good electronic viewfinder, fast (hybrid) autofocus, silent thanks to electronic viewfinder, to 60 images per second on full resolution (but not in RAW), good image quality, video equal to SLR
mode dial rotates too lightly, letting the camera switch unintentionally to for example video, no integrated flash, limited dynamic range
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Published: 2012-01-04, Author: Philip , review by: popphoto.com
With the 1 system cameras, Nikon seems to have lost focus on what has made it such a great camera manufacturer. The company that always put an emphasis on producing extremely sharp lenses and cutting-edge, rugged camera bodies has decided to target a lowe...
Fast AF and confident tracking in good lighting, Fast burst shooting, including 10fps with AF, Able to capture high-res stills while filming HD video, Built-in viewfinder, mic input and accessory port.
Viewfinder slow to activate and no manual override, Switches to slower AF system under dim conditions, No exposure bracketing, live histogram or effects, No built-in flash. Proprietary accessory shoe limits options, Shutter often too slow in Portrait mode to avoid blurring.
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Some impressive tricks, fast burst shooting and focusing, good EVF, retractable lenses
Too basic for hobbyists, too expensive for everyone else.
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