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Nikon 1 V1

Based on 43 reviews

Excellent:

6
Good:

27
Average:

4
Bad:

6

Pros

Eye-level electronic viewfinder, Fast, accurate autofocus, Silent operation, Expansion port, Excellent high ISO performance.
Super fast autofocus speed; 60fps burst shooting in Electronic-Hi mode; good picture and video quality.
Beautiful LCD screen/EVF, Quality photos/movies with enough light, Fast focusing
Fast AF and confident tracking in good lighting, Fast burst shooting, including 10fps with AF, Able to capture high-res stills while filming HD video, Built-in viewfinder, mic input and accessory port.
Some impressive tricks, fast burst shooting and focusing, good EVF, retractable lenses
Quick autofocus speeds, Quick frames per second speeds, Excellent build quality, Brilliant LCD monitor
Good image quality (comparable to 12MP Micro Four Thirds sensor output), Very good, print-ready JPEGs - nice color reproduction, and a good balance of NR/detail, Fast and accurate phase-detection tracking AF as part of adaptive 'Hybrid' AF system.

Cons

Expensive, No built-in flash, Very limited lens selection, Few physical controls.
Average noise performance; Auto ISO mode doesn't work well; flash accessory not included.
Simply too expensive
Viewfinder slow to activate and no manual override, Switches to slower AF system under dim conditions, No exposure bracketing, live histogram or effects, No built-in flash. Proprietary accessory shoe limits options, Shutter often too slow in Portrait mode
Too basic for hobbyists, too expensive for everyone else.
Image noise at ISO800
Conservative Auto ISO behavior can result in dangerously slow shutter speeds indoors (especially frustrating for social photography and continuous-advance shots of indoor sports), No 'live' simulation of exposure compensation, nor on-screen histog

By PC Mag on May 08, 2012

The Nikon V1 is priced like a high-end mirrorless camera and delivers solid performance, but doesn't offer the level of controls or lens options that demanding photographers require....

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By Tech2 on April 05, 2012

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By TechCentral on February 27, 2012

On the whole, the Nikon V1 is a nice MILC that has a good array of features that would attract enthusiasts. It's definitely one of the fastest cameras - for autofocus, subject tracking and continuous shooting, the V1 is one of the best in this...

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By Digital Trends on February 27, 2012

We really have difficulty recommending the V1 as tested simply because it’s wildly expensive, and the results don’t measure up to the...

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By Photo Answers on January 26, 2012

Nikon is the latest manufacturer to enter the CSC market and its V1 model is designed to offer D-SLR quality in a small body with an interchangeable lens design....

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By PCWorld New Zealand on January 18, 2012

Mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras, or ‘hybrids’, are increasingly popular because they slot neatly into a sweet spot between compacts and DSLRs, in terms of both size and performance. It’s no real surprise then that Nikon, one of...

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By Digital Camera Buyer on January 03, 2012

The new Nikon V1 produces superb images, but the hidden Manual mode and the excessive price somewhat tarnish an otherwise excellent product Overall Our provides the latest photography news, reviews, previews, features and tecniques. Alternatively...

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By Photo Answers on January 01, 2012

Despite its small sensor, the V1 is by no means small in body – it’s no more pocket-friendly than any other CSC, but this makes it feel nicely chunky in the hand. The thickness of its...

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By Expert Reviews on December 17, 2011

A classy camera, but those willing to spend this much are likely to be left feeling dissatisfied...

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By RegHardware on December 16, 2011

I personally loved this camera and feel its superior build quality, distinguished personality and excellent image output will turn a few heads. Despite its high price, which does impact on its overall rating here, no doubt it will bite into the sales...

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