The NEW Nikon Mirrorless and the OLD Nikon Mirrorless ...and some Images!

[@SkylerKing]

I had the Nikon J1. I only got it because it was about as close to free as you could get (without being free). I ended up REALLY liking it. I wasn't sure why everyone was downplaying it so much. I think the only real drawback to that system was the lack of lenses. I was able to get a lot of great shots with that camera, though. I am really looking forward to this new full frame (or possibly medium format?) announcement from Nikon.

[@unbroken1010]

For $100 I got mine great camera ignore some of the people that review they do it for traffic not for actual photographic integrity

[@paulreitanodotcom]

The photos from the V1 are wonderful. Lovely colors.

[@jul4422]

Those are some really nice photos, kind of sad to see the unloved Nikon 1 system being discontinued. Hopefully some good stuff coming soon. Competition is always good and i would love to see Nikon having a strong market.

[@mariobosse9600]

I'm still keep this V1 camera among another camera ..... still love this camera light, simple menu

[@MichaelSeneschal]

To this day the Nikon 1 series is still my favorite camera. Even though I have a D750, and a Fujifilm X100F, Panasonic LX100, etc., I still use my cheap Nikon 1 S1 all the time and it's still my favorite camera. There are two people who reviewed the Nikon 1 series, those who used it and those who didn't use it. People who didn't use it (mostly everyone) gave it bad reviews. Those who DID use it have it good reviews.

[@liamleech4748]

I got an aw1 and its wonderful and shoots great

[@MichaelLaing71]

1 thing I have to add is even with the new Nikon full frame system, I am not sure if or when I will buy the system. I have had the X-E1 for several years but with the introduction of the X-H1, I went much more seriously into the system and whilst the camera isn't perfect, it does feel great in the hand (the X-E1 is my favourite camera even now) but what stands out is the Fujifilm lenses which make the system much more practical. It doesn't matter if you have a small camera system, if you have to have massive lenses and this is one of the big things with the Sony, when you compare the size of the Sony lenses (apart from the Ziess lenses for Sony), they are very large. Now the large lens mount might help the Nikon mirrorless but generally they are going to be bigger than the Fuji lenses (or Panasonic/Olympus).

[@gesarkanch]

Very interesting, how such an old camera can perform. Thanks

[@LeeD345]

Damn wasn’t expecting that this is Steve’s KZbin channel from this thumbnail

[@Bryan-lu4du]

No doubt that old Nikon mirrorless still gives beautiful results 7 years later. I’ve never owned a Nikon outside of a point & shoot when I first got into photography, but I have to admit their teaser for their new full frame (or larger?) mirrorless has peaked my interest!

[@jg2724]

Wow, thank for share your images...very nice.

[@ornino54]

Sony maybe is waiting for Canon so they can lunch the Sony A 67000, Sony A lllS and Sony A 9 R with ND filter . that will be the game I predict.

[@vhotton]

I'm waiting the full frame mirrorless from canon.

[@obayedh]

I might not buy the new mirrorless camera from Nikon, but have much interest how Nikon replies to Sony's mirrorless and it's innovations of new imaging tech - after all, it's all good for the photography community :)

[@stophsauter9061]

even the old P7000 still makes wonderful shots, CCD Chip, well balanced, well build, manuall, enough for a lot….. bests from austria

[@photosbyjosef]

Absolutely great assessment of the current situation with the new Nikon mirrorless pending release. Absolutely love the Nikon 1 photographs I've actually been considering getting one for the last 3 months. I was thinking the one J5 but the V one has the viewfinder any thoughts or recommendations? I use a d 7100 professionally

[@flagger2020]

Thanks for sharing. Still use my v1 and v2 occasionally but mostly for travel use the J5, shame it's missing an evf port... my other compact work horses are the Q7, M3, PL5 or GR. They all work and all take great pictures, horses for courses.

[@kevinknowscs9460]

I've been waiting for Nikon mirrorless for years. I will follow its progress and look to get into the system as it matures. In the meantime, whilst waiting, I got into the Olympus m43 system and I really, really like it. So now I'm investing more in that system and will just wait a little while for the Nikon system to mature. I want to round out my m43 system with at least one more lens. I got into m43 because I wanted a smaller system for travel and hiking. I actually came very close to getting into the Nikon 1 system, but ultimately went with m43 because it was a more complete system with a full lineup of lenses. m43 does just about everything I need. I don't really need a FF system, as m43 will do 90-95% of what I need in a much more portable package. But I still want FF just because, so I'm excited to see what Nikon does next.

