Spicy
Well-known
http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2011/09/nikon-goes-mirrorless-with-the-1-system/
I think they've waited too long, and although they've finally decided to bring a product to market, I think it's a mistake to not try and take on the m4/3s ecosystem. They're making a niche for themselves where there's going to be no market.
It took them so long to do something, I was expecting it to be really polished and thoughtfully-executed. That remains to be seen, but as of right now, it really doesn't seem either of the two... They should've take a full-frame sensor and built a tiny mirrorless body around it.
It looks like they're still aiming for the P&S crowd. Simple (read: amateur) controls, and elegant (read: plain) styling. Looks boring. I was really hoping for an enthusiast RF style camera. Big sensor, good lens compatibility, optical viewfinder, manual controls on the top (bury auto modes in menus if they absolutely have to be included to satisfy the company execs)...
Now Canon has the chance to punish them for their mistake.
I think they've waited too long, and although they've finally decided to bring a product to market, I think it's a mistake to not try and take on the m4/3s ecosystem. They're making a niche for themselves where there's going to be no market.
It took them so long to do something, I was expecting it to be really polished and thoughtfully-executed. That remains to be seen, but as of right now, it really doesn't seem either of the two... They should've take a full-frame sensor and built a tiny mirrorless body around it.
It looks like they're still aiming for the P&S crowd. Simple (read: amateur) controls, and elegant (read: plain) styling. Looks boring. I was really hoping for an enthusiast RF style camera. Big sensor, good lens compatibility, optical viewfinder, manual controls on the top (bury auto modes in menus if they absolutely have to be included to satisfy the company execs)...
Now Canon has the chance to punish them for their mistake.
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sparrow6224
Well-known
Wow. That is lame. $900? Who do they think will buy this?
John Robertson
Well-known
http://blogs.which.co.uk/technology...-with-nikon-v1-and-j1-compact-system-cameras/
I agree its up to Canon now, Nikon fumbled it as did Pentax with the keyring camera , up to now its Sony for me (only 1 .5x magnification ) I wish testers in Mags would score them on compatability with other lens mounts!!
I agree its up to Canon now, Nikon fumbled it as did Pentax with the keyring camera , up to now its Sony for me (only 1 .5x magnification ) I wish testers in Mags would score them on compatability with other lens mounts!!
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Nikon Bob
Guest
I think Nikon has "lost the plot" on this one. As much as I like Nikon gear they offer me nothing I want as an smaller alternative to their excellent DSLRs and lenses. I think I will see what the Sony NEX 7 has to offer.
Bob
Bob
Keith
The best camera is one that still works!
I wonder if Nikon are monitoring reaction to the camera on photography forums.
In fact where are (drum roll) 'The Nikon Guys!'
In fact where are (drum roll) 'The Nikon Guys!'
gavinlg
Veteran
In fact where are (drum roll) 'The Nikon Guys!'
Haha... Probably hiding from an angry mob with pitchforks
Danlo
Established
Haha, I just ordered my Nikon J1. Silent (electronic shutter), super fast AF and buffer, small, and very sexy, image quality beats m43 too.
This will be a perfect camera for street photography.
MaxElmar
Well-known
Yes, strangely enough - despite the condemnations and criticisms from folks who have never held one, the new Nikons seem to be selling quite well in Japan and maybe even Europe. Even stranger, folks who ignored said condemnations and criticisms seem to be putting some good work up on flickr....
Ken Ford
Refuses to suffer fools
Life has prevented me from shooting it as much as I would like, but the V1 and lenses I bought continue to impress me.
Rumor is that these systems have been selling well... but I have not seen one in use anywhere... and I see a lot of cameras in NYC.
Lss
Well-known
I've seen the J1 several times already, mostly in Central Europe. It seems to be a popular travel camera. Never seen (or recognized) the V1 outside a shop, though.
jky
Well-known
Probably the most frustrating camera I've used - the V1. On that note, my annoyances can probably be easily fixed via firmware.
2 major deal breakers for me:
1. The well documented constant preview - there's no way to turn it off.
2. Can't keep the trigger pressed 1/2 way (to lock focus point) & just fire away (can only do 1 shot from a 1/2 press) - perhaps a little too nitpicky?
If it weren't for the above, I would've kept the camera. Loved everything else about it ie: size, weight, handling, integrated EVF, speed, quiet buttery shutter.
2 major deal breakers for me:
1. The well documented constant preview - there's no way to turn it off.
2. Can't keep the trigger pressed 1/2 way (to lock focus point) & just fire away (can only do 1 shot from a 1/2 press) - perhaps a little too nitpicky?
If it weren't for the above, I would've kept the camera. Loved everything else about it ie: size, weight, handling, integrated EVF, speed, quiet buttery shutter.