Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon D2X

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      Specifications

      General Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      BrandNikonNikon
      Model1 J2D2X
      Predecessor ModelNikon 1 J1 Nikon D1X
      Successor ModelNikon 1 J3 Nikon D2Xs
      MSRPSuggested retail price: $549.95
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor FormatCXDX
      Sensor Size1-inchAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions13.2 x 8.8 mm23.7 x 15.7 mm
      Total Pixels12 Megapixel12.84 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels10.1 Megapixel12.4 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 6,400100 - 800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 3,200
      Photo Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      ProcessorEXPEED 3
      Max Image Resolution3872 x 25924288 x 2848
      Other Resolutions3840 x 2160, 2896 x 1944, 1936 x 12963216 x 2136, 2144 x 1424
      Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:93:2
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, Basic
      Timelapse Recording
      Active D-LightingOn
      Off
      Focus Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Focusing SystemHybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF)
      AF-assist illuminator
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Lens ServoSingle-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus
      Number of Focus Points135
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenB-type BriteView Clear Matte Screen III; Interchangeable with Optional E-type Screen with Grid Lines
      Optics Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Lens MountNikon 1Nikon F
      Crop Factor2.7x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorInstant-return type
      Screen Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.0"2.5"
      Screen Resolution921k dot235k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.86x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.57x
      Shutter Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Shutter TypeElectronicElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/16000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting10.0 fps8.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFill-flash
      Red-eye reduction
      Rear curtain with sync
      Rear curtain with slow sync
      Slow sync
      Slow sync with red-eye reduction
      Front curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow
      Flash Range5.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/60 sec1/250 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash Systemi-TTL flash control using image sensor availableSB-26: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
      SB-27: Non-TTL Auto, M, Rear Curtain Sync
      SB-28: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
      SB-28DX: D-TTL, Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
      SB-80DX: D-TTL, Auto Aperture(AA), Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
      SB-400: i-TTL, AA camera option, no Manual output option
      SB-600: i-TTL, Manual, Red-Eye Reduction, AF Assist for multi area AF, Auto Zoom, Rear Curtain
      SB-800: i-TTL, Auto Aperture (AA), Non-TTL Auto (A), GN, Manual, Rear Curtain, RPT, Red-Eye Reduction, FV Lock, AF Assist for multi-area AF, Zoom
      SB-900: CLS cameras: i-TTL, AA, Non-TTL Auto, GN, M, RPT, AutoFP High Speed Sync (D3-series, D2-series, D700, D300s, D300, D200, D80 only), FV Lock, AF-Assist for mulit-area AF, Flash Color Info. Comm., Rear Curtain Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Auto Zoom
      SB-R1/SB-R200 triggered by camera's built in flash: No built in flash
      SB-R1C1/SB-R200 triggered by SU-800: i-TTL, M, AutoFP High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, Slow Sync
      Exposure Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure Compensation±3 (1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L buttonLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
      DXO Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      DxO Low Light ISO363476
      DxO Color Depth21.322.1
      DxO Dynamic Range10.810.9
      DxO Overall Score5459
      Video Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Movie File FormatMOV
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min
      Terminals Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Type C
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional ML-L3
      Environmental Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Dimensions106 x 61 x 30 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.18")158 x 150 x 86 mm (6.22 x 5.91 x 3.39")
      Weight (inc. batteries)238 g (0.52 lb / 8.40 oz)1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.9 x 5.6 x 4.2"
      Power and Storage Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Battery PackEN-EL20
      Battery Life230 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXCSingle Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive
      Other Nikon 1 J2 Nikon D2X
      Self Timer 2 to 20 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemOptical anti-dust mechanism
      Optional AccessoriesWireless Transmitter WT-2/2A / WT-1/1A, Extended Range Antenna WA-E1, AC AdaptorEH-6, Type-E Focusing Screen, Anti-fog Finder Eyepiece DK-17A, Eyepiece Correction Lens DK-17C series, Speedlight SB-800/SB-600, Nikon Capture 4 (Version 4.2) software, CompactFlash" card


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