Nikon 1 J5

Compact mirrorless speed with 4K video capabilities

Nikon 1 J5
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model VVA231AE

Key Features

SENSOR 1-inch CX-format CMOS sensor, 20.8 megapixels
PROCESSOR EXPEED 5A image processor for high-speed performance
AUTOFOCUS Hybrid AF system with 171 contrast and 105 phase-detection points
PHASE DETECTION On-sensor phase detection covering the center of the frame
VIDEO 4K UHD at 15fps, 1080p at 60fps
STABILIZATION Electronic Vibration Reduction (VR) for video only
BURST RATE Up to 20 fps with continuous AF, 60 fps with fixed focus
VIEWFINDER None
DISPLAY 3.0-inch 1,037k-dot tilting touchscreen LCD
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi and NFC enabled, Micro-USB, Micro-HDMI
MEMORY CARD Single microSD/SDHC/SDXC slot
WEATHER SEALING No weather sealing, plastic and metal construction
BATTERY LIFE Approximately 250 shots per charge, EN-EL24 battery

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon 1 J5

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ~ Limited Via menu/touch
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 ~ Limited Via menu

How-to Use Nikon 1 J5

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Nikon 1 J5 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 1-inch CX-format CMOS
Resolution 20.8 Megapixels
ISO Range 160-12800
Autofocus Hybrid AF (Phase/Contrast)
Shutter Speed 1/16000 to 30 seconds
Burst Rate 20 fps (AF-C), 60 fps (AF-S)
Video 4K 15p, 1080p 60p
Stabilization Electronic (Video only)
Viewfinder None
LCD 3-inch tilting touchscreen
Memory Card microSD
Connectivity Wi-Fi, NFC, Micro-USB, Micro-HDMI
Battery Life 250 shots
Weight 231g
Dimensions 98.3 x 59.7 x 31.5 mm