Alright photo geeks. Indeed, Nikon just announced their new line of compact cameras, the “1” series. Two bodies — the V1 and the J1 — along with four lenses: a 10mm f/2.8, 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6, 30-110mm f/3.8-f/5, and 10-100mm f/4.5-5.5 “power zoom” lens.
Here’s some highlighted specs on the beefier V1 in case you haven’t heard:
_12mp, CMOS sensor
_1080HD video (30, 60i frame rates…can get 60p at 720HD)
_RAW file + jpg (5 fps)
_SD card
_ISO 100 – 3200, 6400 hi
_$899.95 retail price
Confession: Its no secret that I dig little cameras, and I can’t wait to get my hands on one of these!, but please note I HAVE NOT touched one of these cameras, nor been briefed in detail about them.
So.. We (I ?) knew this was coming, but rather than me spouting off about having played with the system (I can’t), or telling you what your feelings about this system should be (I won’t), I’m turning the tables on you.
What’s your take? Love, hate, indifferent? Insights?
[Just a hunch, but your comments on this post – glowing or otherwise – might help inform Nikon about what your thinking.]Link to so more info here via B&H.
Like:
– Small
– Changeable lenses
– Movie mode resolutions
– External mic
– Those multiple image feature (Smart Photo Selector)
– Simultaneously Capture video and photo
Dislike
– Yet another mount? (Can I use old lenses?)
– How is the ISO-noise? (concert photography)
– Small sensor size
– No expert mode? (MASP)
This is just a matter of competition, and keeping up. Besides, Nikon has been looking at Sony for what to do for a while now, so it’s no surprise in that sense they also Nikon comes up with a mirrorless system. The only downfall could be that it has a crop factor larger than any of its competitors. And looking at the specs, the cams are not even that much smaller than let’s say a NEX-5. If I would be selling one of those cameras (and I will be) this will be one of the specs to mention to a customer. And the customer is already looking for a better step up compared to his regular compact, so I’m not sure the smaller sensor is such a wise decision in that respect. But I’m still curious though! 🙂
Focuses faster and shoots at a higher frame rate than a NEX 5n, looks to me like the perfect camera to use while chasing your children or cats around the house/yard. Sensor size doesn’t make much difference if you are only getting 4×6 prints, or more like just posting on FaceSpace.
As of the announcement I really have no desire for this camera. I too love little cameras and gadgets and from that point of view this would be a neat toy to play with, but I am not going to spend that kind of cash on a toy. For small walk around grabs I prefer something that will fit into my jeans pocket. The last thing I need another camera that will inevitably cause me to buy more lenses / accessories which in turn will feed my need to buy yet another bag. My wife already says I can no longer complain about the number of purses she has.
Had this announcement been for an alternate or addition to the current DSLR lineup I would be far more interested. I would have much rather seen updates to the Full Frame lineup.
While this camera is not for me, I can see 60fps at full resolution opening up possibilities for creativity that have not been explored. I look forward to seeing what can be thought of by some kid who doesn’t know that you can’t do that.
Don
Does the market really need another Olympus Pen compact look alike, I must admit it doesn’t appeal to me one bit.
I don’t need or want a camera like this, but would consider something like the Canon G12. (I wouldn’t want interchangeable lenses on a body this size).
Aesthetically I think Nikon have shot themselves in the foot – It’s a really ugly looking thing and reminds me of something that come out of 1950’s Russia – Lomo’s were better looking contraptions lol