Links
| Model Name | Nikon J2 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer URL | Manufacturer website |
Auto Focus
| Auto Focus | Yes |
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| Auto Focus Type | Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF); Single-point (135 focus areas, center 73 support phase-detect), auto-area (41 focus areas), subject tracking |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes |
| Manual Focus | Yes |
Power
| Battery Form Factor | Proprietary EN-EL20 |
|---|---|
| Usable Battery Types | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
| Batteries Included | 1 x Proprietary EN-EL20 Lithium-ion rechargeable |
| Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter) | Yes |
Lens & Optics
| Digital Zoom Values | n/a |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon 1 |
| Lens | 1 Nikkor 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 VR |
| Focal Length (35mm equivalent) | 27 - 81mm |
| Focal Length (actual) | 10 - 30mm |
| Zoom Ratio | 3.00x |
| Aperture Range | f/3.5 (W)- f/5.6 (T) |
| Integrated ND Filter | No |
| Normal Focus Range | 20 cm to Infinity 7.9 in to Infinity |
| Filter Thread | 40.5mm |
| Thread Type | n/a |
| Optical Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Digital Zoom | No |
Image Sensor
| On-Sensor Phase Detect | Yes |
|---|---|
| DxO Sensor Score | 54 |
| DxO Color Depth Score (bits) | 21.3 |
| DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs) | 10.8 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso) | 363 |
| Sensor Manufacturer | Aptina |
| Effective Megapixels | 10.1 |
| Sensor Format | 1 inch |
| Approximate Pixel Pitch | 3.41 microns |
| Focal Length Multiplier | 2.7x |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Color Filter Type | RGBG |
| Anti Aliasing Filter | Fixed |
| Self-Cleaning | No |
| Sensor shift image stabilization | No |
Image Storage
| Usable Memory Types | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
|---|---|
| Dual Card Slots | No |
| RAW Capture Support | Yes |
| Uncompressed Format | 12-bit NEF RAW, RAW+JPG |
| Included Memory | 0.0 MB |
Image Capture
| Image Resolution | 3872 x 2592 (10.0 MP, Other), 2896 x 1944 (5.6 MP, Other), 1936 x 1296 (2.5 MP, Other), 3840 x 2160 (8.3 MP, 16:9), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1280 x 720 (0.9 MP, 16:9), 3200 x 560 (1.8 MP, Other), 1024 x 3200 (3.3 MP, Other), 6400 x 560 (3.6 MP, Other), 1024 x 6400 (6.6 MP, Other) |
|---|---|
| Image File Format | JPEG (Exif 2.3), 12-bit NEF RAW, RAW+JPG |
| Continuous-mode frames/second | 60.0 |
General
| Size | 4.2 x 2.4 x 1.2 in. (106 x 61 x 30 mm) |
|---|---|
| Waterproof | No |
| Waterproof Depth | n/a |
| Model Number | J2 |
| Camera Format | Compact System Camera |
| Currently Manufactured | No |
| Retail Price | $549.95 |
| Street Price | $549.99 |
| Date Available | 2012-09-15 |
| Tripod Mount | Yes |
Viewfinder
| Viewfinder | No / LCD |
|---|---|
| Focus Peaking | No |
| EVF Resolution | n/a |
Exposure
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
|---|---|
| Metering Modes | Matrix, Center-weighted (4.5mm), Spot (2mm) |
| Program Auto Exposure | Yes |
| Aperture Priority | Yes |
| Shutter Priority | Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure | Yes |
| Creative Exposure Modes | New Creative Mode includes Easy Panorama, Selective Color, Miniature, Soft, Night Landscape, Backlighting and Night Portrait. |
| Self Timer | 2, 5, 10 seconds |
| Maximum ISO (native) | 3200 |
| High Resolution Composite | No |
| Minimum ISO (native) | 100 |
| ISO Settings | Auto ISO (100-3200, 100-800, 100-400); 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200; expandable to 6400 Hi-1 |
| Auto ISO Mode | Yes |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, incandescent, fluorescent, direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual, all except preset manual with fine tuning |
| Shutter Speed Range | 1/16000 - 30 sec |
| Bulb Mode | Yes |
Video Capture
| HD Video Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| HD Video Connection | HDMI |
| Can take movies | Yes |
| Movie Resolution | 1920x1080 (60i/​30p) 1280x720 (60p) 640x240 (400) 320x120 (1200) |
| Movie File Format | MOV H.264/MPEG-4 AVC with AAC sound |
| Movie File Format | MOV H.264/MPEG-4 AVC with AAC sound |
| Composite Video Out | No |
| NTSC/PAL Switchable Video | n/a |
| Video Usable as Viewfinder | n/a |
Flash
| Flash Exposure Compensation | -3 to +1 EV in 0.3EV steps |
|---|---|
| External Flash Connection | n/a |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Flash Modes | Fill flash, slow sync, red-eye reduction, slow sync with red-eye reduction, rear-curtain sync, rear curtain with slow sync |
| Flash Guide Number (ISO 100) | 5.0 m / 16.4 ft. |
| Flash Range Description | Lens dependent. |
| Max Flash Sync | 1/60 |
Performance Timing
| JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution) | 60.0 |
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| Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution) | 12 |
Software
| Included Software | ViewNX 2 / Short Movie Creator CD-ROM |
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Display
| Rear Display Size (inches) | 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Rear Display Resolution | 921,000 dots |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Articulating Screen | No |
| Tilt Swivel Screen | No |
| Selfie Screen | No |
| Top Deck Display | No |
| Eye-level Viewfinder | No |
| Rear Display | Yes |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | No |
|---|---|
| Built-In GPS | No |
| Microphone Jack | No |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| External Connections | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| PictBridge Compliant | Yes |
| DPOF Compliant | Yes |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Remote Control Type | Optional ML-L3 |
| Connections (extended) | HDMI out (Type C, Mini) |
| Built-In Wi-Fi | No |
| NFC | No |
Miscellaneous
| Notes & Features | High resolution 921K-dot LCD, metallic body, new Creative Mode includes Panorama, Selective Color, Miniature, Soft, Night Landscape, Backlighting and Night Portraits. Available in Black, White, Silver, Pink, Deep Red and Orange. |
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Basic
| Sensor size | 116.16mm2 (13.20mm x 8.80mm) |
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| Weight | 13.9 oz (395 g) includes batteries, kit lens |