My Nikon 1 system

Christine Tham · 03-02-2015, 12:49 AM

Originally posted by kyteflyer

That was one. I liked the one where it was looking at you and thinking "YUM! DINNER!"

LOL

Speaking of cats, I like this one of the fishing cat - it was quite small and quite far away, so this is the 70-300 at near maximum zoom

kyteflyer · 03-02-2015, 04:18 PM

Gorgeous, Chris. I really must make the effort to get down to the zoo some day soon (in winter I think, getting too old to do summer at the zoo). I haven't visited for about 20 years and I know its going to be way different to how I remember it.

Wired · 03-11-2015, 07:59 AM

You guys got me curious, what are the advantages of the V2 over the V3? Whats the reasoning behind not getting the V3?

I've been wanting something between my Q and K3 for a while. I bought the OMD EM1, but it's too big, too close to the size of my K3. The XT1, same thing. But the Nikon 1 is smaller. I just wanna mount a 50mm equivalent prime and go out and shoot. Something to keep in the car, something to keep on my belt clip for fashion runway when my D800 bogs out worst case scenario.

Christine Tham · 03-11-2015, 11:52 AM

Originally posted by Wired

You guys got me curious, what are the advantages of the V2 over the V3? Whats the reasoning behind not getting the V3?

V3:
- smaller battery
- Micro SD instead of SD
- no built in EVF
- EVF and flash share same connector, cannot use both at same time
- not available in white

The V2 is surprisingly really comfortable to grip and hold in my hands - feels completely natural and extension of myself. It's such a pleasure holding and using it - the A7r and lenses now feel heavy and uncomfortable - I don't even want to touch a DSLR again ever.

Going to Thailand on vacation in May - planning to take only the V2 plus lenses. I can have a whole kit full of lenses for the same weight as a DSLR and 1 lens.

Wired · 03-11-2015, 12:02 PM

Originally posted by Christine Tham

V3:
- smaller battery
- Micro SD instead of SD
- no built in EVF
- EVF and flash share same connector, cannot use both at same time
- not available in white

The V2 is surprisingly really comfortable to grip and hold in my hands - feels completely natural and extension of myself. It's such a pleasure holding and using it - the A7r and lenses now feel heavy and uncomfortable - I don't even want to touch a DSLR again ever.

Going to Thailand on vacation in May - planning to take only the V2 plus lenses. I can have a whole kit full of lenses for the same weight as a DSLR and 1 lens.

Thanks. thats very helpful, I didn't realize it's micro SD. That alone messes me up for compatibility as I hate having multiple cards. The nice byproduct would be Micro-SD for V3, SD for K3, CF for D800. :P

kyteflyer · 03-13-2015, 05:12 AM

Originally posted by Wired

Thanks. thats very helpful, I didn't realize it's micro SD. That alone messes me up for compatibility as I hate having multiple cards. The nice byproduct would be Micro-SD for V3, SD for K3, CF for D800. :P

OH Kack! I'm contemplating a V2, even now, but never a V3, for me its the lack of VF (and massive expense for an addon unless you buy from the US where its included as part of their kits. Not for you, Australia)

johnmflores · 03-17-2015, 05:43 AM

I'm holding out for a V4...

Christine Tham · 03-17-2015, 05:56 PM

Originally posted by johnmflores

I'm holding out for a V4...

J5 is coming out apparently. 20 megapixels and 4K recording.

