Differences and comparisons Nikon D5200 VS Canon 650D

Do you have plan to buy a new Digital SLR camera? 

It is common knowledge that people will buy a Digital SLR camera will usually remember the name of the Nikon or Canon. Both of these brands have long competed in the world of photography. Canon and Nikon, the two brands always make prospective buyers confused before they decide to buy a new Digital SLR camera. Are you also confused to choose Digital SLR camera?

Why do not you try the Sony Alpha series cameras, Pentax K series, Olympus, Sigma or Panasonic GH-3? Well, let's look at the comparison between the Canon 650D and the Nikon D5200. Both cameras are inherited from previous generations of technological sophistication, even in the two cameras have been equipped with the features of a full frame camera.

 

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LCD screen

Canon EOS 650D using the touch screen. This kind of screen is familiar to users or compact mirrorless camera, but it is the first in the types of DSLR cameras. With a touch screen, we can change the setting to more quickly and easily, but it can be used to review the photo with the iPhone camera like rubbing the screen to the right or to the left. The screen size is also slightly larger than the Nikon D3200 camera screen (3.2 inches vs. 3 inches).

Interface design and menu has been updated and the Nikon D5200 better than the previous series, but tough against the UI and completeness of the buttons on the camera beginner Canon, especially Canon 650D which has been equipped with a touch screen. Of course you have other considerations.

Autofocus capabilities

Nikon D3200 autofocus rely on the same autofocus module with Nikon D7000 camera with 39 points, including 9 cross-type sensitive types. This module is slightly better than the Canon 650D which has only 9 points, all cross-type manifolds. To photograph moving subjects, the Nikon D5200 will be more reliable because the focal point is more and there is also 3D tracking legendary Nikon's proven reliability.

When using the LCD screen to compose images (live view), Canon 650D camera users can touch the screen to use autofocus feature and take photos. In practice, the speed is a little slow, but speed is better than the Nikon D3200.

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Lens options

As with other Nikon beginner camera, D5200 does not have a focus motor in the camera body. Therefore lens Nikon AF-D type can be installed but cannot autofocus. D5200 users must use AF-S lenses for autofocus can. AF-S lens is already quite a lot these days, but the average price is more expensive than the AF-D lenses. While the Canon 650D can use all Canon EOS lenses and everything can autofocus. So this is another plus for the Canon 650D. You can still choose third party lens that produced by Sigma, Tamron, Tokinon or Samyang from Korea.

Feature Video

Almost all Digital SLR cameras have a video feature though rarely used, but it would have been nice if your camera has the ability to record video, so you can make a short film or video clip. For video recording, the Nikon D5200 has the ability to record Full HD-quality video with 60 frames per second. This exceeds that only Canon can achieve 30 frames per second. As a result, the video recordings of the Nikon D5200 will look smoother. But in its operation, especially autofocus while video, the Canon 650D is faster and smoother if the STM lenses (18-135mm 40mm STM or STM).

Image quality

 

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Side of the picture quality, both cameras are probably almost no difference because they can produce very good photos, they both can run at ISO 100 to 800, the remainder of the ISO will arise the rather disturbing noise. About the resolution, Canon 18 using a MP CMOS sensor while Nikon uses 24 MP CMOS sensor. Although the resulting image Canon EOS 650D and Nikon D5200 is as good, for maximum results, requires you to use a lens with optical quality, of course the price is high, but you do not need to worry because you can buy lenses made by third parties like Sigma, Tamron, Samyang, Rokinon Tokinon or.

Canon 650D has 18 MP CMOS sensor, the same as the Canon 550D to Canon EOS 7D. This sensor is already in circulation long enough (3 years). Fairly smooth picture quality up to ISO 800. At ISO 1600, image quality begins to decrease due to the onset of noise. But if you use the print size to small / standard 4R-5R is still smooth.

Nikon D5200 get the new sensor is 24 MP CMOS sensor. Reportedly this sensor is not the same as the Nikon D3200 though possessed the same pixel size. Judging from the photos on the official Nikon website, I get the impression that the new sharp image results would be obtained with a higher quality lens than the 18-55mm lens bundled.

