Best Rating Nikon 1 J1 Compact System Camera – Black (10-30mm Lens Kit, 10MP) 3 inch LCD Screen – Review & Rating
- Including Charger, Lithium battery
- The Nikon 1 J1 Digital Camera is a 10.1-megapixel camera that offers still image and video recording without compromise. You can capture full-resolution photos up to 60fps with fixed-point AF even during a fast continuous shot.
- You can bring your stills to life with the motion snapshot, which harnesses the camera’s processing speed to simultaneously shoot a still image.
- Then it instantly combines the two to create a ‘living image’ and capture like never before! The Nikon 1 J1 also boasts a smart photo select mode which uses pre-post capture technology to shoot 20 high-resolution images before and after you release the sh
- It will save the ‘best’ five images based on composition and focus.You can shoot full HD movies at 60 and 30 fps and shoot in slow motion with the advance movie recording.
1 J1 in black + 10-30 mm Lens Including Charger, Lithium battery (Ref: VVA151K001)The Nikon 1 J1 Digital Camera is a 10.1-megapixel camera that offers still image and video recording without compromise.
You can capture full-resolution photos up to 60fps with fixed-point AF even during a fast continuous shot. You can bring your stills to life with the motion snapshot, which harnesses the camera’s processing speed to simultaneously shoot a still image. Then it instantly combines the
List Price: £549.99
DSLR buddy,
I already own Nikon D700 and D3 with pro lens, but I have always wanted the portability and quality which you cannot get always. It’s not always convenient to carry big weighty kit at small family functions or a quick snap moment.
When Nikon announced this new ‘revolutionary’ camera I was waiting in anticipation. The reviews has been mixed and when you go to any store, the sales people are not always up to speed with the camera. The highlight stats which are the obvious ones stand out such as the super fast shutter 60fps and the worlds fastest auto focus.
The most obvious thing you will notice is the lack of buttons like you get with other interchangeable lens cameras and also the weight. The build quality is first class and feels more like a Leica than a £500 camera. It feels more solid and sturdy than most DSLR’s at this price bracket. All the buttons have a reassuring feel and quality to it.
After using this camera for a couple of months and using it in situations where I would have pulled the big Nikons, I am delighted with the results. Tricky low light situations are handled brilliantly. Indoor photos are clear, well balanced and if fill-in flash required, the balance of the picture is superb. No over powering flash or darkened backdrop. Night shots are easily handled without tripod. The Auto ISO adjusts the sensitivity with shutter speed, and the continuous shutter and you get a sharp handheld night shot. I used this for the Christmas lights on the streets. Easy Peezy!
The sensor size 10MP is more than you will need. Sensor crop at 2.7 sounds like you may have issues with noise, but I hve used the camera in the dark and poorly lit indoor situations with high ISO (>800) and the noise is not very noticeable unless you zoom to the pixel – but even low cost (<£1000) DSLR suffer from this. If you want low noise in tricky situations then the pro Nikon’s are made to handle these.
I also like using my camera for capturing sports events or club photos. Until now, I had to rely on my SLR. Now I can use the Nikon J1. The speed of the shutter is quite remarkable. You can easily capture action without the pro kit.
I am also impressed with the white balance. The tricky white balance is a nightmare with most cameras even with my pro Nikon kit. I have noticed the White balance is very good even at auto. Post production software like Lightroom or Elements can easily adjust to the correct white balance, the Nikon data allows this easy accurate correction. I have compared this to my Pro Nikons and the J1 certainly matches these. I have used a variety of cameras and very few have surprised me or impressed like the Nikon J1.
The colours are incredible. There are choices within the camera setting to increase the vibrancy of the colours or have a more neutral balance. Another great function is the Active D Light. This adjusts the image and improves the overall balance of the light of the image. Both these functions are off the pro kit.
Regarding the function and operation. I can see why now Nikon have decided to take away all the functional button. They have made a camera very simple to use – like a point and shoot, but delivering pro level quality without the photographers input on settings. Some people may find this dumbed down photography, but if you want simple point and shoot and results then this delivers in abundance. If you need to and want to take more control, then you can access all the PASM modes via simple menu. All the functions are there very quickly. Metering, WB, Shoot Mode, Focus Mode, etc.
