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Nikon 1 J5

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3 stars
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3.8 out of 5
11 user ratings
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Pros

  • decent and entirely adequate
  • it actually makes changing lenses quicker and easier
  • it has a really awesome party trick

Cons

  • the lenses do not feature a VR switch
  • this 15 second movie is 82Mb in size
  • Noise is kept to a minimum

Key specs

  • CMOS
  • CX
  • 13.2x8.8 mm
  • 21 Mpx
  • 5568, 3712 px
  • Nikon 1
  • 4
  • Continuous Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
  • 3 in
  • no

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Nikon 1 J5 - Pros & Cons

Nikon 1 J5

Pros

  • decent and entirely adequate
  • it actually makes changing lenses quicker and easier
  • it has a really awesome party trick
  • mix of performance
  • price
  • and portability
  • fine and well for casual shooters
  • compact
  • handles better than its predecessors
  • J5 maintains with its shots is admirable
  • color saturation of the test chart is nearly perfect

Cons

  • the lenses do not feature a VR switch
  • this 15 second movie is 82Mb in size
  • Noise is kept to a minimum
  • blues and reds in particular are pushed way too far with the default settings
  • This kit will distort the edges of you photos
  • it only offers 12-bit RAW files
  • not great for video and its wireless image transfer is slow
  • it lacks a full frame sensor and professional level durability
  • DSLR Cameras To Crop or Not to Crop
  • it cannot shoot in 4k)
  • It lacks some of the bells and whistles of more expensive cameras

Nikon 1 J5 - 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
21 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
5568 x 3712 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Nikon 1 J5 - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Image sensor formatCX
Sensor size0.52 in
Sensor photo detectors23.0 Mpx
Effective pixels21.0 Mpx
Image ratio w:h3:2
Max resolution5568 x 3712 px
Other resolutions
  • 4176x2784
  • 2784x1856
ProcessorExpeed 5A
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Optics and focus
Lens mountNikon 1
Optical zoom3.0 x
Magnification (Crop factor)2.7 x
Minimum aperture3.5
Maximum aperture4
AF assist (auto-focus assist light)Lamp
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Contrast autofocusyes
Brightness adjustmentyes
Focal length multiplier2.7x
Autofocus
  • Continuous Auto Focus
  • Servo Auto Focus
  • Single Auto Focus
  • Tracking Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) lockyes
Manual focusyes
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamyes
Number of focus points105
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
  • Movie
  • Program
  • 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
  • Fill-in
  • Flash OFF
  • Redeye Reduction
  • Second-curtain Sync
  • Slow Sync
External flash connectionHot shoe
Flash metering systemi-TTL
External flashno
Continuous drive60.0 fps
Scene modes
  • Close-up
  • Night landscape
  • Night portrait
  • 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
Voice recordingyes
Supported audio file formats
  • AAC
  • PCM
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Dimensions
Weight8.15 oz
Width3.87 in
Height2.35 in
Depth1.24 in
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Power
Power source typeBattery
Battery life (CIPA)250
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Battery capacity1030.0 mAh
Battery level indicatoryes
Battery voltage7.4 V
Number of batteries supported1
AC adapter includedY
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Other features
Timelapse recordingyes
GPSno
Orientation sensoryes
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
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Image
ISO
  • 160
  • 12800
ISO minimum160
ISO maximum12800
Maximum image resolution5568 x 3712 px
White balance presets6
White balance modes
  • Auto
  • Cloudy
  • Direct sunlight
  • Flash
  • Fluorescent
  • Incandescent
  • Manual
  • Shade
Custom white balanceyes
Supported image file formats
  • JPG
  • NEF
  • RAW
Photo effects
  • Black&White
  • Neutral
  • Vivid
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 LCDyes
Screen technologyLCD TFT
Screen dots1037000
Touch screenno
Live viewyes
ViewfinderNone
Separate info displayno
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Videography features
Maximum resolution3840 x 2160 px
Video recordingyes
Recording resolutions
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1280 x 960
  • 1920 x 1080
  • 3840 x 2160
HD type4K Ultra HD
Supported video file formats
  • H.264
  • MOV
  • MPEG-4
Camera playback
  • Movie
  • Single image
  • Slide show
Video recording limit60.0 min.
Max resolution (highest frame rate)400 x 144
Max frame rate (highest resolution)15.0 fps
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)1200.0 fps
Motion JPEG frame rate60.0 fps
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Design
Body typeMILC
Body materialAluminum-magnesium
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Silver
  • White
Anti-dust systemyes
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
  • Exif 2.3
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Connectivity
HDMIyes
HDMI connector typeMicro
USB portyes
USB version3.1
Headphone portno
Microphone portno
WirelessBuilt-In
Supported WiFi types
  • IEEE 802.11b
  • IEEE 802.11g
Remote controlyes
PictBridgeyes
NFCyes
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Firewireno