Conclusion

Indeed, the comparison between the Canon EOS 650D with the Nikon D5200 just a little and it has added value in each of the camera. Where Canon is superior to Nikon because Nikon is equipped with a touch screen, faster autofocus when using STM lens, navigation buttons fuller, more lens options also. But, do not be discouraged, because the Nikon was superior to, the 24-MP CMOS sensor, the focal point focal point 39 more, record more Full HD videos smoothly. In choosing your emotion was wise to the features offered, so you do not regret it later. Although there is a touch screen on the Canon 650D, but you will also be satisfied with the performance of the Nikon D5200.

 

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Both are reliable for the camera for the beginner category. 650D and D5200 arguably is the border between segments beginner and intermediate DSLR cameras. Each has a plus minus. Advantage lies in the Nikon D5200 24 MP sensor, video and Autofocus. Canon 650D advantage lies in the interface, touch screen and lens compatibility.

Canon 650D has more lens options, in addition, the Canon 650D is also a great choice if you want the ease of use offered LCD touch screen and a smooth autofocus while video recording and live view (only with lens STM). You can buy third party lens made by Tamron, Sigma or other brand such as Tokinon or Samyang.

I suggest you to compare well with alternative camera from Olympus, Pentax, Sony or Panasonic as I have mentioned above. The technology used in the camera is also high quality alternative, even Panasonic Lumix GH-3 is very great in high-definition video technology so you can use it to create video clips or movies. Once again, whatever camera you choose should be based on your needs and your budget.

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Welcoming new digital cameras in 2013

Do you have plans to buy a new digital camera in 2013's? You'll have plenty of options this year, good for a compact camera, mirrorless cameras or digital SLR cameras. You can choose according to your needs and your budget.

All the famous brands of digital cameras will make the world more excited, because a new range of digital cameras will be available in the first quarter and the second quarter in the year 2013. You can patiently wait until April or you could consider some cameras are mentioned below:

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Pentax MX-1: Compact cameras advanced design features such as a camera films antiquity. The top of the camera is made of brass which gives the impression of a classic. MX-1 has a zoom lens 28-112mm f/1.8-2.5 and substantial resolution 12MP sensor and measuring 1/1.7 inches. The drawback is the camera does not have flash holder.

Samsung NX300: At first glance, the design is almost similar to the NX210. But the NX300 has two colors that give the impression of a classic. The camera also gets an LCD touch screen and a new processor. Overall performance including autofocus speed will be faster than NX200 or NX210. Samsung also announced a new 45mm f/1.8 2D/3D. This Samsung lens is quite interesting.

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Fuji X100S: The camera is easy to be a star of the CES show. Fuji X100 is so popular for serious photographers, especially street photographer. I'm sure going X100s more popular again as new surplus. Fuji X100s got 16MP X-Trans CMOS sensor APS-C size (equivalent to most DSLR cameras). The images from these sensors are almost as good as a full frame sensor. Autofocus camera predecessor was criticized for being slow, now updated with a processor and a much faster autofocus. In addition, there are new features that focus peaking and dual split image to assist the manual focus accuracy. This camera has a fixed lens, that cannot be replaced or zoom. The size of the lens is equivalent to 35mm f / 2.

Fuji X20: As the younger brother of X100S, Fujifilm X20 has a better autofocus speed than its predecessor. Image sensor the same size, but has now risen to 16 MP resolutions. Lens remains the same i.e. 28-112mm f/2-2.8 which I think is very good. This camera is Suitable for vacation and family events. The price estimated at around U.S. $ 599.

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You can also choose a camera that is equipped with Android, the Android Polaroid iM1836 camera. The new camera from Polaroid is quite surprising. It's Unique because the camera image sensors inside the lens unit, similar to the Ricoh GXR system. The camera system uses a 1-inch image sensor (crop factor 2.7 "). Not surprisingly, the design is similar to the Nikon one, looks almost similar to the Nikon series J. This camera will run Android 4.1 and has a 3.5-inch touch screen. Module adapter for micro four thirds, Pentax K-mount and Nikon F will be available in the future.

