For a first-generation model, the J1 has a lot to commend it, not least its attractive and stylish design and outstanding autofocus system, but it is also beset by several problems. The handling is awkward, and the control interface does its best to conc...
With solid construction and attractive styling, plus a very appealing range of video shooting modes, the Nikon 1 J1 brings something new to the mirrorless compact camp. The camera itself is less convincing and we’d sooner take the lighter and simpler O...
Superb photo quality and exceptional shooting speeds,
A rather underwhelming flash unit.
The Nikon 1 J1 stakes its claim to be one of the finest compact system cameras on the market, thanks to the exceptional photo quality, ultra-fast AF and continuous shooting. This is all with fascinating ways to capture that special moment. ...
The Nikon 1 system feels very different to the other compact system cameras, and although the J1 and V1 are undoubtedly sophisticated cameras that will have their place in the market, neither model really seems to meet the demands of the advanced photogra...
The V1 and J1 are both impressive cameras in their own right, but I’d opt for the V1 every time. I love the Soviet-esque styling of the camera, and the extra features such as mechanical shutter provide additional functionality. The EVF is handy in br...
Fast and responsive; doublezoom kit offers great framing options; small camera body,
More expensive than the betterestablished competition; system can't be expanded in the way the more expensive V1 can,
A high-quality ‘bridge' camera but a relatively expensive one ...
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Published: 2011-12-02, Author: Vincent , review by: digitalversus.com
Picture quality up to 1600 ISO, Excellent video mode with slowmotion functions, Builtin flash (unlike the V1), Good LCD, Generally responsive
No swivel screen or touchscreen, No sweep panorama, Video record button doesn't work in photo mode, Not many lenses to choose from yet, No builtin help function in the menus
The Nikon 1 J1 is built with sound technology that delivers good picture quality, responsiveness and great video. Although the new features Nikon seems intent on plugging in the J1 turned out to be a little disappointing, in its standard Auto mode, this c...
Thanks to its interchangeable lenses and fast processing, the J1 is capable of taking the kind of shots that simply aren’t possible on a regular compact camera. It’s extremely fast and very easy to use. The multipoint autofocus is extremely quick and ...
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 ...
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
By keeping the resolution fairly low, Nikon has given the Nikon 1 J1's pixels room to breathe. The result is perfect exposures and great low-light performance. The compact 1 Nikkor lens system delivers zooms to match bulky dSLR rivals....
