Abstract: Nikon 1 J1 CameraThe new Nikon 1 J1 is a compact system camera that features a 10.1-megapixel CX-format high-speed AF CMOS sensor. It has a dual core image processor and an advanced hybrid autofocus system that provides the user with fast AF with 73 ...
Abstract: 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...
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Published: 2012-01-04, Author: Philip , review by: popphoto.com
Abstract: Nikon bets smaller is better in ILC sensorsWhat's Hot: Sleek look; Low noise for a small sensor. What's Not: Low pixel count limits resolving power. Who it's For Casual shooters who appreciate style and ease of use and want swappable lenses.Also See: Came...
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Published: 2012-01-04, Author: Mario , review by: gizmodo.com
Abstract: 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's first mirrorless camera, Quality images in good light, solid videos, Digital noise well under control
Photos not as good as competitors, Limited selection of lenses, Dated menu system
Although the Nikon 1 J1 has a lot of pluses, we feel the negatives (and the competition) make it difficult to recommend unreservedly. It’s a good, but not great, camera. ...
Abstract: Like the Nikon 1 V1, the 10.1Mp J1 has a CX-format sensor, which at 13.2×8.8mm is smaller than an APS-C-sized sensor and it results in a 2.7x focal length magnification factor. This enables the camera to be made much smaller than an SLR.As the entry-level...
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Published: 2011-10-27, Author: David , review by: theverge.com
Good-looking, Very fast focusing and shooting, Multiple available lenses
Sensor is more point-and-shoot than DSLR, Way too expensive, Terrible low-light image quality
Small size, Build quality, Impressive image quality at most settings
Poor battery life, Manual controls buried, Some missing features
Nikon's innovative CSC debut takes the growing convergence between still and video capture to the next level. The J1's minimalist design may not be to everyone's taste but its size and simplicity, along with its blistering speed, should chime with its ...
The Nikon 1 J1 offers most of the key features of its more expensive and bigger, the V1 model, in a smaller, lighter and cheaper package that is even more clearly targeted at people upgrading from a compact. It also shares the same idiosyncracies, how...
The Nikon 1 J1 is a good camera in a lot of ways. Great image and video quality and some solid optics make it easy to give it a favorable review, but it's not a must-have for enthusiasts and Nikon fans.
