Abstract: As well as announcing an extension of the J-series, Nikon has broadened its Compact System Camera offering with the arrival of the Nikon 1 S1. The Nikon 1 S1 is the first model in the new S-series, with the intention for models to be fast, stylish and ...
Pocket sized with lens removed; simple to use; pop-up flash
Small sensor; no built-in viewfinder, US$350 or US$500
If you're not allied to the Nikon brand, there are better options to be had in terms of the image quality. You can find an older Canon EOS M that's a little more expensive, but it includes a larger APS-C sensor, and Pentax has its Q System cameras. If you...
Good image quality, Small size, Best Moment Capture
No touchscreen, Longwinded operation, Can't shoot raw and JPEG files together
Buying Guide Best compact system camera Nikon enjoyed great commercial success with the Nikon 1 J1 and 1 J2. Since the Nikon 1 J3 has seen some high-end improvements made to it (such as the inclusion of a mode dial and higher resolution screen), it seems ...
Small dimensions means this is one of the very few CSC's we were able to transport in a trouser pocket with lens removed, simple to use, inexpensive, pop up flash
Small one inch sensor, no hotshoe, no builtin viewfinder, fixed non tilting LCD screen, no WiFi on board (though optional dongle available)
But if you're not allied to the Nikon brand there are better options to be had in terms of the end image quality from the rivals already mentioned. Canon's year-old EOS M can also now be bought for around the £300 mark, and that includes a larger APS-C se...
Extremely compact, Very responsive and fast to use, Pleasant freshfeeling interface, "Nikon 1" automatic modes, Goodquality finish
Picture quality is nothing special, No WiFi, no touchscreen, Low battery life (240 photos), No RAWJPG
The Nikon 1 S1 is a good little interchangeable lens compact that's very fast for point-and-shoot snapping. It'll no doubt satisfy users looking for a reliable option with creative options. However, it doesn't really stand out from similar models on the m...
Good image quality, Small size, Best Moment Capture
No touchscreen, Long, winded operation, Can't shoot raw and JPEG files together
Despite the fact that it's small, the Nikon 1 S1's image quality is excellent and certainly worthy of consideration for first time CSC owners. If you're an existing Nikon user, you might want to think about this either as a backup for a DSLR or a compani...
Noisy photos at higher ISOs, Slightly subdued colours
There's an awful lot to like about the Nikon 1 S1 – it's fast, takes good photos and is easy to use. It's also reasonably priced, which assuming it comes down in price as time goes by, will make it absolutely bargain in future. Its Achilles heel, and why ...
Compact body; Decent image quality; Small lens system; Good price
Wind noise on movies; Not as appealing as J- and V-series cameras
If you can't afford a J3, look this way. It may sport a lower-resolution sensor, coarser LCD and plastic body, but the S1 matches its more expensive siblings in many respects. Think with your head rather than your heart and you'll see it's a good deal ...
