Do you think Nikon could challenge the X system with something like this (pix)?

Because the J1 is for serious photographers? /sarcasm

I think the issue is a certain group of people were hoping for an advanced mirrorless system from Nikon initially, and got the J1/V1 instead.

I think both Nikon and Canon might have missed the mirrorless boat.  Just look at the popularity of Canon adapters on the NEX system.  I think it is not too late for them, but people have already started hitting other brands and there is risk there for them to lose a lot of market share to other companies (not today or tomorrow, but two or three years from now).

Eric

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