Nikon 1 J3

alaTest has collected and analyzed 668 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the sensor and size. The viewfinder and value for money are also appreciated, but comments are divided on the memory. Many are critical about the features.

performance, value for money, viewfinder, size, sensor

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Compact System Cameras the Nikon 1 J3 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 100/100 = Excellent quality.

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Features

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Viewfinder
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Sensor
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Flash
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Battery
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Shutter
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Low-light
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Nikon 1 J3 Review: Simple, Small, and Slick

 

Nikon first introduced its small, mirrorless, interchangeable lens cameras, the 1 J1 and the 1 V1 (similar to the J1 but with the addition of a viewfinder) in 2011. Nikon was a little late in the game, as Olympus and Panasonic had already released more...

Small size, attractive appearance ; Reliably quick performer ; Very good image and movie quality ; Many interesting features as well as manual controls

Requires frequent access to the menu ; Fair battery life ; Fragile pop-up flash

I enjoyed using the Nikon 1 J3. I like its small size, light weight feel and its modern, sleek appearance. The camera's buttons and controls, while small, work well and I appreciated the dedicated movie button. I was not fond of the camera's fragile...

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Amazon review summary for the Nikon 1 J3

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 140 user reviews of the Nikon 1 J3 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.5/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

74% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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New lens for my V1

 

Haven\'t used it much, but the few shots that I have taken have been much quicker and brighter than the standard kit lens.

Consistent Output","Durable","Easily Interchangeable","Fast \/ accurate auto-focus","Lightweight","Nice Bokeh

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Totally Awesome Camera!(:

 

Crystal clear images :) great zoom, everything about it is awesome!

Easy to Use","Fast Shutter Speed","Good Battery Life","Good in Low Light","Great Resolution","Great Zoom","Large Clear LCD","Small \/ Compact

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Nikon 1 18.5mm f/1.8 Nikkor review by Prime Minister

 

The build quality of this little lens is very good. The lens barrel and bayonet are made of metal. There are no external moving parts and it weighs almost nothing. It feels and looks clean and sturdy though.

Small, light, fast and silent autofocus, build quality

CA

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Nikon 1 18.5mm f/1.8 Nikkor review by hekob

 

The lens to get currently if you are a low light CX shooter. I'm not sure this lens will ever sell well until sensor technology catches up a bit with DX/FX. Competent but not much more.

weighs nothing, low light performance

restrictive focal length, depth of field uninspiring, no focus ring

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getting used to this little camera

 

got it for light camera . I think itis very powerful for size--still not use to no small viewer. Think for someone that wants ssoething extra in a small camera is quite worth it.About me... Love shooting sports, Photo enthusiast

small light very powerful

not used to it

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a retired consumer

 

A seperate unit to attach to your camera when it needed. Its a good and power-enough unit for non professional need. I love it but if would even better if it come with camera without a seperate one.

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Nikon Rules

 

A must have for the owners of E V1 camera.

Durable","Easy To Use","Lightweight","Reliable

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Nice lens

 

Nice lens. Looking forward to using it outdoors.

Easy To Use","Lightweight","Reliable

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Product Specifications

Configuration

Autofocus: Yes
Built In Flash: Yes
Built-in Flash: Yes
Changeable Lens: Yes
Data Back: No
DX Coding: Yes
Exchangable Lens: No
Exposure Regulation:Not Applicable
Image Stabiliser:Electronical Image Stabiliser
Integrated GPS Module: No
Motor: Yes
Panorama:Not Applicable
Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Touchscreen: No
View Finder Type:LCD Monitor
Water Protection: No

Connectivity

Bluetooth: No
HDMI: Yes
PictBridge: Yes
WiFi Connectivity: No

General Features

3D: No
Chip Type:CMOS
Compact / SLR:Compact
Film Format:APS 240
Sensor Size:13,2 x 8,8 mm

Lens

Bifocal / Zoom:Zoom
Longest Shutter Speed in s:30
Shortest Shutter Speed in s:1/16000

Memory

Compact Flash Card: No
Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro: No
Memory Stick Duo / Duo Pro: No
Micro Drive: No
Multimedia Card: No
SDXC Card: Yes
Secure Digital Card: Yes
Secure Digital High Capacity Card: Yes
XD Card: No

Power Supply

Battery Model:Nikon EN-EL20

Recording

Aperture Priority: Yes
Face Detection Mode:Face Detection
RAW Format: Yes
Serial Shot Mode: Yes
Shutter Priority: Yes
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