[@cooloox]

kevinknowscs I love the look of the Olympus system, but I'm just worried about ISO noise, having such a small sensor. Do you ever shoot at say ISO 6400 and if so, is the noise acceptable?

[@kevinknowscs9460]

No, I never shoot that high. It's true, noise is a problem at that level. I try to keep it to 1600 or less. Base ISO whenever possible. I shoot mostly landscapes, and Base ISO looks totally fine to me. The IBIS is awesome, so even if my shutter speed is a little slow, it doesn't matter. Love the ergonomics of the EM1.2. It's just a very enjoyable system for me. This is a hobby for me. I'm not running a gallery. The image quality is totally acceptable for me.

[@01mrlek]

I am looking forward to the new camera and seeing it reviewed. If it is good I will buy it. I think it will be bigger and more robust than the sony cameras. Nikon have a history of bullet proof body's and I expect them to continue that. Some of those shots taken with the V1 were really impressive.

[@Phototrappeur]

Thanks for sharing the shots.

[@cleverja]

Damn Nikon a little too late I waited so long for REAL Nikon mirrorless, but couldnt wait no longer, A7III was just too good to pass up

[@christopherward5065]

Beautiful images. Nikon will nail it. They won’t be gunning for Sony as much as for aspiring to Fujifilm and its GFX, qualitywise.

[@JohnArmstrongPhotography]

The one I’m waiting on is the worlds most affordable medium format mirrorless camera, the rumored “rangefinder style” Fujifilm GFR50. Possibly $4000-4500 body. I use the GFX, so that same quality in a similar style camera to the xpro2, sounds amazing. Bring on photokina.

[@johnellard]

John Armstrong Photography agreed!

[@unbroken1010]

Yeah because everybody has $5,000 in their pockets🤷

[@sosomelodies659]

Nikon v1 vs Sony NEX 7. This is why the 1 series couldn't compete. I don't know why Nikon didn't make an APSC version instead. It only seemed they were half interested in the mirrorless line up, seeing that their dslrs were their bread winners.

[@unbroken1010]

There's not much difference if you know how to take pictures

[@sosomelodies659]

@@unbroken1010 There's a greater difference when you realize some cameras are more suitable for the job.

[@unbroken1010]

@@sosomelodies659 some ... Nowadays most are basically the same. Like I said your portfolio got you the job.

[@markdemars7366]

Wonderful camera. I think a lot of folks expected it to be bad so that taste was hard to shake. Anyway, about to get one soon as a backup to my D300 lol, yes my D300. I fall in love with a camera and I stick to it. Cheers! Cheers.

[@MasticinaAkicta]

Ah the nikon 1 series, not a bad series, yes lacking in lenses and there are not real options outside Nikon itself. But, it works, it si small and it is cute. So why not? And the images are pretty decent.

[@henrym78]

I loved the V1 for bw

[@pauledwards5573]

What do you think of the latest J5 have you tried it? Touch screen and external control dials more like a conventional camera. Metal body too. Solid! I have it.

[@kevinknowscs9460]

New lens mount is tough at first, but good over the long term. It can take into account all the advances in photography and technology over the last 60 years. A mount for the future. Something I can grow with and invest over the long term. Lots of great potential. Eventually they could make a retro-styled FM, re-release some old MANUAL focus lenses tuned to the new mount, perhaps even retro-styled. How about focus peaking that mimics the old split screen. That would be so cool. Who knows what they will do, but it sets them up to do a lot of stuff in the future that they couldn't do in the past very easily. Exciting times.

[@unbroken1010]

Fuji does that split screen focusing

[@mobiusflavoroni1705]

Use my j1 and v1 all the time it's enough camera and handy

[@HiFiHuff]

I agree!

[@davidgifford8112]

Thanks for sharing some nice V1 images. I've used a V3 for a couple of years as an occasional camera due to pocket-ability. Optional EVF not a problem, way better than the screen in tricky light. Got some decent images despite the "1-inch" sensor. Even managed some decent eclipse images. Grip pointless. Nikon lens adapter worked fine but proved of only limited utility. Expect new adaptor for mirrorless to be at least as good.

