Review: Nikon 1 V1
The Nikon 1 V1 does almost everything a DSLR does and much more. Despite being an advanced compact, it debuts many new features.
Nikon 1 V1
NIKON 1 V1
Price: Rs 43,450
Specs
SENSOR: CX CMOX 10.1MP
VIEWFINDER: 0.47-INCH LCD WITH DIOPTRE ADJUSTMENT
LCD: 3 INCH
ISO: 100-3200
FOCUS: HYBRID AUTO-FOCUS
VIDEO: 1920 X 1080/60I HD
PORTS: USB, HDMI, MIC
Why We Fell For It: Cutting Edge Features, Results
The past two years have been very good for DSLRs in India, with lots of people making use of the falling prices to add a touch of professionalism to their passion for photography. But there are also those who despite their love for cameras are spooked by DSLRs and the challenges they present. The mirrorless interchangeable lens compact cameras, brought out by Olympus, Panasonic, Samsung and Sony addressed this concern. Now Nikon has joined in with its Nikon 1 V1.
The controls are not very complicated and limited to the two dials on the side of the 3-inch LCD screen. There is also a digital Viewfinder to help with compositions. The Electronic Viewfinder comes with Dioptre adjustment and every time you use it the LCD screen below switches off by itself like in DSLRS.
The V1 is as compact as a camera with its features can be; the build quality is similar to what you would find in top-end DSLRs. The 10-30 Nikkor lens that comes in the box is good for portraits as well as regular shots. But you will feel the need for a zoom since this 10.1 MP camera has not optical zoom. The quality of the Nikkor lens is also one of the highlights of the camera, the feature that really sets it apart from point-and-shoots. It is very hard to make out that the pictures have not been shot in a DSLR.
The controls are not very complicated and are limited to the two dials on the side of the LCD. The dial on top lets you access the unique Motion Snapshot, full auto andprogram modes and video. Motion Snapshot ensures you don't miss out on the action by recording frames as you keep the trigger button down. The camera later compiles the frames into a slow motion, or time lapse, video. In full auto, too, you have the option of keeping the trigger pressed for continuous clicking. The camera later shows you the best shot, which you can easily change from playback, discarding the others. In auto, the camera also switches from macro to landscape and other scene modes as needed.
But it is the programme mode you would like to play with if you like serious photography. Like in DSLRs, users can choose shutter priority, aperture priority and full manual exposure. You can change the settings using the small toggle just above the control dial, which also comes in handy for zooming during playback. The choice is limited if you use the electronic shutter mode and it is better to opt for mechanical.
Whatever the scenario, the camera is in focus and ready to shoot when you are.
The V1 is also good for shooting HD movies. The three HD modes, depending on frame rates, comes with the added advantage of auto-focus, locking on to the subject even if it is in motion. Since the record button is separate from the trigger, you have the option of clicking still frames even as you record video.
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Price: Rs 43,450
Specs
SENSOR: CX CMOX 10.1MP
VIEWFINDER: 0.47-INCH LCD WITH DIOPTRE ADJUSTMENT
LCD: 3 INCH
ISO: 100-3200
FOCUS: HYBRID AUTO-FOCUS
VIDEO: 1920 X 1080/60I HD
PORTS: USB, HDMI, MIC
Why We Fell For It: Cutting Edge Features, Results
What Could Have Been Better
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The controls are not very complicated and limited to the two dials on the side of the 3-inch LCD screen. There is also a digital Viewfinder to help with compositions. The Electronic Viewfinder comes with Dioptre adjustment and every time you use it the LCD screen below switches off by itself like in DSLRS.
The controls are not very complicated and are limited to the two dials on the side of the LCD. The dial on top lets you access the unique Motion Snapshot, full auto andprogram modes and video. Motion Snapshot ensures you don't miss out on the action by recording frames as you keep the trigger button down. The camera later compiles the frames into a slow motion, or time lapse, video. In full auto, too, you have the option of keeping the trigger pressed for continuous clicking. The camera later shows you the best shot, which you can easily change from playback, discarding the others. In auto, the camera also switches from macro to landscape and other scene modes as needed.
The Nikkor lenses lock to the mount like any other lens. There is another button on the lens to unlock the zoom. Even if the lens cap is off, the camera does not work until you turn the lens open.
Whatever the scenario, the camera is in focus and ready to shoot when you are.
The V1 is also good for shooting HD movies. The three HD modes, depending on frame rates, comes with the added advantage of auto-focus, locking on to the subject even if it is in motion. Since the record button is separate from the trigger, you have the option of clicking still frames even as you record video.
Courtesy: Gadgets and Gizmos
