Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon D2Xs

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      Specifications

      General Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      BrandNikonNikon
      Model1 J5D2Xs
      Predecessor ModelNikon 1 J4 Nikon D2X
      Successor ModelNikon D3X
      MSRP$499 (w/10-30mm PZ lens), $749 (w/10-30 PZ and 30-110mm lenses), $1049 (w/10-100mm lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Sensor TypeBSI-CMOSCMOS
      Sensor FormatCXDX
      Sensor Size1-inchAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions13.2 x 8.8 mm23.7 x 15.7 mm
      Total Pixels23.01 Megapixel12.84 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels20.8 Megapixel12.4 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range160 - 12,800100 - 800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 3,200
      Photo Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      ProcessorEXPEED 5A
      Max Image Resolution5568 x 37124288 x 2848
      Other Resolutions4176 x 2784, 2784 x 18563216 x 2136, 2144 x 1424
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2
      Image File FormatJPEG, TIFF, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normalFine, Normal, Basic
      Bit Depth12-Bit12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto, Manual (6 steps with fine tuning), Preset (5 settings), Color temperature setting in Kelvin (select from 31 steps), White balance bracketing (2 to 9 frames adjustable in 10, 20, 30 MIRED steps)
      Active D-LightingOn
      Off
      Focus Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Focusing SystemHybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF)
      AF-assist illuminator
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFSingle Area AF, Dynamic AF with Focus Tracking and Lock-on, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic AF, Group Dynamic AF, Focus Lock, Selectable from 11 focus areas (High Speed Cropped: 9 focus areas)
      Number of Focus Points171
      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 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Lens MountNikon 1Nikon F
      Crop Factor2.7x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorInstant-return type
      Screen Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Screen TypeTiltingFixed
      Screen Technology180 degree flip-up TFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"2.5"
      Screen Resolution1,037k dot235k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.86x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.57x
      Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1
      Depth-of-field previewStop-down lens aperture by pressing Depth-of-field Preview Button
      Shutter Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      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 Shooting20.0 fps8.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      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
      Front curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow
      Flash Range5.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash Systemi-TTL flash control using image sensor available
      External Flash ConnectionStandard ISO hot-shoe contact with safely lock
      ISO 519 standard Terminal with lock screw provided
      Exposure Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure Modes[P] Programmed Auto with flexible program, [S] Shutter-priority Auto, Aperture-priority Auto, [M] Manual, Auto Exposure Lock
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV steps, 2 to 9 frames
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at metered value when shutter-release button is pressed halfwayLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
      DXO Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      DxO Low Light ISO479489
      DxO Color Depth22.122.2
      DxO Dynamic Range12.010.9
      DxO Overall Score6559
      Video Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Movie File FormatMOV
      Internal Recording ModesNo
      Interval Recording Possible with Timer Remote
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min
      Terminals Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      NFC
      Remote Control via smartphone
      Environmental Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Dimensions98 x 60 x 32 mm (3.86 x 2.36 x 1.26")158 x 150 x 86 mm (6.22 x 5.91 x 3.39")
      Weight (inc. batteries)231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz)1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.7 x 6.1 x 4.6"
      Package Weight1.95 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Battery PackEN-EL24
      Battery Life250 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: MicroSD/SDHC/SDXCSingle Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive
      Other Nikon 1 J5 Nikon D2Xs
      Self Timer 2 or 10 secs 2 to 20 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemDust Shield
      Optional AccessoriesWT-2/2A Wireless Transmitter, WA-E1 Extended Range Antenna, EH-6 AC Adapter, Type-E Focusing Screen, DG-2 Magnifier, DK-17A Anti-fog Finder Eyepiece, DK-19 Rubber Eyepiece Cup, DK-17C Eyepiece Correction Lens series, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, DR-5 Right-Angle Magnifying Viewing Attachment, SB-800/SB-600/R200 Speedlights, Capture NX software, Camera Control Pro Software, Image Authentication Software


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