Generally good build quality, Easy to use, Fun Motion Snapshot mode, 60fps shooting, Good image quality
Sensor is smaller than most other CSCs, Exposure changed via menu, Flimsy multi control dial, Image quality can't match Micro Four Thirds cameras'
Nikon's announcement of its 1 system wasn't met with approval all round. Some Nikon users are disappointed by the company's decision to use a relatively small sensor, while others were hoping for something directed more squarely at enthusiast photographer...
Can the cheaper of Nikon's compact system cameras make a splash on the mirrorless market? ...
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Published: 2011-09-26, Author: Lori , review by: cnet.com.au
The Nikon 1 J1 delivers excellent video and low-ISO photo quality, plus some aspects of the camera's performance lead its class
The CX lens system drops manual focus rings on the lenses; you can't use flash above 1/60 sec; and there's no option for an EVF
The Nikon 1 J1 is a fine camera, but there's nothing here that screams out "buy it" over similar competitors. It's also on the expensive side for a point-and-shoot upgrader, but has drawbacks for the more advanced user....
Tools JX Error: Definition with ID 143 does not exist.See our list of tested cameras to compare the performance of this camera with other cameras.ProsConsgood electronic viewfinderfast (hybrid) autofocussilent elektronic shutterup to 60...
Rear LCD is hard to see; no viewfinder Share & EnjoyShareTweet Author: Laurie Excell Laurie spent the first 25 years of her career in photographic sales helping pros and hobbyists alike decide which photographic equipment best suited their needs. All the while, she was an avid photographer. In 2000 she left sales to become a full-time professional wildlife and nature photographer. She has been
After much anticipation by fans, Nikon finally entered the EVIL or ILC race with two models in 2011; the Nikon 1 J1 and V1. The J1 is a stylish, powerful, yet easy to use camera that boasts some appealing features and abilities. For starters, the J1 sp...
Abstract: 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 ...
Abstract: Video Review: The Nikon 1 J1 camera gives you the ability to take great pictures without dragging around an DSLR. With features like a high resolution 3" screen, 12 megapixel image sensor and the world's fastest auto-focus, this camera may be worth the...
