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    Nikon J1 ~ a travelling companion

    Low light - Top J1, Bottom D90 Good light - Top J1, Bottom D90 :bsmilie: does that reassure you about getting a serious compact while you still want D5000 quality? i hate to say this, after using the J1, I had no appetite for my compacts or even my PEN. i also hate to say that I can now go...
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    Nikon J1 ~ a travelling companion

    Hi Raptor, I didn't try the V1, but I believe the quality is the same. Here is a snapshot when taking video. Do note that there is a buffer limit to number of photos you can snap when filming video. I was filming using the best quality which is 1080i/60fps. It does not work in other...
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    Nikon J1 ~ a travelling companion

    Good light comparison: Low light comparison: Make a guess which is by Nikon J1 and which is by Nikon D90? ;)
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    Nikon J1 ~ a travelling companion

    Conclusion Here are some pros and cons about the Nikon J1. PROS Sharp images in good day light VR gives steady shots in low light without the need for tripod Excellent noise control allows night shots without tripod Excellent video quality at a button away Take snapshots while...
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    Nikon J1 ~ a travelling companion

    Here are videos shot using the Nikon J1: http://youtu.be/kDnwbdviJfw?hd=1 This video is shot handheld with a 10-30mm standard zoom lens. The video quality direct from the Nikon J1 is very good. Plugging it direct to my home LED TV impressed the audience, and is great for sharing on youtube...
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    Nikon J1 ~ a travelling companion

    Here are some photos in low light conditions: From indoors to night scenes, I can absolutely rely on Nikon to deliver. The photos were all shot handheld and I had no complains about noise or image blur.
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    Nikon J1 ~ a travelling companion

    Here are some images shot using the Nikon J1: I must admit that the day shots are sharp and crisp. Colors come out punchy straight out of the camera.
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    Nikon J1 ~ a travelling companion

    Here is my experience of using the Nikon J1 dual lenses kit for travelling. I had my Nikon D90 with 18-270mm and PEN with 10-140mm to choose from for this trip, but I decided to leave the PEN at home and go with my D90 and the J1, in case the J1 did not perform up to my expectations. To my...
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    WTSell: Compact - Panasonic Lumix LX3

    Advertisement Category: Want To Sell (WTS) Equipment Type: Compact Equipment Brand: Panasonic Equipment Model: Lumix LX3 Price (S$): 490 Description: Lumix-LX3 Lens cap Original battery x1 OEM battery x1 Charger, cables, documents and CD-ROMs in mint box * Brand new LUMIX lanyard (taken...
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    WTSell: Compact - Panasonic LX3

    Advertisement Category: Want To Sell (WTS) Equipment Type: Compact Equipment Brand: Panasonic Equipment Model: LX3 Price (S$): 550 Description: Panasonic LX3 Box with all contents + Lumix Case + 3rd party battery (life is good) + 3rd party 46mm-52mm lens adaptor (for using with common...
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    WTSell: DSLR - Nikon Nikon D200 + Vertical Battery Grip

    Advertisement Category: Want To Sell (WTS) Equipment Type: DSLR Equipment Brand: Nikon Equipment Model: Nikon D200 + Vertical Battery Grip Price (S$): 900 Description: Nikon D200 body Complete box with all retail accessories and documents inside: Box (mint in wrapper), Rechargeable...
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    WTSell: DSLR - Nikon D90 body

    Advertisement Category: Want To Sell (WTS) Equipment Type: DSLR Equipment Brand: Nikon Equipment Model: D90 body Price (S$): 1100 Description: Nikon D90 body only Includes: Box, Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, Quick Charger MH-18a, USB Cable UC-E4, Audio/Video Cable EG-D2...