEB/HDR supportno
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Screen and viewfinder
Screen size3.0 in
Articulated LCDno
Screen technologyLCD
Screen dots460000
Touch screenno
Field of view100.0 %
Live viewyes
ViewfinderElectronic
Separate info displayno
Second displayno
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Videography features
Maximum resolution1920 x 1080 px
Video recordingyes
Recording resolutions
  • 320 x 240
  • 640 x 480
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1920 x 1080
HD typeFull HD
Supported video file formats
  • H.264
  • MOV
  • MPEG-4
Camera playback
  • Movie
  • Single image
  • Slide show
  • Thumbnails
Max resolution (highest frame rate)1920 x 1080
Max frame rate (highest resolution)30.0 fps
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)1200.0 fps
Motion JPEG frame rate30.0 fps
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Design
Body typeSLR
Body materialAluminium
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Red
  • Silver
  • White
Anti-dust systemyes
Environmentally sealedno
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Storage
Internal storage8000.0 mB
Compatible memory cards
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Memory slots1
Storage types
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Camera file system
  • DCF 2.0
  • DPOF 1.1
  • Exif 2.3
  • RAW
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Connectivity
HDMIyes
HDMI ports quantity1
HDMI connector typeMini
USB version2.0
DC-in jackyes
Remote controlyes
PictBridgeyes
NFCno
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
Bluetoothno
Firewireno

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Nikon 1 J1 Nikon - Editorial Reviews (35)

3.7
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Nikon 1 J1 Nikon J1 Digital Camera Review
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Published: 04.10.2011
Nikon J1 Digital Camera Review

The J1 is Nikon's first foray into the world of mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras.

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 J1 review
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Expert Reviews
Published: 05.11.2011
Nikon 1 J1 review
4.0

A gorgeous design and stunning videos are the highlights, but photo quality is up to scratch too. Despite some reservations, this is an excellent debut for the Nikon 1 system

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 J1
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Pocket-lint
Published: 24.10.2011
Nikon 1 J1
4.0

The Nikon 1 J1 is a more affordable alternative to the V1 and is as bold and brave a step by Nikon into the compact, mirrorless system camera market.

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 V1 / J1 Review
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DPReview
Published: 20.01.2012
Nikon 1 V1 / J1 Review
3.5

Nikon's entry into the mirrorless interchangeable lens market late last year was widely anticipated, but the products that were finally announced took a lot of people by surprise. Nikon has created an entirely new system based around a relatively small sensor, that's about 30% of the size of those used in the company's DX-format SLRs. The system is spearheaded by two cameras - the Nikon 1 J1 and 1 V1. The J1 is the entry-level model, and the V1 is aimed at a slightly more advanced user, but both cameras are intended essentially for beginners upgrading from compact cameras or cameraphones, and who find the size and complexity of a DSLR intimidating.

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon J1 Review
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Published: 23.09.2011
Nikon J1 Review

Nikon's new J1 is among the smallest interchangeable lens cameras yet, but it is not meant for enthusiasts.

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 J1 Review | Digital Trends
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Digital Trends
Published: 23.12.2011
Nikon 1 J1 Review | Digital Trends

Review: The Nikon 1 J1 predictably outperforms point-and-shoot competitors, but can’t best similar cameras from Olympus and Sony.

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 J1 Review - Photography Life
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Nikon 1 J1 Review - Photography Life
Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 J1 Camera: A New CSC Format, And A New Line For Nikon
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Shutterbug
Published: 09.04.2012
Nikon 1 J1 Camera: A New CSC Format, And A New Line For Nikon

The diminutive Nikon 1 series of cameras, including the J1 reviewed here and the coming V1, introduces the new CX-format CMOS sensor to the interchangeable lens, mirrorless camera field, which we dub Compact System Cameras. The sensor is smaller than APS-C and Micro Four Thirds sensors, coming in at a 2.7x multiplication factor using standard 35mm focal length designations. The 10.1-megapixel sensor has a native speed of ISO 100, with speeds up to 3200, and 6400 with a 1 EV push.

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 J1 Review | Photography Blog
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photographyblog.com
Published: 18.10.2011
Nikon 1 J1 Review | Photography Blog
4.0

The Nikon 1 J1 is the junior member of Nikon's new range of compact system cameras, featuring a smaller and lighter body at a cheaper price than the V1 model. Based around the same "CX" format sensor, the Nikon J1 is still all about pure speed, with fast auto-focusing and up to 60fps continuous shooting. The J1 also offers a built-in pop-up flash, 3 inch LCD screen, full HD video, and a range of innovative modes like Smart Photo Selector and Motion Snapshot. Read our in-depth Nikon 1 J1 review.

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 J1 Review
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Tech2
Published: 23.04.2012
Nikon 1 J1 Review

With the announcement of the Nikon 1 series of cameras, Nikon had stepped into a segment of cameras they had not ventured in before, the compact system camera

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 J1 review: Quality in a Sexy Package (Video)
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TechnoBuffalo
Published: 07.01.2012
Nikon 1 J1 review: Quality in a Sexy Package (Video)

Nikon arrived a bit later to the Mirrorless party with the Nikon 1 V1 and Nikon 1 J1 compact interchangeable lens cameras. What sets both mirrorless cams apart from the Micro Four Thirds crowd (pioneered by Olympus and Panasonic) is that they both feature a brand new sensor size: the 1-inch CX type sensor. Hence the name Nikon 1. The Nikon 1-inch CX sensor is slightly smaller than the...

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon J1
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Nikon J1

Nikon's first compact interchangeable lens camera, the J1, is capable of capturing sharp images at incredible speeds in a body that's much smaller than a D-SLR. Its autofocus is extremely quick and accurate, and the included lens delivers consistently sharp results.

Nikon 1 J1 The Best Affordable Pro Compact Camera
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Gizmodo
Published: 04.01.2012
The Best Affordable Pro Compact Camera

You're ready for a camera upgrade. You've outgrown the best point-and-shoot cameras, but a DSLR is a little excessive. Luckily for you, there's a middle ground. Mirrorless, interchangeable lens cameras—even affordable ones—are getting really, really good.

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 Series J1 And V1 Sample Photos
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Nikon 1 Series J1 And V1 Sample Photos

Joshua Waller travels to Shanghai, China with the new Nikon V1 and J1 cameras, here are some of his best shots.

Nikon 1 J1 Nikon 1 J1 with 10-30mm lens
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CNET
Published: 26.09.2011
Nikon 1 J1 with 10-30mm lens

Nikon 1 J1 with 10-30mm lens

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