I bought the 10mm 2.8 lens with this camera – its fast and sharp.
I have not mentioned video yet – yes it is HD and full HD – it tracks, focuses and you can get zoom video lens with focus. What more can I say? I am more of a photographer than a videographer, but it does what it says.
The killer part for me, is the ability to use all my F Mount Nikon lenses with an optional adapter. What is truly unbelievable is, i do not lose any F stops by using an adapter. Therefore I can now use my 70-200mm f2.8 lens, with the converter I now get 189-540mm f2.8 lens!!! If I paid for a 500mm f2.8 lens it would cost me over £6000. I can now use this during my F1 days and use the super fast shutter speed to get some incredible images. Even wildlife photographers will be delights. Turn off the shutter sound and leave to electronic, you can be a sniper!
Lastly – Why J1 and V1? I too was undecided and confused. There is very little between the two. Personally the J1 fits my bill and V1 is too expensive for the extra (but small) functions for me. The EVF, Hot show (you will need additional flash) sharper screen, mechanical shutter – i think thats it. Also I think the V1 was designed for the additional accessories for video functions (boom mic).
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|Professional results, by amateur photographer,
I have to start by saying, that given how pricey this camera is, inclusion of memory card should be standard. So make sure you read the spec and order a compatible memory card at same time as ordering this camera, because if you don’t have one already then you’ll end up with a non working unit, until you get the memory card.
Apart from that, if you want a good variable zoom camera with professional results, but pretty much point and click functionality then you should consider this package seriously. Of course you could spend a lot less and get a reasonable compact zoom camera, but the advantage of this one is that you can also buy additional lenses for the sort of photography you want to do. So in a way, it’s advantage is what you can buy in addition. In that respect it is a compact and digital version of the very big and complex camera kits people used to buy for film photography.
The camera is actually surprisingly weighty considering it’s small size. It does feel very substantial and good quality as a result though. When putting the different parts together, you do get satisfying clicks when things are in place.
The inclusion of a wall socket rapid charger for the included battery is extremely useful
A multitude of functions and methods of taking photos are so varied & numerous, so check out the extensive spec and functionality to make sure you aren’t buying something with more functions than you will ever need. My favourite added features include the continuous rapid image capture (which is great for motion photography) and also the very high quality video shooting.
Set up and transfer to various media and locations (eg your computer or Smart TV) is fast and easy.
The instructions are easy to follow. You can get going pretty soon after the battery is fully charged. You can take straightforward still images with the auto focus, adjustment default setting. They look great. Don’t worry about wobbly hands either.
The flash is very neat indeed. It’s quite a smart design feature the way it pops up, like a little periscope, and very very effective.
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|A stylish beginner-friendly camera,
I would like to begin this review by pointing out that I am a compact camera user. I have only dabbled with D-SLR cameras so I don’t have enough knowledge to compare a compact system camera with a D-SLR. I am reviewing this from the perspective of a compact camera user who wants to upgrade to a slightly better camera.
The first thing I noticed about this camera is that it is very stylish. I also found it easy to use, although it will take time for me to learn about all the different options (I am sure I wasn’t always making the best of the different settings when taking photos). If you are reasonably confident with technology you can pretty much start taking pictures without even referring to the instructions. There aren’t many buttons on the camera as you control most things via the menu. I don’t mind this, but some people may find this off-putting.
I was very happy with the photos the camera produced. I did feel that the camera settings helped me produce better pictures. I did try the camera out in a variety of settings, but probably didn’t push it to the limit. Once I had got the hang of using the camera I did find that it was very fast and responsive.
One thing I particularly liked about this camera was the size. I have small hands and find many SLRs difficult to hold, but the J1 was perfect for me. It’s not quite small enough to put in your pocket, but it will certainly fit in a small bag with no problem. It is quite heavy, but it is a very well made and sturdy camera.
I would certainly recommend this camera to anyone. It is not cheap so a potential buyer needs to consider whether a beginner’s D-SLR would be more appropriate for their needs. I personally wanted a camera where I had a bit more control over the settings and the option to change lenses, but I still basically wanted a point and shoot. This camera therefore suits me perfectly.
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