Nikon 1 series explained
The Nikon 1 series is a discontinued camera line from Nikon, originally announced on 21 September 2011.[1] The cameras utilized Nikon 1-mount lenses, and featured 1" CX format sensors.
The series included the Nikon 1 V1, J1, J2,[2] and S1 with a 10-megapixel image sensor, the V2, J3, S2 and AW1 with a 14-megapixel image sensor and further increased autofocus speed to 15 frames per second (fps),[3] and the 1 V3, J4 with a new 18-megapixel image sensor, further increased autofocus speed to 20 fps, 120 fps HD slow-motion at 1280 x 720 and 1080/60p.[4] The J5 model added a 20.8MP sensor in 2015 and kept most other technical specifications the same as the J4 model.
At the time of announcement, Nikon claimed that the cameras featured the world's fastest autofocus, with 10 fps—even during videos—based on hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF with AF-assist illuminator), as well as the world's fastest continuous shooting speed (60 fps) among all cameras with interchangeable lenses.[5] Slow-motion movies can be captured in up to 1200 fps with reduced resolution. Its inbuilt intervalometer enables time-lapse photography.
Nikon discontinued the Nikon 1 series in July 2018.[6] Its successor, the
-series, launched later that year, with the Nikon Z7 and Nikon Z6 being the first two models. As of 2024, the Nikon Z-series has largely replaced Nikon's D-series of APS-C and full-frame DSLRs.
New technologies
- Nikon 1-mount and F-mount adapter FT1 enabling the use of all F-mount lenses especially with integrated autofocus motor. The FT1 adapter mounts and meters with all AI-P, AF, AF-S, D and G lenses and compatibles providing autofocus with all lenses with integrated autofocus motor.[14] It further mounts Pre-AI, AI, AI-S and E lenses without metering as well as lenses which jut out the F-mount (needing mirror lock-up on cameras with mirror). Although not recommended,[15] it is used with teleconverters for extreme telephotos.[16] [17]
- Lenses featuring Rear Focusing (RF) system with reduced moving masses and world's fastest extremely quiet Voice Coil motors (VCM) or Stepping (STM) motors to speed-up autofocus.
- 3-Speed silent Power-Drive motor zoom in the Nikkor VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-Zoom optimized for shooting HD movies.[18]
- Nikon 1 Nikkor VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-Zoom integrates many technologies: 21 elements including 1 High Refractive Index (HRI, >2), 3 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) and 2 aspherical lenses,[19] Super Integrated Coating (SIC), internal focusing (IF) with world's fastest quiet Voice Coil motor, 3-speed silent PD-Zoom, Vibration Reduction (VR II), retractable lens mechanism and 7 rounded diaphragm blades.[20] [21] Together with the Canon EF 28-300mm lens it is the only current superzoom with 20 elements or more.
- Fast electronic shutter (1/16 000) or additional electronically controlled mechanical focal-plane shutter.
- The V1 incorporates a 'multi accessory port' currently used for dedicated 1 Series flash and GPS units as well as AS-N1000 cold shoe adapter for mounting the ME-1 stereo microphone.
- High-speed dual multi-core image-processing pipelines with 600 megapixels per second speed: Expeed 3.[22]
- Smart Photo Selector Mode enables selection of the best candidates out of a high-speed sequence.[23]
- Advanced High-definition video recording allows uninterrupted filming while capturing high-resolution photos.
- Firmware updates of the Nikon 1 lenses are possible.
Other technologies
Lens system
See main article: Nikon 1 mount. Nikon developed an entirely new system of lenses and the Nikon 1-mount lens mount for the Nikon 1 series. These lenses are only compatible with 1-mount cameras. Nikon has not debuted a new lens mount since the F mount that routine users of the Nikon D series are accustomed to. Although the F-mount adapter FT1 enables the use of all F-mount compatible lenses, these lenses are meant to be portable and compact.[24] There are 13 Nikkor lenses specifically built to fit the Nikon 1-mount in addition to several manual focus lenses from Samyang.
