With Nikon being one of the preferred brands in the camera segment, it has recently launched two brand new cameras by placing it under the Nikon 1 bracket. Nikon had promised to come up with advanced set of cameras and so it has proved the masses by coming up with Nikon J1 and Nikon V1. Nikon J1 and Nikon V1 are advanced cameras with interchangeable lens. They are the first set of cameras from Nikon which are equipped with mirror less technology.
Nikon J1 V/s Nikon V1:
Nikon V1
Nikon J1
On comparing both the cameras with each other, Nikon V1 has emerged to be an advanced and much more technologically sound camera against Nikon J1. Where Nikon V1 is developed with expert specifications, Nikon J1 has been targeted for beginner consumer base seeking a progress in image quality. Let us understand the differences on different parameters:
1. Size: Size forms one of the key and basic difference between Nikon J1 and V1. The size of V1 is comparatively larger than Nikon J1. Nikon J1 is equipped with an electronic viewfinder which makes it slightly heavier than Nikon V1. J1 termed as little brother to V1 possesses an in-built flash which is actually missing in Nikon V1. In terms of battery, Nikon J1 definitely utilizes a small battery.
2. Specifications: On a broad level, there are not many differences between Nikon J1 and V1 on the grounds of specifications. The internal specifications of J1 and V1 are very much similar to one another. Concentrating on Nikon J1 first, the users will find an electronic finder which though makes its bulky but would definitely can happy with a higher resolution LCD screen. The cameras of Nikon J1 and V1 use similar CMOS Sensor with all new 10 megapixel CX Format Lens. Nikon J1 and V1, both are well compatible with SDHC, SD and SDXC memory card formats. The battery life of Nikon J1 can shoot 230 still images while that of Nikon V1 can capture 400 still images. V1 allows the user to access mechanical as well as electronic shutter for accurate exposures.
3. Price: Price forms a major factor in making a purchase decision. V1 being a supreme and advanced one is definitely priced higher than Nikon J1. Nikon is planning to launch V1 and J1 in 10 – 30 mm kit lens as well as with 10 mm pancake lens. Nikon has freeze the pricing of Nikon V1 for 829 pounds and 879 pounds for 10-30mm kit lens and 10mm pancake lens respectively. With respect to Nikon J1, prices are 549 pounds and 599 pounds for 10-30mm kit lens and 10mm pancake lens respectively.
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Conclusion:
Nikon J1 and V1 have come out to be astonishingly spectacular camera. Beginners and Experts can make a wise decision in going for Nikon J1 and V1 respectively.