[@zavvr4958]

4K60 Full Frame, fast live view AF, in-body stabilization, and FLIPOUT SCREEN! Please!

[@2klember]

It is definitely exciting to wait and see what Nikon will introduce. I would love to see Nikon make it right on the first time. Me personally, I will stay with DSLR. I just love everything about DSLR and to be honest I dont see any advantage or benefit from switching to mirrorless. I love Nikon and since Im shooting with D850 there is no mirrorless camera which can convince me to change my system. The viewfinder, the lens selection, ergonomics, size, less dust on the sensor this is only a few things what mirrorless cant offer and I dont have to mention the IQ from D850. Thats epic.

[@TL-vt8uk]

Nikon did their learning with the “1-series”, they will release a great FF system!

[@cl3826]

If its sensor is as good as the DF, I'm getting it

[@MikeyYuanY]

did you get it?

[@nguyenlong-rh3uc]

how can they do all of that with the price as 7iii ^^! cant wait to see

[@kubacz6145]

In fact I hope FX Nikon (second hand) prices will drop. Maybe I'll get myself ex flagship camera and be happy for many years to come

[@Thrice_Greatest]

Very intriguing

[@brucekraft744]

I wonder if this one will replace my Leica 262. My aging eyes might like the EVF if it's good.

[@sorenmelchior]

You mention Sony, Canon, and Nikon for pro mirror-less, you missed a manufacture that currently makes excellent pro quality mirror-less cameras.... FUJI. Both the X series, and the GFX medium format. Why I mention Fuji, is I have switched from Nikon Full frame DSLR to Fuji just this spring and I love how well the Fuji is performing for my professional needs. I also own a Nikon 1v3 and have enjoyed that as well the last few years. My Fuji XT-2 is only a little heavier than the 1v3 and a lot ligher than my D3x, has weather resistance, and weather resistant lenses, and an awesome control surface via dials on top. And the real beauty of Fuji that none of other camera manufacturers do at present is they update the camera via firmware (as in add new features). The XT-2 on launch is a totally different camera compared to the current XT-2 with firmware 4.10. So though I look forward to how Nikon implements a mirror less system, I plan to stick to Fuji for the next few years.

[@ansonseow]

i still have and use the V1

[@dominiclangdeau1938]

Why can't Nikon give consumers what they've been asking for YEARS? A digital Nikon FM2. I loved my V1 as well. Nikon was on the right path design wise and their build quality was surprisingly good. Their sensor was too small however. This new camera looks like a recycled Nikon APS Pronea (remember these?) with a digital sensor. Yuk.

[@unbroken1010]

I'd like a camera no matter what its design the as long is it produces good images get a vintage strobe frame you don't have to worry about any of it

[@SK-gb2yq]

Nikon new mirrorless camera image os Expeed 6 or still 5 old ?

[@iris-studios]

Nikon just needs to make an improvement over the a7III with a better body build, ergonomics & some personality. Fuji cameras are very nice to use, plenty of dials & intuitive feel to them, lets hope Nikon finds the right balance.

[@trevorpinnocky]

The revamped nikon lens mount has been a long time coming. The current hybrid mechanical electro setup is a nightmare for innovation. You got generations of nikon lenses that will work on any body, yes. It's true. But depending on the generation the level of functionality is different, sometimes basic, sometimes with metering, sometimes with AF, sometimes with 'D' functionality. It's crazy. Time to move towards simplification.

[@CreativeExperiments1]

If Nikon has a global shutter, take all pixels at once instead of line by line, it would smash all competitors.

[@13squier]

Won't it just have a Sony sensor like the D850? And like many Nikons? Not sure I understand the point, especially if it has a new mount making all other Nikon glass unusable.

[@rkgaustin9043]

First to market seldom guarantees long term success. Nikon has been able to skip lots of those early bugs because Sony has solved lots of those design flaws for them.

[@Photojouralist123]

I’ve ordered 2 already

[@ChristianHeid7]

I'm pretty sure that Sony will announce their a7siii at Photokina as well. And it would not surprise me if we have updated a9ii there as well that will offer new body and better weather sealing for pros. Cause that's how far Sony is ahead of both Nikon and Canon right now ;)

[@MikedieONE]

So far ahead.. and still they cant manage to put a decent rotating touchscreen into their cameras with proper working wifi features...