Certainly the presence of Polaroid will be very good for the progress of digital camera technology. We will also have a more varied selection. You do not need to argue about the competition between Nikon and Canon. You are free to choose. In the market you can see the presence of camera brands such as Panasonic, Olympus, Sigma, Casio, Sony, Leica, and some brands that have been mentioned above.

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Canon EOS 650D with sophisticated touch screen

If you want to enjoy the sophistication of a touch screen Digital SLR camera, then you can rely on Canon EOS 650D. Is EOS series is more powerful than its predecessor, the EOS 600D?

Canon EOS 650D is using an 18 megapixel CMOS sensor, DIGIC 5 processor and a 3-inch touch screen. Canon EOS 650D can record up to 5.0 images per second and offers ISO speeds up to 12,800 (expandable to 25,600). In Live View mode or Movie Shooting, its AF system (auto focus) works fast with 9-point AF. While the EOS Scene Detection technology will set the proper exposure levels automatically to facilitate you take pictures in any situation in the auto mode.   

Canon's EOS 650D, not only capable of producing quality images, but also video. In fact he was able to keep the subject is moving closer / away from the camera to stay focused.

Canon EOS 650D  Image: reading-news.us

You can zoom forward / backward without worry come zooming sound recorded. Focus on autofocus when recording video even more rapid, accurate, and smooth.  Thanks to Movie Servo AF feature that works when you pair a new lens EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM on this camera. Do not be worried zooming moved accidentally, because the zoom ring locks to prevent it.

Still for business video, there are also features Video Snapshot Editor usually included in the Canon compact cameras and camcorders are the latest. With this feature, you can record video clips for 2, 4, or 8 seconds without the hassle of set duration. With the same features, you can also make and play video albums have you add the music.

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Since the Canon EOS 650D a touch screen, you are not required to press the shutter button when shooting in Live View mode. Simply touch the desired area on the LCD, and the camera will automatically focus. When combined with the Touch Shutter feature, so when the subject in focus, the camera will automatically record images.

There are some interesting modes in this DSLR camera. Handheld Night Scene for example. If the multi-shot noise reduction is active in this mode, the camera will take a picture four times and integrate them into one photo. The goal is to minimize noise, while improving the detail photos. This is suitable when you're shooting in low light conditions without the aid of a tripod.

Another interesting mode is the HDR Backlight Control, the camera will immediately take a picture 3 times: once with normal exposure, one with under exposure to produce a detailed picture, and once with over exposure to produce the detail in the shadow areas. All three results are then combined to produce a photo with optimal exposure, so the details of the light and dark areas can be presented properly.

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Tips for choosing lenses

 If you have purchased Digital SLR camera or a Micro Four Thirds (MFT) or Mirrorless camera, then you definitely want to have an additional lens.

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Any lens that you will be sure to buy according to your needs. Usually the novice photographer will buy a versatile zoom lens and wide angle lenses. After mastering the use of the camera, then you'll start to think buying another lens such as fish-eye lenses, telephoto lens or macro lens.  

The lens is a device in which photography has a long life. During this digital age there is practically no significant changes in lens technology that makes the entire lens must be replaced because of technological changes on the body. The following tips on choosing a lens.

Fixed lens has advantages in terms of optical quality and wide aperture. While the zoom lens has the advantage of flexibility and mobility of use. At the time of traveling, would not want to bother with carrying three or more fixed lens to capture the entire moment that happened. In contrast at low light conditions, would have difficulty in capturing moments that occur when using the largest aperture zoom lens with f / 4. Therefore, fixed lens and a zoom lens has the motion of each that must be put to good use by photographers.

As an initial guide you should have a zoom lens with a normal range (17-50) first, then a fixed lens included in your shopping queue.50mm or 85mm fixed lens is often chosen as the first fixed lens.

