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Review Summary
Advanced Camera with Interchangeable Lenses
Nikon 1 mount
Approx. 2.7x lens focal length (Nikon CX format)
14.2 million
13.2mm x 8.8mm
CX
CMOS
15.13 million
Image sensor cleaning
Still Images (3:2 aspect ratio)
4,608 x 3,072
3,456 x 2,304
2,304 x 1,536
Smart Photo Selector (3:2 aspect ratio)
4,608 x 3,072
3,456 x 2,304
2,304 x 1,536
Movie Mode (16:9 aspect ratio)
4,606 x 3,072 (1080/60i, 1080/30p)
1,280 x 856 (720/60p, 720/30p)
Motion Snapshot (16:9 aspect ratio)
4,608 x 2,592
Compressed 12-bit NEF (RAW)
JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx 1:4), normal (approx 1:8), or basic (approx 1:16) compression
NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
Standard
Neutral
Vivid
Monochrome
Portrait
Landscape
Selected Picture Control can be modified
User-customizable Settings
SD
SDHC
SDXC
1 Secure Digital (SD)
Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
EXIF 2.3 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras)
PictBridge
EVF (electronic viewfinder), 0.47-in., approx. 1440k-dot color TFT LCD viewfinder with diopter control and brightness adjustment
100% Approx.
-3 to +2 m
Electronically controlled
Camera switches to viewfinder display when it detects that viewfinder is in use
Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane mechanical shutter; electronic shutter
Electronic Shutter: 1/16,000 sec.
Mechanical Shutter: 1/4,000 sec.
30 sec. with either Electronic or Mechanical Shutter
Electronic shutter: 1/60 sec.
Mechanical shutter: 1/250 sec.
Yes
Single-frame [S] mode
Continuous
Mechanical
Electronic
Electronic [Hi]
Self-timer mode
Delayed remote
Quick Response Remote
Interval Timer Shooting
Electronic [Hi]: Approx. 5, 15, 30, or 60 fps
Other modes: Up to 5 fps (single AF or manual focus, S Shutter- priority auto or M Manual exposure mode, shutter speed 1/250 sec or faster, and other settings at default values)
5 frames per second 10, 15, 30 or 60 fps using Electronic (Hi) shutter
2, 10 sec. Timer duration electronically controlled
Delayed remote (2 sec)
Quick-response remote
TTL metering using image sensor
Matrix
Center-weighted: Meters 4.5mm circle in center of frame
Spot: Meters 2mm circle centered on select focus area
Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P)
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
Manual (M)
Scene Auto Selector
Portrait
Landscape
Night Landscape
Night Portrait
Close-up
Auto
Still Image (3:2)
Smart Photo Selector (3:2)
Movie (HD 16:9) Movie Slow Motion (8:3)
Motion Snapshot (16:9)
+/-3 EV in increments of 1/3EV
Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
160-6400
On
Off
Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF)
AF-assist illuminator
Single-point AF: 135 focus areas
Auto-area AF: 41 focus areas
Subject tracking
Face-priority AF
Focus is locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button or lightly pressing shutter release button in (S) AF
Auto (AF)
Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A)
Single-servo AF (AF-S)
Continuous-servo (AF-C)
Full-time Servo (AF-F)
Manual Focus (MF)
Yes
5/16 (m/ft ISO 100, 20°C/68°F) Approx.
At ISO 160, Guide Number is approx. (6.3/20.7)
i-TTL flash control using image sensor available
Fill-flash
Slow sync
Red-eye reduction
Slow sync with red-eye reduction
Rear curtain with sync
Rear curtain with slow sync
-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV
Lights when built-in flash unit is fully charged
Yes
i-TTL flash control using image sensor available with optional SB-N5 flash unit or SB-N7 flash unit
Auto
Incandescent
Fluorescent
Direct Sunlight
Flash
Cloudy
Shade
Preset Manual
All except preset manual with fine tuning
TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
Matrix
Center-weighted: Meters 4.5mm circle in center of frame
Spot: Meters 2mm circle centered on select focus area
MOV
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
AAC
Built-in stereo microphone; sensitivity adjustable
Optional external ME-1 stereo microphone (with the AS-N1000 Multi Accessory Port Adapter)
HD: 1920 X 1080/60i
HD: 1920 X 1080/30p
HD: 1280 x 720/60p
Slow-motion: 640x240/400fps
Slow-motion: 320x120/1200fps
Motion Snapshot: 1920x1080/60p (plays at 24p)
Audio file format: ACC
Movie file format: MOV
3.0 in. diagonal
921,000 Dots
TFT-LCD with brightness adjustment
USB: Hi-speed USB
HDMI output: Type C mini-pin HDMI connector
Multi accessory port used for designated accessories
Audio input: Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5mm diameter)
Optional GP-N100 GPS unit
Arabic
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)
Czech
Danish
Dutch
English
Finnish
French
German
Greek
Hindi
Hungarian
Indonesian
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Norwegian
Polish
Portuguese (European and Brazilian)
Romanian
Russian
Spanish
Thai
Turkish
Ukrainian
Vietnamese
Yes
Yes
EN-EL21 Lithium-ion Battery
310 shots (CIPA)
EH-5b AC Adapter
Requires EP-5D Power Supply Connector
1/4"
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
4.2 x 3.2 x 1.8" (107.8 x 81.6 x 45.9mm)
9.8 oz (278g)
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Nikon 1 V2 Key features:
14MP Nikon CX-format CMOS sensor
ISO range 1600-6400
Built-in flash
New Shutter, tested to 100,000 cycles
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Smart Photo Selector
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Speed claims
The first generation Nikon 1 cameras boasted DSLR-speed autofocus and image lag times, and the Nikon 1 V2, thanks to a next-generation EXPEED 3A dual image processor, is said to be even faster. Nikon claims up to 15fps burst rates with continuous autofocus and up to 60fps with fixed-point autofocus. Hybrid AF combines phase-detection for high-speed movement and contrast-detection AF for low-light photography; the sensor instantly switches between 73 phase detection focus areas an 135 contrast-detect areas.
The design of the camera is closer to a DSLR (or at least a traditionally-designed interchangeable-lens EVF) than previou s models, with a protruding EVF, a generously-sized grip, and magnesium alloy construction. To further entice more advanced users, Nikon offers a mode dial atop the camera for direct access to Program, Shutter, Aperture and Manual controls, while a command dial lets you confirm settings or make changes without taking your eye away from the viewfinder. In addition to the EVF, there's a 921k, 3-inch LCD monitor, and a built-in, pop-up flash, a first for the V line.
Movie Functions
As with the first generation, the Nikon 1 V2 can simultaneously shoot movies and stills. Now, however, users have more choices with full HD frame rates of 60i, 60p, and 30p, with full control over shutter speed and aperture. At lower resolution, the camera can shoot super slo-mo at up to 1200fps.
Expanding the System
Nikon is adding the Nikkor FT-1 mount adaptor, allowing users to mount any Nikon F-mount lens with a 2.7x 35mm equivalent focal length. So, a 50mm lens covers the equivalent of a 135mm lens on a full-frame sensor camera. AF-S and AF-I Nikkor lenses are compatible with AF and high-speed continuous shooting features.
Nikon has also added the WU-1b Wireless mobile adaptor, which lets you transfer files to your tablet or smart phone, while a new GPS unit, the GP-N100, allows for geotagging.
Finally, to augment the built-in flash, Nikon has introduced the SB-N7 speedlight, which has a guide number of 59 feet at ISO 100.