- 1 Nikkor 10mm 2.8[24]
- 1 Nikkor AW 10mm 2.8
- 1 Nikkor 18.5mm 1.8
- 1 Nikkor 32mm 1.2
- 1 Nikkor VR 6.7-13mm 3.5-5.6 [25]
- 1 Nikkor VR 10-30mm 3.5-5.6[24]
- 1 Nikkor VR 10-30mm 3.5-5.6 PD-Zoom
- 1 Nikkor VR 10-100mm 4.5-5.6 PD-Zoom[26]
- 1 Nikkor VR 10-100mm f/4.0-5.6
- 1 Nikkor 11–27.5mm 3.5-5.6
- 1 Nikkor VR 30-110mm 3.8-5.6[26]
- 1 Nikkor VR 70-300mm 4.5-5.6
data-sort-type="number" rowspan=2 | Focal length | data-sort-type="number" rowspan=2 | 35mm EFL and equivalent aperture | data-sort-type="number" rowspan=2 | Angle of view | Design | Features | Filter size |
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Aperture | data-sort-type="number" | Construction | data-sort-type="number" | Size | data-sort-type="number" | Weight | VR | Blades | Min. focus |
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6.7–13mm[27] | 18–35mm 9.5-15 | 100–63° | 3.5–5.6 to 16 | 11 elements in 7 groups (3 aspherical, 3 extra-low dispersion) | 56.5× | 125g | | 7 | 0.25disp=brNaNdisp=br | 52mm |
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10mm[28] | 27mm 7.7 | 77° | 2.8 to 11 | 6 elements in 5 groups (2 aspherical) | 55.5× | 77g | | 7 | 0.2disp=brNaNdisp=br | 40.5mm |
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AW 10mm[29] | 27mm 7.7 | 77° | 2.8 to 11 | 6 elements in 5 groups (2 aspherical + 1 protective) | 61× | 118g | | 7 | 0.2disp=brNaNdisp=br | 40.5mm |
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10–30mm[30] | 27–81mm 9.5-15 | 77–29°40' | 3.5–5.6 to 16 | 12 elements in 9 groups (3 aspherical) | 57.5× | 115g | | 7 | 0.2disp=brNaNdisp=br | 40.5mm |
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10–30mm PD[31] | 27–81mm 9.5-15 | 77–29°40' | 3.5–5.6 to 16 | 9 elements in 7 groups (4 aspherical, 1 extra-low dispersion, 1 high refractive index) | 58× | 85g | | 7 | 0.2disp=brNaNdisp=br | none |
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10–100mm[32] | 27–270mm 10.8-15 | 77–9°10' | 4–5.6 to 16 | 19 elements in 12 groups (3 aspherical, 2 extra-low dispersion, 2 high refractive index) | 60.5× | 298g | | 7 | 0.35– (depending on focal length) | 55mm |
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10–100mm PD[33] | 27–270mm 12.2-15 | 77–9°10' | 4.5–5.6 to 16 | 21 elements in 14 groups (2 aspherical, 3 extra-low dispersion, 1 high refractive index) | 77× | 530g | | 7 | 0.3– (depending on focal length) | 72mm |
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11–27.5mm[34] | 30–74mm 9.5-15 | 72–32°20' | 3.5–5.6 to 16 | 8 elements in 6 groups (1 aspherical, 1 extra-low dispersion + 1 protective) | 57.5× | 83g | | 7 | 0.3disp=brNaNdisp=br | 40.5mm |
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AW 11–27.5mm[35] | 30–74mm 9.5-15 | 72–32°20' | 3.5–5.6 to 16 | 8 elements in 6 groups (1 aspherical, 1 extra-low dispersion + 1 protective) | 63× | 182g | | 7 | 0.3disp=brNaNdisp=br | 40.5mm |
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18.5mm[36] | 50mm 4.9 | 46°40 | 1.8 to 16 | 8 elements in 6 groups (1 aspherical) | 56× | 70g | | 7 | 0.2disp=brNaNdisp=br | 40.5mm |
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30–110mm[37] | 81–297mm 10.3-15 | 29°40'–8°20' | 3.8–5.6 to 16 | 18 elements in 12 groups (2 extra-low dispersion) | 60× | 180g | | 7 | 1disp=brNaNdisp=br | 40.5mm |
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32mm[38] | 86mm 3.2 | 28° | 1.2 to 16 | 9 elements 7 groups (nano crystal coating) | 65.5× | 235g | | 7 | 0.45disp=brNaNdisp=br | 52mm |
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70–300mm[39] | 189–810mm 12.2-15 | 13–3° | 4.5–5.6 to 16 | 16 elements in 10 groups (1 Super ED, nano crystal coating) | 73× | 550g | | 7 | 1– (depends on focal length) | 62mm | |
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- Notes
Optional accessories
In addition to the already available lenses, flash, cases, GPS unit etc. Nikon presented at PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo 2011 many forthcoming lenses, LED video and macro lights and video kits.[40] With the 1 series cameras having a non-standard hot shoe, the SB-N5 flashgun, which drew power from the camera itself, was made available.[41] Every lens shown at the 2011 PDN PhotoPlus trade show but the macro lens of unknown focal length were eventually released before the system was discontinued.
Reception
Independent reviews[42] [43] [44] and image comparisons at all ISO speeds in JPEG[11] and additionally Raw[45] are available. Both of the initially released 1 series cameras were criticized for having DSLR-like prices.[46] DxO Labs awarded the J1 sensor an overall score of 56.[8] [10]
See also
External links
Notes and References
- http://www.whatdigitalcamera.com/news/530192/nikon-announces-new-nikon-1-compact-system-camera-range-with-two-cameras-lenses-and-accessories.html Nikon announces new Nikon 1 compact system camera range with two cameras, lenses and accessories
- Web site: New Gear: Nikon J1 and V1 Interchangeable Lens Cameras . Bonnier Corp. . September 21, 2011 . September 22, 2011 . Horaczek, Stan.