Some already have a zoom lens optical quality equivalent to the fixed lens. To select a zoom lens like this should of course be obtained by reaching deeper pockets. Owned by the aperture zoom lens like this is generally constant and quite wide, generally is f/2.8.If sufficient funds are not hurt if a lens like this have as your main lens. If funds are not too large, it may be 3rd party lenses can be an attractive option.

3rd party lenses often steal the show through the optical quality is no less than 1st party lenses. After comparing prices, 3rd party lens is certainly more tempting. However there are many people who still doubt the ability of the 3rd party lens. Can not blame it, saying there is no price in the world of photographic quality often missed.Shortage of 3rd party lenses are usually located on the build quality is not as good as 1st party lenses. Besides the quality of the same type of products with one another is often uneven. Therefore, we often encounter the term "good copy" and "bad copy" sticking out of the discussion on 3rd party lenses. More economical prices on 3rd party lenses make this lens remains a target device list for the photographer who put quality on a limited budget. Feel free to test before buying and do not forget to ask for after-sales service guarantee.


Before you buy new or used lens, you should see the reviews in the photography magazines or reviews on the Internet. You also can discuss with friends who are already experienced. If you're ready, just choose a lens that fits your budget.

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DSLR review

Many are asking what the advantages and disadvantages of a DSLR camera system. In general, all DSLR cameras is almost the same: have a large sensor is larger than a pocket camera / mobile phone, has the function of manual and automatic. What distinguishes usually is the design, features and a collection of lenses and accessories.

It's hard to say which system is best because each has advantages and disadvantages. In addition, each model is different and has its own advantages, disadvantages, too.
According to my observations during the last two-three years, I will review briefly some of the uniqueness of the popular DSLR camera system.

Canon: One of the camera system is the most popular DSLR cameras in the world. Canon lens has a complete collection of low-quality to high. Canon cameras are also complete for the beginner to very advanced for upscale professionals.

I love the camera-Canon brand camera novice compared to other brands such as Canon 1100D for beginners, 500D and 550D I think it is easy to use, the interface and menus are also very neat and well organized. Disadvantages of Canon cameras beginner material rather cheap and not so good when your handheld.

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The last two years, more focus in the development of Canon DSLR camera that can record video clips. To date, almost all Canon DSLR cameras surpass its competitors in the affairs of the video recording.

Nikon: Same as Canon, Nikon system can be fairly complete.Many Nikon lenses are high quality and more expensive than the Canon. I liked especially the advanced Nikon camera (D300s, D700, D3) since the auto focus works very well, probably the best compared to other brands. Control of noise at high ISO is also a class above other brands, making it suitable to be used for photos in a dark room conditions.

Unlike the Canon, I did not really like Nikon beginner camera (D40, D60, D3000, D3100) because I think the inter-face is not good. For example the menu structure is less tidy and also the buttons are available to access less frequently used settings. In addition, beginners Nikon camera has no auto focus motor so that for some long lens, can not use auto focus (manual only).

Sony: Sony is a relative newcomer, but the Konica Minolta technology that uses technology in Sony's acquisition a few years ago. Sony is quite aggressive and a lot of new models every year, but the models are similar-similar camera. Sony also has a row of camera models from which to beginners up to the professionals, even for professionals who are not as sophisticated and as much as Canon & Nikon.

There is some uniqueness in Sony cameras than Canon and Nikon. For example his cameras have built-in feature that helps prevent the steady shot image blur due to hand shakes us (if Canon & Nikon feature is located on the lens). So many cameras Sony also has two auto focus sensor so that the auto focus when live view mode (such as a pocket camera) much faster than any other brand cameras. In addition, many models of Sony cameras that have LCD screens that can swivel so as to facilitate the composition of the photo above the head or under foot.

During its development, beginner camera Sony is not so changed in its features, most only slightly changed design. For the choice of sophisticated camera, Sony does not offer much, A700 and A900 had not been updated for a long time.

On the other hand, Sony aggressively in producing camera-like DSLR cameras like the Sony A55, A33, and Sony NEX-5, NEX-3.