[@Honeygooyumy69]

Well I spose they are really not into that market of blogging ...couldn't really care for a rotating touchscreen, just a more usable touch screen would be awesome

[@pgsanta]

Pros don't care about rotating touchscreens. Do you own any Sony's? Wifi features work great on my A7III, and A7RIII. That said, I do think the Nikon will rock, and might get assuming they release it with a decent lens selection, as I've got no interest in buying any F mount stuff now.

[@Honeygooyumy69]

Yea i do own a sony but none of these beasts you mention. I own a nex series camera and would love to own a really pro grade camera and I am not bashing Nikon. There are so many bloggers on youtube that most of the pros on here usually have someone else filming them, but peeps seem to be obsessed with the rotating screen so they can film themselves and I know it is to make sure they have their composition right

[@Honeygooyumy69]

haha apologies ...i actually thought you were asking me ...but no you question was directed at MikedieONE

[@mikewhiles4635]

I wonder how much Sony tech Nikon will have to buy in 😵😵😵 which is where Sony has really made it's money.

[@ancogbernard]

Mike Whiles like you care.

[@raksh9]

It has the usual Nikon power switch /shutter button like their DSLR's. Looks exciting!

[@blakeparry1983]

I shoot Sony mirrorless, and Nikon DSLR If the nikon mirrorless is close to the Sony performance, the Sony stuff will be up for sale. The real key to its success is the adapter. If it pairs well and gives DSLR level AF performance, it will be killer. Screw this up and adoption will probably be low - Sony didnt have the level of glass out there for A-mount to really transition people (nor was the performance good), whereas Nikon's best feature is their glass

[@blakeparry1983]

The Sony glass is good, but there is a much smaller market for 2nd hand glass (particularly good stuff), let alone the 3rd party support. the 5d3 is still very popular here too, heaps also shooting Nikon though. I dont expect many to switch from canon or sony to Nikon, for Nikon this is about keeping their existing users happy, and providing an option for people getting into photography.

[@jpgpearson]

you cant get adapters for nikon lenses to a larger flang

[@DonFather]

Sony had nothing to lose, so they keep trying new formulas. Nikon/Canon have everything to lose. Unless they make mirrorless cameras that are good enough to kill off their own DSLRs, they will be like Blackberry: always playing catch up until the brink of bankruptcy.

[@onegrapefruitlover]

Beautiful pictures from that lil Nikon 1, thanks for sharing!

[@drrobertgoldman1806]

Bought the a9. Will wait for the Nikon then, if it matches the hype/does what I want, I will go back to the Nikon. I'm a Nikon guy not a Sony (camera) guy.

[@sonnymorgan4680]

The strength of this new system won't be the camera, it will be the lenses. Lenses wich sony won't be able to match.

[@alexcarrillo4143]

What NEW MOUNT!! I am use of the F mount, No when I seen in what Nikon first came out with the J and V series, that we did not want to stock it. As I remember calling it the Postage Stamp Sensor camera, and also a customer wanted to buy a Vintage Nikkor 135mm manual focus lens that he got an adapter for his Nikon Mirror less camera as of when he mounted it that made the camera LENS Heavy and his camera body mount was showing a slight problem of wobbling. That is great technology Nikon, I rather use my Fuji mirror less as I use my Nikkor lenses with right adapters, and in closing I went to the NIKON camera museum, one word, LAME. Nikon keep the F mount, and yes that was a Sony body that they use as the teaser, and why not they are the ones making their sensors.. And Nikon better say MADE IN JAPAN or lose face....

[@unbroken1010]

I need a Google Translate for this

[@myothatphotography3490]

Same with u

[@roreyfoco]

nope already switched to sony Nikon, Canon to late to the game

[@stophsauter9061]

nice nice

[@Nulrom]

Canon is waiting for the last pick. Well it seems a good idea. They have a lot to risk in camera businnes and surely is the part of the market they own that is the least appealing for profits. Cameras are going down. They have more to loose in that sector respect the other brands.

[@mamboferido4741]

People complaining how he missed fuji but then they themselves discount olympus. Butthurt fanboys.

