Nikon 1 J1

Compact mirrorless camera with high-speed performance

Nikon 1 J1
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model VVA101

Key Features

SENSOR 10.1 megapixel CX-format CMOS sensor (13.2 x 8.8mm)
PROCESSOR EXPEED 3 image processing engine
AUTOFOCUS Advanced Hybrid AF system with 73 focus points
PHASE DETECTION On-sensor phase detection for fast tracking
VIDEO 1080p Full HD at 60i or 30p
STABILIZATION Lens-based VR (Vibration Reduction) support
BURST RATE Up to 10 fps with AF, 60 fps fixed focus
VIEWFINDER None (LCD only)
DISPLAY 3.0-inch TFT LCD with 460k dots
CONNECTIVITY USB 2.0, Mini HDMI (Type C)
MEMORY CARD Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot
WEATHER SEALING None; aluminum alloy body construction
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 230 shots per charge (EN-EL20)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon 1 J1

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ~ Limited Via menu
Dedicated ISO Button ✗ Not Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✗ Not Present
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✗ Not Present
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✗ Not Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Nikon 1 J1

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Nikon 1 J1 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

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Technical Specification

Sensor CX-format CMOS
Resolution 10.1 Megapixels
ISO Range 100-3200 (expandable to 6400)
Autofocus Hybrid Phase/Contrast Detection
Shutter Speed 1/16000 to 30s
Burst Rate 60 fps
Video 1080p 60i/30p
Stabilization Lens-based VR
Viewfinder None
LCD 3.0-inch fixed
Memory Card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity USB 2.0, HDMI
Battery Life 230 shots
Weight 234g
Dimensions 106 x 61 x 30 mm