Pentax: Pentax arguably a small player in the arena of digital SLR cameras, but the Pentax camera design is actually quite good.The focus of the Pentax factory in recent years is to be different (Be Different). Pentax DSLR cameras such as miles, kx small but sturdy with enough features to compete. The uniqueness of this camera is to use the universal AAA batteries, so if you run out of batteries, can simply buy in a store nearby. Pentax kx is also available in various colors like white and red.

Then Pentax also has a K7 and K5, which is a sophisticated SLR camera size is not so great, but bear in bad weather, including in very cold conditions. In the system, a collection of Pentax lenses are not as much as the big three (Canon, Nikon, Sony) but the Pentax has a lens - a lens prime / fixed a very small and of high quality such as the Pentax 70mm f/2.4, 31mm f/1.4 and so on.Like Sony, all Pentax camera models are also equipped with vibration dampers are built-in.

Olympus: Olympus DSLR system uniqueness lies in the size of the camera and lens are comparatively smaller and thinner. This is because the Olympus sensor using 4:3 (four thirds), which is smaller than a DSLR those presented above. As a result, the maximum image quality from 4:3 sensor is some what less, especially at high ISO. However, Olympus photo quality is much better than a pocket camera. Although small, except for the camera Olympus E-420 model, there are also features built-in vibration. Olympus E-620 is also very interesting for you to test.

Every digital camera has all the features and sophistication with its ability to produce quality images. But the man behind the gun very important role in addition to the sophistication of a camera. If you frequently use your camera, then you will be more familiar with the various buttons and features on your camera. Take advantage of your leisure time to bring your camera when going for a walk or on holiday alone or with family and friends. 

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DSLR Camera

Choosing the right DSLR Camera

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You as a beginner might be confused when going to pick and choose a digital camera because the development of today's digital cameras are so awesome, especially the development of D-SLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex). Since the DCS 100 camera introduced in 1991, D-SLR camera is enhanced by the camera manufacturer. For D-SLR camera category, the principle of "money" not ever lie "is true. The more expensive the camera, the better is the camera, but do not you be afraid to choose a new camera because of a camera with a friendly price is also great. 


What should you do? Here are a few things to note for the beginner photographer before deciding to buy a D-SLR camera.
1. Sensor 
Note the CCD or CMOS sensors used in kemera. There are several variants of this digital camera sensor, that is Full Frame (36 x 24mm), APS-H (28.7 x 19mm), APS-C (22.2 x 14.8 mm), and Four-thirds (17, 3 x 13mm). This size difference is confusing for beginners, but in short, if we use a full frame sensor (the ratio of image 3:2), then the image in the viewfinder will look full. If printed on photo paper size 4 R (15 x 10 cm), then there is no cropping of the mold because it matches the size of the LCD (15: 10 = 3: 2). But if we use APS-C sensor, there is a crop factor obtained from the division as follows, full frame sensor width: the width of the sensor is APS-C, (36: 22.2 = 1.6) then the sensor is APS-C crop factor there is a , 6 meaning that the image is not seen intact as on fullframe sensor.


Cameras with APS-C sensor, more suitable for telephoto, because if we use the lens 70 - 300mm, that means we use a lens 112 - 480mm.


2. D-SLR cameras require special care
D-SLR camera, has the ability interchangable lens (the lens can be redeemed for free). The risk of opening the lens D-SLR camera body, allowing dust into the camera, while the D-SLR cameras are very sensitive at all to dust. Dust will stick to the camera sensor, and the results of the photo will look, especially when using a small aperture (diaphragm). To clean the dust, can use special dust blower available at camera stores. Although the latest D-SLR camera has been equipped with automatic dust cleaning system, but still required manually.


3. D-SLR camera has a shutter a certain age (shutter count)
If we use an analog SLR cameras, each taking the picture, we are limited by the number of frames that exist on the rolls of film negatives that we use. On D-SLR camera, it was abolished. We can take pictures at a time up to hundreds or even thousands of photos, as long as have enough data storage memory. However, the D-SLR cameras are known as the shutter count, which records the number of shots made by the camera's shutter. Each D-SLR camera, has a shutter count or estimate of "lifetime" shutter. In factory testing, D-SLR camera capable of reaching the middle class 50ribu shots. While the D-SLR camera can achieve above upscale 100ribu shots without a problem. Thus, the D-SLR cameras are suitable for beginners in the study, provided that when learned, we still have the concept of photographing, to think before shooting, so do not waste shutter age.