- http://www.dpreview.com/news/2012/10/24/Nikon-announces-1-v2-14MP-1-series-mirrorless-system-camera#press Nikon announces 1 V2 - a more photographer-friendly, 14MP 1 series camera
- http://www.dpreview.com/news/2014/03/13/nikon-1-v3-offers-improved-af-system-and-faster-continuous-shooting Nikon 1 V3 offers improved AF system and faster continuous shooting
- http://www.dpreview.com/news/1109/11092120nikonlaunch.asp Nikon announces Nikon 1 system with V1 small sensor mirrorless camera
- Web site: Nikon Inc confirms the Nikon 1 system is officially discontinued.
- http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/Nikon-Camera-Technology/gst5xlw6/1/CX-Format-Image-Sensor.html Nikon 1 Cameras: CX Format Image Sensor
- http://www.dxomark.com/index.php/News/DxOMark-news/Nikon-1-series-The-tests Nikon 1 series: The tests
- http://www.dxomark.com/index.php/Cameras/Compare-Camera-Sensors/Compare-cameras-side-by-side/(appareil1)/744%7C0/(brand)/Nikon/(appareil2)/724%7C0/(brand2)/Olympus/(appareil3)/701%7C0/(brand3)/Panasonic Nikon 1 J1 vs Olympus PEN EP3 vs Panasonic GF3
- http://www.dxomark.com/index.php/Cameras/Camera-Sensor-Ratings Camera Sensor Ratings
- http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM Imaging-resource: Sample images Comparometer
- https://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2393308,00.asp Nikon Unveils Interchangeable Lens Camera System
- http://www.dpreview.com/articles/3281713418/nikon-1-system-first-impressions Nikon 1 System First Impressions
- http://bythom.com/lensacronyms.htm That New AF-S ED-IF G VR PC DC DX Nikkor is a What?
- http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/acil/accessories/mount_adapter_ft1/compatibility.htm Nikon Mount Adapter FT1 Compatible Lens List
- Web site: Nikon V1 + FT1 Mount Adapter + 400mm f/2.8 + Teleconverter TC 2.0 Experimental . 2012-02-16 . https://web.archive.org/web/20120228201522/http://www.dslrboxs.com/512/nikon-v1-ft1-mount-adapter-400mm-f28-af-teleconverter-tc-20-experimental/ . 2012-02-28 . dead .
- http://gofish.smugmug.com/Nature/Eagles-2011-2012-at/19675220_ZBZtqD/1672188502_rbGX8Lg#!i=1672188502&k=rbGX8Lg Nikon 1 V1 and FT1 on Nikon AF-S 600mm f/4 VR lens + TC-14EII teleconverter
- http://www.cameradebate.com/2011/1-nikkor-vr-10-100mm-pd-zoom-lens-review/ 1 Nikkor VR 10-100mm PD-Zoom Lens Preview
- http://www.photographybay.com/2011/08/25/nikon-10-100mm-f4-5-5-6-vr-lens-patent-could-be-for-new-nikon-mirrorless-system/ Nikon 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 VR Lens Patent Could Be For New Nikon Mirrorless System
- http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/acil/lenses/1_nikkor_vr_10-100mm_f45-56_pd-zoom/ Nikon 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-ZOOM
- http://www.dpreview.com/products/nikon/lenses/nikon_1_10-100_vr_pd Nikon 1 Nikkor VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-Zoom
- http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/Photography-Glossary/E/1/EXPEED-3.html Nikon EXPEED 3
- http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/Nikon-Camera-Technology/gst5xlzp/1/Smart-Photo-Selector-Mode.html Nikon 1 Cameras Smart Photo Selector Mode
- Web site: Nikon 1 J1 Product Brochure. Nikon Corporation. 4 March 2012. 30.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 VR | 6.7-13mm lens for Nikon 1 cameras.
- Web site: Nikon 1 J1 Product Brochure. Nikon Corporation. 4 March 2012.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR 10mm f/2.8 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR AW 10mm f/2.8 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 PD-ZOOM . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4-5.6 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-ZOOM . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR AW 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR 18.5mm f/1.8 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR VR 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- Web site: 1 NIKKOR VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 . Nikon . 28 May 2017.
- http://nikonrumors.com/2011/10/31/pdn-photoplus-show-recap.aspx/ PDN PhotoPlus show recap
- Web site: Speedlight SB-N5 2016 Speedlights Discontinued.
- http://www.nikonlinks.com/equipment_digital_one_series.html Nikonlinks: Nikon 1 Series review links
- http://www.dcviews.com/_nikon/1j1.htm Nikon 1 J1 review summary
- http://www.dcviews.com/_nikon/1v1.htm Nikon 1 V1 review summary
- http://www.dpreview.com/previews/nikon1system/page5.asp Nikon 1 V1 review: Studio scene comparison (Raw)
- http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikonv1j1/ DPreview: Nikon 1 V1 / J1 Review