| General | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Model | 1 J3 | 1 J5 |
| Predecessor Model | Nikon 1 J2 | Nikon 1 J4 |
| Successor Model | Nikon 1 J4 | |
| MSRP | $499 (w/10-30mm PZ lens), $749 (w/10-30 PZ and 30-110mm lenses), $1049 (w/10-100mm lens) | |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor Format | CX | CX |
| Sensor Size | 1-inch | 1-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8 mm | 13.2 x 8.8 mm |
| Total Pixels | 15.13 Megapixel | 23.01 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 14.2 Megapixel | 20.8 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 160 - 6,400 | 160 - 12,800 |
| Photo | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | EXPEED 5A | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 5568 x 3712 |
| Other Resolutions | 4176 x 2784, 2784 x 1856 | |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2, 16:9 | 3:2 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, normal | |
| Bit Depth | 12-Bit | 12-Bit |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| Active D-Lighting | On Off | On Off |
| Focus | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Focusing System | Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF) AF-assist illuminator | Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF) AF-assist illuminator |
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Tracking | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View |
| Lens Servo | Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, | Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Number of Focus Points | 135 | 171 |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 41 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon 1 | Nikon 1 |
| Crop Factor | 2.7x | 2.7x |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Tilting |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD | 180 degree flip-up TFT LCD |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 921k dot | 1,037k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder |
| Shutter | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) | 1/16000 sec | 1/16000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 15.0 fps | 20.0 fps |
| Flash | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto Auto with red-eye reduction Fill-flash Fill-flash with slow sync Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction with slow sync Rear curtain sync Rear curtain with slow sync Slow sync with red-eye reduction Off | Auto Auto with red-eye reduction Fill-flash Fill-flash with slow sync Red-eye reduction Red-eye reduction with slow sync Rear curtain sync Rear curtain with slow sync Slow sync with red-eye reduction Off |
| Flash Range | 5.00 m | 5.00 m at ISO 100 |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/60 sec | |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV steps) | -3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV steps) |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash System | i-TTL flash control using image sensor available | i-TTL flash control using image sensor available |
| Exposure | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Multi Center-weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 (1/3 EV increments) | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button | Luminosity locked at metered value when shutter-release button is pressed halfway |
| DXO | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 420 | 479 |
| DxO Color Depth | 20.4 | 22.1 |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 11.0 | 12.0 |
| DxO Overall Score | 52 | 65 |
| Video | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Movie File Format | MOV | MOV |
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| Recording Limit | 30 min | 30 min |
| Terminals | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Type C | Micro |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | via optional WU-1b mobile adapter | |
| Wi-Fi Version | 802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz | |
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| Remote Control | Optional ML-L3 | via smartphone |
| Environmental | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29 mm (3.98 x 2.4 x 1.14") | 98 x 60 x 32 mm (3.86 x 2.36 x 1.26") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 201 g (0.44 lb / 7.09 oz) | 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.9 x 5.7 x 4.2" | 6.7 x 6.1 x 4.6" |
| Package Weight | 1.95 lb |
| Power and Storage | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | EN-EL20 | EN-EL24 |
| Battery Life | 220 shots | 250 shots |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Nikon 1 J3 | Nikon 1 J5 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 10 secs | |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System | Dust Shield | Dust Shield |
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