Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black)

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

Love the size and that it has a viewfinder. I'm coming from a Nikon D40x. I wish it had a built in flash but couldn't justify getting the V2 since I only paid $ for the 2 lens kit. Very happy with my purchase.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I like this camera MUCH better than expected. So far this has been the ideal lightweight camera. Metering, color and autofocus have been spot on. Great camera!

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I primarily got this little camera as a travel camera for my wife because she and our daughter are going to Hawaii on a school field trip during Spring Break this year. She had expressed concern about taking our D90 over due to weight while sight seeing. (side note-I was in Hawaii in September 2012 on a photo safari with the D90 and 17-55 D2.8 and I did just fine. So it can be done!)Anyways, BH had this kit for an astounding 2/3 off the list price and there was no way we could pass this up.We've had it a couple weeks and have put it through its paces, and have been pretty impressed with the quality of the images.I even used it recently at a shoot with my D90 with the 17-55 on that, and the 30-110 on the V1. That worked like a champ!At one event I was doing, I used the V1 to capture video and it worked great. One thing to note is, it records in mov format and in order to get it to work with Premiere CS5, I had to change the file extension to mpg.Overall we are very happy with this camera and lens kit.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

Use it as a miniature version of my dslr kit. Image quality up to par (or even surpasses) previous generation DSLR's, say D200.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

The camera would not always recognize the lens when turning on the power. About half the time I would get an error message stating I had to contact Nikon service. Sometimes the camera would recognize the lens but would be all blurry. Returned to B&H. Will probably go with the Fuji mirror less system. First time I have seen made in china on a Nikon product. Could explain the sorry quality control. Would have given no stars if I could.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

It was easy to adopt this camera to the spotting scope. 10 FPS was very help in catching various actions.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I use the V1 as a light "travel camera" when I don't want to lug my Nikon DSLRs around all day. It has its limitations, but the EVF was the big selling point. Its photo IQ is neat as high as the superb Sony RX-100, but it has the EVF and lighting-quick focussing on fast-moving objects. I use it as a biking camera, too, as it fits in a camera bag and shoot good photos of fast-moving bicyclists.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I bought this camera as the one I will always have with me. The camera is solid, very well made, yet light and small enough to fit in a coat pocket. Image quality is absolutely stellar for a 10MP camera, far better than I expected. As someone said, "This camera seems like it was designed by Steve Jobs." Why? Because the menus, the buttons are all intuitive and easy to use. Many professional reviewers slammed the camera when it was introduced. My opinion is that the reviews were quickly written and that most reviewers did not take the time to use the camera extensively. Frankly, this camera is revolutionary in many ways, especially the ability to use F-mount lenses via the FT1 adapter which is sold separately.I think this package, including the camera, the 10-30mm and the 30-110mm lenses is an absolute bargain -- a steal if I ever saw one.In sum, WOW, I love this little camera.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

Very nice photo!... :)

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

After reading various online reviews by professional photographers and seeing the cost for the amount of capability of this camera I couldn't pass up the deal. It is very solid, compact, well built and I am impressed with the quality of the lenses and the cost has been just right for my budget. I am just an amateur photographer with an interest in improving skills. I wished it had an articulating screen but appreciate the view finder, which is more important to me. The auto focus is very, fast and accurate. I wish it had a few more external controls but after using other cameras especially some advanced P&S, I am used to going to the menu for adjustments, and learning workarounds/access to on the fly setting changes. I can as the pro's, highly recommend this camera.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I use this camera mostly with the 18.5mm lense for everyday shooting of my newborn/dogs/street photography. It's so compact that I never leave it at home, it's simply a joy to shoot with. Even with its small sensor I have been very impressed with its high ISO capabilities. The only thing I wish that was different about it is the lack of a grip. However, it is by no means hard to hold or shoot with, a small grip would just make it a bit easier. There is a grip available from b&h :). Overall this camera is exactly what I needed it to be. A fast fun everyday camera that is easy to carry around all day. I honestly leave my dslr at home much more often now due to the fantastic capabilities of this camera.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I bought the V1 on sale to use with theTC1 adapter and my 70-200mm f/2.8 and 200-400mm f/4 lenses. The adapter autofocuses blazingly fast and preserves the original lenses max f-stops. The 10MP sensor has. 2.7 crop factor mashing the bigger zoom a 540-1024mm f/4! Both these lenses work well with a TC 1.4x. Moreover, the V1 has both a mechanical and electronic shutter that permits taking full resolution raw still image files while simultaneously taking HD video. The only drawback is that Nikon has not enabled AF-C with the TC1.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I purchased this camera at the recommendation of Thom Hogan for an affordable wildlife photography set up. The cost and weight of a 400 mm or 500 mm telephoto lens was out of the question for me. I have been using the Nikon 1 V1 with the FT-1 adapter and a 70-200 mm f/2.8 VRII at 200 mm for the equivalent of 540 mm reach and have gotten outstanding photos with this set up. However, the AF-C mode does not work with the FT-1 adapter so tracking is not an option.