4. D-SLR Camera resolution (megapixels)
Digital cameras give us the option to determine how much resolution we need. Currently, the resolution capability of D-SLR cameras has reached more than 18 mp. The larger the resolution of the camera, the greater the memory required to store images while shooting. Basically, the resolution on the size of 10 mp camera, for example, reaches a maximum resolution of 3872 x 2592. But for the needs of ordinary photography, the resolution of it will take a great memory, therefore, the D-SLR cameras are always equipped with a choice of max-resolution and low resolution, so that we can choose as needed.


 Many professional photographers still use 6 mp resolution, because it is still considered sufficient to make good photos. Selection of resolution for cropping images usually later. In addition, the resolution is not everything. In digital cameras, the determination of resolution is not necessarily related to the sharpness of the image. On D-SLR camera, the sharpness of the picture is more determined by the class of lens used.


There is truth to say that it is better to buy a camera that is not too fancy, but you are saving money to buy a nice variety of lenses in the future, so you can beat your friend's picture who prefer the luxury and high price.

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Mirror Less Camera

On this planet there are several types of cameras which we are familiar: a compact camera or point-to-shoot and SLR cameras that eventually became a DSLR camera because now fewer and fewer people carrying ordinary SLR camera using celluloid film. In the midst of developing a digital camera, it turns out there is very unique camera is a camera that pioneered less mirrors Olympus and Panasonic. 


Canon has not released the mirror less camera, but after a long awaited, Nikon finally decided to go jump in the world mirrorless camera, following the steps Olympus, Panasonic, Sony and Pentax more first born. It dismissed the notion that Nikon will not want to make mirrorless camera because it was comfortable with the sale of their DSLR cameras.For the initial steps to launch two types of Nikon cameras that Nikon Nikon V1 and J1 with a lens that must be removed. Like what my opinion on something new? Find out more.

As we know, Nikon and Canon DSLR cameras is the market leader and all types of lenses. Competitors such as Olympus, Pentax or Sony was not much hope to win a lot of share in the DSLR segment. Even Panasonic's previous make any DSLR camera as reluctant to re-create a similar camera. Be similarity fate makes them (Olympus, Panasonic, Sony, Samsung and Pentax) choose to compete in other segments, namely mirrorless camera (whether in the future either Fuji or Kodak film will come following a similar move). Canon and Nikon were constantly pressured from all directions. Competitors who make the cameras start to affect the level of sales mirrorless DSLR Nikon and Canon.
On the other hand, Nikon and Canon fans pressing Nikon and Canon to create a mirrorless camera in order not to lose face.Though Nikon or Canon cameras are well aware that making mirrorless will only make the situation more complicated. 

Finally, Nikon decided to try a new luck with drafting a new mirrorless camera system that is unique and makes a lot of pros and cons between the photographer (apparently still more the cons). Though different from other brands (eg Sony), Nikon will probably not make mirrorless camera that is as good as their DSLR. So that's the case is the birth of a camera system with a small sensor, it is still smaller than the Micro Four Thirds cameras and unfamiliar new crop factor of 2.7 x.

Before discussing the Nikon A1 and V1, I want to say my opinion about the Nikon 1 in general. From initial concept mirrorless camera is aimed to be an alternative to large and heavy DSLR.So it remains a mirrorless camera system camera with a lens lineup specially designed for it. As for the affairs of the sensor is used, the originator of this type of camera is still maintaining the quality of the same photo with a DSLR, so that the sensor used is the same size as a DSLR. Panasonic and Olympus Four Thirds sensor wear, even Sony and Samsung use APS-C sensor. As a result generally mirrorless cameras have large sensors have two advantages: high ISO noise and safety of a beautiful bokeh. The surprise comes when all of a sudden Pentax introduces the Pentax Q mirrorless camera that uses a small sensor, the size is exactly the same as a pocket camera. Step Pentax reap a lot of criticism and also leaves many questions why Pentax to do just that. Hard to believe there will be people who want to buy an expensive camera body, with a wide selection of lenses just to get a picture with mediocre results.