But yes, a V4 would be welcome.

kyteflyer · 03-17-2015, 07:12 PM

Not interested if they are just going to increased pixels. Came really close to buying a 5D body the other day, $500. But I have no lenses.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Nikon 1 System.	kyteflyer	Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Other Camera Brands	14	10-11-2013 05:16 PM
Nikon 1 AW1: Hands-on with the world's first waterproof compact system camera	jogiba	Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Other Camera Brands	20	09-20-2013 10:01 PM
Nikon Q system using 1/2.3" sensor too = Pentax Q system?	ogl	Pentax News and Rumors	31	07-14-2011 07:47 PM
building my Nikon system....	luke0622	Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Other Camera Brands	23	08-12-2010 08:35 PM
can I use any of my old Nikon gear w/ my new pentax system?	360fish	Photographic Technique	18	08-17-2008 07:22 AM

03-02-2015, 12:49 AM	#16
Christine Tham Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,269 Original Poster	Originally posted by kyteflyer That was one. I liked the one where it was looking at you and thinking "YUM! DINNER!" LOL Speaking of cats, I like this one of the fishing cat - it was quite small and quite far away, so this is the 70-300 at near maximum zoom

03-02-2015, 04:18 PM	#17
kyteflyer Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Newcastle, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,444	Gorgeous, Chris. I really must make the effort to get down to the zoo some day soon (in winter I think, getting too old to do summer at the zoo). I haven't visited for about 20 years and I know its going to be way different to how I remember it.

03-11-2015, 07:59 AM	#18
Wired Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,519	You guys got me curious, what are the advantages of the V2 over the V3? Whats the reasoning behind not getting the V3? I've been wanting something between my Q and K3 for a while. I bought the OMD EM1, but it's too big, too close to the size of my K3. The XT1, same thing. But the Nikon 1 is smaller. I just wanna mount a 50mm equivalent prime and go out and shoot. Something to keep in the car, something to keep on my belt clip for fashion runway when my D800 bogs out worst case scenario.

03-11-2015, 11:52 AM	#19
Christine Tham Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,269 Original Poster	Originally posted by Wired You guys got me curious, what are the advantages of the V2 over the V3? Whats the reasoning behind not getting the V3? V3: - smaller battery - Micro SD instead of SD - no built in EVF - EVF and flash share same connector, cannot use both at same time - not available in white The V2 is surprisingly really comfortable to grip and hold in my hands - feels completely natural and extension of myself. It's such a pleasure holding and using it - the A7r and lenses now feel heavy and uncomfortable - I don't even want to touch a DSLR again ever. Going to Thailand on vacation in May - planning to take only the V2 plus lenses. I can have a whole kit full of lenses for the same weight as a DSLR and 1 lens.

03-11-2015, 12:02 PM	#20
Wired Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,519	Originally posted by Christine Tham V3: - smaller battery - Micro SD instead of SD - no built in EVF - EVF and flash share same connector, cannot use both at same time - not available in white The V2 is surprisingly really comfortable to grip and hold in my hands - feels completely natural and extension of myself. It's such a pleasure holding and using it - the A7r and lenses now feel heavy and uncomfortable - I don't even want to touch a DSLR again ever. Going to Thailand on vacation in May - planning to take only the V2 plus lenses. I can have a whole kit full of lenses for the same weight as a DSLR and 1 lens. Thanks. thats very helpful, I didn't realize it's micro SD. That alone messes me up for compatibility as I hate having multiple cards. The nice byproduct would be Micro-SD for V3, SD for K3, CF for D800. :P

03-13-2015, 05:12 AM	#21
kyteflyer Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Newcastle, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,444	Originally posted by Wired Thanks. thats very helpful, I didn't realize it's micro SD. That alone messes me up for compatibility as I hate having multiple cards. The nice byproduct would be Micro-SD for V3, SD for K3, CF for D800. :P OH Kack! I'm contemplating a V2, even now, but never a V3, for me its the lack of VF (and massive expense for an addon unless you buy from the US where its included as part of their kits. Not for you, Australia)

03-17-2015, 05:43 AM	#22
johnmflores Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somerville, NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,361	I'm holding out for a V4...

03-17-2015, 05:56 PM	#23
Christine Tham Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,269 Original Poster	Originally posted by johnmflores I'm holding out for a V4... J5 is coming out apparently. 20 megapixels and 4K recording. But yes, a V4 would be welcome.

03-17-2015, 07:12 PM	#24
kyteflyer Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Newcastle, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,444	Not interested if they are just going to increased pixels. Came really close to buying a 5D body the other day, $500. But I have no lenses.