I have also found that the camera with the native lenses (without the Ft-1 adapter) works well for action and sports.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I'm a serious photo amateur who usually shoots a Nikon D800 with fast glass. Sometimes I just don't want to lug 5-6 lbs. of DSLR around with me, so I wanted something small and light that still gave me good image quality at a reasonable price. When the cost of the V1 with two lenses dropped, I bought one. I read Tom Hogan's e-book on the J1/V1; necessary since the user's manual that came with the camera doesn't do it justice.There are several useless (for me) shooting modes, but I can set it up the way I want it: aperture priority or manual, white balance, ISO, NEF or JPG, Picture Control, etc., so I can get what I want from the image. The viewfinder is a necessity and it works well. The two lenses span the 35mm equivalent of 28-297mm, although they aren't very fast. Auto-focus is almost instant in anything but the lowest light where it slows down but still works. I can chimp the histogram, but it's only a luminance display, not RGB.You give up some of the configurability that you get with a high-end DSLR, but most of the important items can be set, albeit through a menu instead of buttons. For my purposes, this camera does a fine job and the image quality is fine.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

Just an amazing camera to use. Excellent in low light conditions and with Nikon's price reduction it's the best one I have ever bought. I have also purchased all the additional accessories for it.

Thanks again for a quick and easy transaction.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I use it for family activities

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I decided to downsize from a DSLR (Pentax K-5) to something more portable and affordable. I chose the V1 because of its viewfinder, fast autofocus, and the ability to change lenses. I knew the drawbacks: smaller sensor, less manual control, deeper DOF, etc. If you know and understand what you're getting into with the 1 system, and you're willing to work with it, it's totally capable.

I love the size of the camera. Build quality is excellent; it's hefty in a good way, and about as small as I can imagine being useful for something of its type. The lenses are accordingly small, and considering its reach, the 30-110 is really small. Handling is basic. As many have noted, there's no PASM dial, no way to adjust shooting mode, ISO, exposure compensation, etc. without going into the menu. I thought I'd miss it more than I do. It doesn't affect what I do in 90% of my shots (maybe more). I like the toggle switch for adjusting shutter speed / aperture - quicker and easier than the traditional wheel, in my opinion. Autofocus is quick and accurate. I'm not as blown away as some have been by it, but in an EVIL camera it's the best I've seen.

The real question is about image quality. For me I only shoot RAW with this camera - the jpgs didn't do it for me - and I'm very pleased. Anything up to ISO 800 is very good, and at the very least the noise pattern at 1600 and 3200 (in a pinch) is even and not super distracting. I'm happy with it. Do I wish it did what my K-5 did? Of course, but considering the trade-offs of size, price, and fun factor (I enjoy my V1 more), I'll take it. I'm no pro. I think I'm decent, but the K-5 was too much camera for me in nearly every respect.

Some things I don't like? I would like more manual control, of course, without having to go into the menu system. I said earlier that it's usually not an issue, but it would be helpful. The mode knob / wheel moves too easily for my taste. Manual focus is nearly impossible in my experience. More megapixels would be nice if it didn't decrease image quality (my Sony RX100 is 20MP with the same size sensor). But for me 10MP means I need to compose my picture properly, not just shoot to crop, so maybe it makes me a better photographer in the end. I wish this camera had an integrated flash, but considering that I rarely ever use a flash this is just a wish and not a flaw for me.

In conclusion, this is a keeper for me. I've used it enough that I don't feel like I'm missing out by not having a DSLR, and compared to other mirrorless systems I feel this one is (at its current price) is a bargain for what you get. I bought the 18.5mm (50mm equivalent) f1.8 prime and LOVE it, and have also had good results using an Opteka 10x macro lens with the 10-30mm kit lens for some nice, detailed macro shots.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

Better than I think, and I am learning to use it.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I have been using a Canon EOS 7D camera with a variety of lenses for all my photography in the past. I take like hiking in the outdoors and I take picutres at College Volleyball games. I now use My nikon for situations where weight and volume is a problem. The Nikon fits into the side pocket of my backpack and takes fantastic photos. I am anxious for the upcoming Volleyball season to try out the high speed capability of this mirrorless camera.

Comments about Nikon 1 V1 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 10-30mm and 30-110mm Lenses (Black):

I wanted a light-weight digial camera that could shoot good B&W for me now that I no longer have a film-based darkroom.

The Nikon 1 is awesome! It is light and small, but even with my large hands it is a 'good' fit, all the controls right were they should be.

I have it in monochrome mode and the eletronic viewfinder shows me the world in B&W, making it easy to look for patterns of light and shadow that make good B&W images.

The files come out a hair grey, but are a quick fix in Photoshop. Miller's made me a print of a hand-held image at 20x30 that blew my socks off, so the image stablization really works!

The camera can almost see in the dark. I didn't buy the optional flash and haven't needed it. This would be a good street-photography rig.

Both lenses are small, light, and snappy. The "folding" lens feature makes them highly portable.

Lovin' it!