Introducing the NEW Nikon J1 and V1 Mirrorless Cameras

Nikon introduced today the new J1 and V1 cameras along with four new ultra-portable lenses: the 1 NIKKOR VR 10-33mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens, 1 NIKKOR 10mm f/2.8 pancake lens, 1 NIKKOR VR 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 zoom lens and 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 power zoom lens.

The revolutionary Nikon 1 is an advanced camera system with interchangeable lenses built on a new set of innovative technologies: a remarkably fast new hybrid Autofocus (AF), Smart Photo Selector that will automatically capture the best possible image as well as tandem high-quality image &  full HD (1080p) movie capture. A new Motion Snapshot mode captures fleeting moments with a combination of moving and still imagery.

The V1 mount is fully electronic, allowing for amazing speed and response.  And while the  J1 features an electronic shutter,  the V1 also features an electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane mechanical shutter.

The 10.1 megapixel CX-format High Speed AF CMOS sensor has a 2.7x crop factor which means it’s  half the size of a micro four thirds sensor and only one third the size of the APS-C sensor found in most DSLRs (not to mention 4 times the size of those found in most compact cameras and 2.5 times the size of the 1/1.7″ type found in higher-priced enthusiast compacts.)

 
J1 Key Features

• Built-in flash
• Full HD MOVIE 1080/60i
• Smart Photo Selector mode ensures you will never miss those decisive moments
• Slow Motion Movie 400fps(640×240)/1,200fps(320×120)
• An optional mount adapter allows Nikon 1 cameras to be used with F mount NIKKOR lenses
• The camera is available in five colors, and color-coordinated lenses are bundled with the camera in lens kits
• The top face has a total of only three buttons, while the rear face features a simple mode dial
• LCD monitor with crystal clear resolution. 3-inch LCD monitor with protection glass and a wide viewing angle.(approx. 460k-dot)
• Easy-to-use movie editing software

 
V1 Key Features

• High-resolution, high-contrast electronic viewfinder
• Full HD MOVIE 1080/60i
• Smart Photo Selector mode ensures you’ll never miss those decisive moments
• An optional mount adapter allows Nikon 1 cameras to be used with F mount NIKKOR lenses
• Slow Motion Movie 400fps(640×240)/1,200fps(320×120)
• Available in very iconic color represents design philosophy, solid black and white.
• The top face has a total of only three buttons, while the rear face features a simple mode dial
• LCD monitor with crystal clear resolution. 3-inch LCD monitor with protection glass and a wide viewing angle.(approx. 920k-dot)
• Short motion Creator, Easy-to-use movie editing software

 
The Nikon 1 lineup will be available October 20, 2011
Nikon J1 MSRP: $649.95
Nikon 1 V1 MSRP: $899.95
1 NIKKOR 10mm f/2.8 pancake lens MSRP: $259.95
1 NIKKOR VR 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 zoom lens MSRP: $259.95
1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4.5-5.6 power zoom lens MSRP: $779.95
SB-N5 compact speedlight MSRP: $159.95
GP-N100 GPS module MSRP: $159.95
 

View the Nikon 1 Brochure

 
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