Nikon comes to filling a gap between mirrorless sensors Four Thirds cameras (large sensor) and Pentax cameras Q (small sensor). From the selected sensor size Nikon, produced a new crop factor of 2.7 x CX named Nikon lenses so as to obtain a focal range 28-80mm lens Nikon should make a very wide which is 10-30mm. Whereas the Four Thirds camp has 2x crop factor makes it difficult for wide lens. So CX format is indeed more suitable for tele focal range, which proved a telephoto lens equivalent to 80-300mm quite realized by making 30-110mm lens alone. Advantages Nikon sensor 1 is allowed to be made rather small-sized lens, like the picture above. Compare with Sony NEX format that lens alone is huge.

Nikon sensor size 1 which is larger than a pocket camera sensor (see picture above) can bring other benefits that should be able to give results that are relatively clean images from ISO noise in the medium (up to ISO 400). At least ISO 800 can be used if forced, with a noise that can still be tolerated. For comparison, compact cameras will begin to noise at ISO 200, while the noise DSLR cameras start at ISO 800. But the Nikon sensor 1 is still insufficient to get the impression the photo or name bokeh background blur, even though using a large aperture.

Then for whom this mirrorless Nikon makes the camera? Basically it's not easy to ask the photographer to switch from DSLR cameras mirrorless. The main reason is that even mirrorless camera prices are still more expensive than DSLR cameras. Another reason is the lack of lens choices and not everyone is willing to leave the comfort of peering through the optical viewfinder. Nikon are well aware of it and from the beginning does not target the lovers to have a Nikon DSLR Nikon 1. Nikon DSLR aimed at those who like photography to class pro photographers, Nikon is better positioned as a gap filler between the pocket and DSLR cameras. So I conclude that the Nikon one will be liked by those who do not want to have a DSLR (probably because of its size or because they do not want a headache choosing the lens), those looking for a small camera lens can be removed but the results still meet the standards, or those who want to have a camera equally good for photos and video while remaining easy to use (point and shoot).

Everything is back to the market and competition in the market who will determine whether the Nikon one will succeed or fail. With the sale price, we can choose a DSLR like the Nikon D5100 kit or other mirrorless like Lumix GF-3 or the Olympus E-PL3. Competition will be tight, but Nikon is not without preparation for the plunge in this new world. Nikon even has prepared a variety of lenses and accessories specifically for this format. Even if Nikon one will fail, at least Nikon has tried. What about the attitude to be taken the mortal enemy of Canon Nikon namely, whether daring to make a mirrorless camera or simply enjoy the best-selling series The popular Canon EOS and compact cameras are also very popular lovers of photography?

Here is the specs of the Nikon A1 and V1 as the material for your consideration: 

Nikon J1
10 MP CMOS sensor
73 AF points (hybrid-with phase detection and contrast detection)the world's fastest
EXPEED processor dual core 3
3-inch screen, 461 thousand pixels
no manual mode and RAW but accessible via the menu
burst 10 fps
ISO 100-3200, can be increased up to ISO 6400
flash with a Guide Number 5
full HD video, stereo audio, H.264
Battery EN-EL20, can capture images up to 230 times
sold with the kit lens 10-30mm

Nikon V1 is the same as J1 except:
magnesium-alloy body wrapped
screen resolution 900 thousand pixels
there is an electronic viewfinder with high resolution
no mechanical shutter
no built-in flash
there are inputs for stereo microphone
Battery EN-EL15, can capture images up to 400 times
sold with the kit lens 10-30mm
 
If you do not like carrying a big heavy camera, the camera like the Nikon A1 or V1 this is the right choice, but less mirror cameras from Olympus, Panasonic, Pentax or Sony and Samsung maybe you can compare before you make a decision.

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