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Nikon 1 J5 Nikon - Editorial Reviews (27)

3.8
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Nikon 1 J5 The best mirrorless camera you can buy for $1,000
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The Verge
Published: 15.09.2015
The best mirrorless camera you can buy for $1,000
4.4

Your phone's got nothing on these

Nikon 1 J5 Nikon J5 review
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Expert Reviews
Published: 09.07.2015
Nikon J5 review
3.0

More rounded than previous designs, but the Nikon J5 lacks a compelling reason to choose it over the competition

Nikon 1 J5 Nikon 1 J5 Digital Camera Review
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Reviewed Cameras
Published: 05.08.2015
Nikon 1 J5 Digital Camera Review

Sometimes it's what's on the outside that counts.

Nikon 1 J5 2015 Roundup: Interchangeable Lens Cameras around $500
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Published: 03.11.2015
2015 Roundup: Interchangeable Lens Cameras around $500

Interchangeable lens cameras come in all kinds of different shapes, sizes and prices, from the very reasonable to the eye-wateringly expensive. The around or less than $500 category is a place most first-time ILC buyers will likely find themselves. If you're considering an ILC in this category, you might be stepping up from a compact, or perhaps even your smartphone. Whatever the reason, there are plenty of excellent options for around or less than $500 that should satisfy the needs of many. Find out our best bets for the category. Read more

Nikon 1 J5 Nikon J5 Review - Conclusion
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Imaging Resource
Published: 02.04.2015
Nikon J5 Review - Conclusion

Nikon J5 Review - J5 Conclusion

Nikon 1 J5 Nikon 1 J5 Camera Review: Mini Mirrorless Done Right
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Tom's Guide
Published: 28.07.2015
Nikon 1 J5 Camera Review: Mini Mirrorless Done Right
4.0

Thanks to a new sensor and processor, the J5 is a very competitive mirrorless camera that's priced just right.

Nikon 1 J5 Nikon 1 J5 4K Camera Review
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Published: 22.06.2017
Nikon 1 J5 4K Camera Review

Nikon 1 J5 is the successor to the Nikon's J4 model and the upgrades introduced with this model go far beyond the visual appearance of the camera.

Nikon 1 J5 Nikon 1 J5 Review | Photography Blog
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Published: 29.04.2015
Nikon 1 J5 Review | Photography Blog
4.5

Expert review of the Nikon 1 J5 compact system camera with sample photos, test shots, videos and more.

Nikon 1 J5 The 10 Best Mirrorless Cameras of 2020
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The 10 Best Mirrorless Cameras of 2020

The best mirrorless cameras are lightweight, compact, and give the DSLR a run for its money. We test the best from Sony, Nikon, Panasonic, and more.

Nikon 1 J5 Best cameras under $500
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DPReview
Published: 16.07.2020
Best cameras under $500

What's the best camera for under $500? These entry-level cameras should be easy to use, offer good image quality and easily connect with a smartphone for sharing. In this buying guide we've rounded up all the current interchangeable lens cameras costing less than $500 and recommended the best.

Nikon 1 J5 2017 Roundup: Interchangeable Lens Cameras around $500
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DPReview
Published: 12.05.2017
2017 Roundup: Interchangeable Lens Cameras around $500

While they don't necessarily grab the headlines, one thing is for certain: entry-level interchangeable lens cameras sell by the truckload. In our latest roundup we'll pick out the best options for those wanting to spend around $500. Read more

Nikon 1 J5 Nikon 1 J5 sensor review: Performance breakthrough
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Published: 07.07.2015
Nikon 1 J5 sensor review: Performance breakthrough

The Nikon 1 J5 is the latest iteration of the 1-series mirrorless J-range models aimed at what the maker calls “everyday” users. Read on to find out how well the sensor in this new model performs.

Nikon 1 J5 Nikon 1 J5 Mirrorless Camera Review
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Published: 05.06.2015
Nikon 1 J5 Mirrorless Camera Review

  Nikon's newest CSC camera is the Nikon 1 J5. It's the first model of the Nikon 1 series with a 20MP sensor. The camera is very compact, has a large touchscreen LCD but no electronic viewfinder. The Nikon J5 allows the user to record 4K video.

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Nikon 1 J5 Review: Usability, Ergonomics, Design

Nikon 1 J5 Nikon 1 J5 review
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Published: 07.05.2015
Nikon 1 J5 review
4.5

A retro design and a rethought mode dial widens the appeal of Nikon's J-series CSC

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