[@victorstennis]

How can you be taken seriously when you didn't mention fujifilm....that seems very unusual

[@nickarora2641]

Here's the deal -- you read all this stuff at NikonRumors.com and then you rehash it word for word using phrases like "I predict they'll be on display at photokina..."; There's nothing wrong with re-reporting stuff you've read on the internet but give credit where credit is due. Why do people feel the need to pretend they are the authority or they've done the legwork to make accurate predictions?

[@kentellis9071]

Lets wait and see, money doesn't grow on tree's wouldn't that be nice. 😀

[@cameraperv8936]

I've said for a while now that any mirrorless camera from Canon or Nikon only needs to have features as good as a Sony α6000 series with a flip out screen, better ergonomics, and the ability to adapt legacy glass with native lens performance. If Nikon or Canon just copied a Panasonic G85 with a larger sensor it would completely murder Sony's market share overnight.

[@abigailsockeye1586]

Yeah but then they would be in jail for murder. Not worth it.

[@david21d42]

Where have you been? In the first half of the year, Canon has taken the lead in MILC sales in Japan. The Canon entry-level MILC the M50 has fully-packed features.

[@cameraperv8936]

Now if they would just do something about those terrible ergonomics they could take over the rest of the world too.

[@unbroken1010]

The g85 kind of sucked especially the vf

[@ReversusLaxus]

I still don't see the point for this hype of mirrorless cameras. But oh well I'm no professional photographer, so I might miss the point

[@trevorpinnocky]

Eburnea it's not hype, it's tech. Do you see anyone walking around with battery powered bag phones anymore? You can still buy an old Motorola flip phone too. Why don't you?

[@MikedieONE]

Tech? its not like Mirrorless digital cameras are some super new tech. Basically all Digicams are mirrorless cams. I have some old Canon Powershot cameras from 2007 that are basically mirrorless. Bridgecameras have EVFs since ages too. The difference between a Motorola flip phone and a smartphone is, the smartphones can do things that a Motorola flip phone cant do. But what exactly can a Mirrorless do that a DSLR cant? in the end they all shoot Digital photos.

[@trevorpinnocky]

MikedieONE how about show you a picture of what you're about to shoot *before* you press the shutter? It's all tech. Every bit.

[@Tech-ff5vt]

For Years Nikon following Leica, For Years Nikon following Canon, Now Nikon following Sony LOL Nikon is Pussycat Brand not Tiger Brand Always Play Safe.

[@photodeva7173]

Tech 101 Lol

[@ductritran8637]

Different lens mount to dslr is a big mistake , too many people with nikon for years how would they react when go for nikon mirror less have to buy the whole new lens . Not too smart for nikon business . Not me i won’t buy what am i doing with more than a dozen of nikon lens .

[@SK-gb2yq]

duc tri tran its not mistake

[@adrian-d]

You know that Nikon already said that they build an F-Mount adapter?!

[@wanderbymistake3071]

lol Nikon releases press release that confirms F-Mount adapter for lenses. Yet, no one reads it... classic.

[@photodeva7173]

I won't expect anything Great from New Nikon Corp. Their R&D budget is so small compared to Sony, Canon.

[@billmoyer3254]

flaming idiot much?

[@photodeva7173]

Bruce Maddox Only a Ignorant Fanboy who can't see the obvious Facts. Nikon should deliver products, not delivering rumours

[@whatsupplanetthailand1767]

Hey man you forget to say that Fuji have the best colors..much better than Canon & Sony. Big mistake!!!!

[@unbroken1010]

That's not true you got a tweak out the green you can do the same with mostly any camera

[@jlsc4125]

Mirrorless are not better, just different. The only thing Sony is doing better is marketing. Nikon AND Canon are losing on marketing. Sony turns all their photogs into shills. Nikon and Canon do that, but you don't see it anywhere because most have been using those brands for years, Sony is all new converts.

[@trevorpinnocky]

jl sc no. It's better which is why now every manufacturer says the future of photography is mirrorless. It just is.

[@jlsc4125]

No, you just want it to be. The camera doesn't take the pictures, that's the photographer. The lense makes a difference, lighting, composition, but not the camera. Mirrorless allows gimmicks, but that doesn't make it better, only different.

[@nocommentnoname1111]

learn how to pronounce homage next time you roll out of bed. nothing new here anyway.