Nikon 1 J1
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The Nikon 1 J1 represents Nikon's first foray into the mirrorless camera market, alongside the similarly specified Nikon 1 V1. The J1 features a 10MP 1" CMOS sensor and hybrid autofocus, combining both phase and contrast detection technologies. Full resolution burst shooting is available at 60 frames per second. The J1 offers a built-in flash rather than an accessory port for an external flash, and J1 users will rely solely on a 3.0 inch, 460,000 dot LCD for image composition. Other features geared toward the beginning photographer are available, including Motion Snapshot mode, which automatically captures short slow-motion video clips each time an photo is taken, compiling them into a single video file put to music.
| Body type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 |
| Effective pixels | 10 megapixels |
| Sensor size | 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Lens mount | Nikon 1 |
| Focal length mult. | 2.7× |
| Articulated LCD | No |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 460,000 |
| Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz) |
| Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.18″) |
| GPS | None |
The J1 will reward point-and-shoot upgraders with a noticeable bump in image quality, but it often fails to deliver acceptable results in lower-light settings when operated in its fully automated mode.
Good for: Compact camera upgraders who prefer an uncomplicated control layout
Not so good for: Users who want a pocketable camera that will allow them to easily take control of camera settings as they gain experience
02:30 (23 Oct, 2011)
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