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Testseek.co.uk have collected 55 expert reviews of the Nikon 1 J3 and the average rating is 72%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Nikon 1 J3.
 
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The editors liked

  • Swift operation
  • Compact proportions
  • Can access 60+ Nikkor lenses
  • Fun and approachable
  • Fits in a jacket pocket even with kit zoom attached
  • Lightweight metal build and almost futuristic styling bucks Nikon’s traditionalist trend
  • Optional adapter allows for usage with 60+ Nikon lenses – only Canon’s pricier EOS M can come as close for that degree of versatility
  • Hybrid autofocus system is fast
  • Small system size
  • Fast burst mode with better buffer than before
  • New menu system an improvement compared to before
  • Good screen
  • Smart Photo Selector
  • Small size
  • Excellent autofocus
  • Burst mode shoots up to 60 fames per second in RAW mode!
  • Nice new design and layout
  • Good general picture quality
  • Stabilisation system effective up to 1/8 ths
  • Higher resolution sensor than predecessor
  • Good lens selection
  • Excellent image quality
  • Attractive design
  • Prompt AF system
  • Stylish design
  • Good build quality

The editors didn't like

  • A touch pricey
  • No hotshoe
  • No built-in stabilisation
  • Doesn’t offer a significant step on from previous iterations in terms of feature set
  • Image quality falls short of rivals with larger sensors but not wildly differing price tags
  • Sensor won't match up to larger equivalents
  • Menu system still doesn't feel a total success
  • Pricey (more so than predecessor)
  • No hotshoe or possibility of a viewfinder
  • No ISO 100 option
  • Small sensor
  • No viewfinder
  • Not a touchscreen
  • Still no WiFi
  • Still no touchscreen
  • "Display" button has gone
  • All those fancy "Best Moment Capture" type modes are actually pretty inconsequential
  • Camera body may be a bit too compact for users with larger hands
  • Wind noise on movies
  • Flash performance in still life test
  • Expensive
  • Noise at high ISO settings
  • Poor image quality
  • Badly-designed controls
  • Way too expensive

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  Published: 2015-06-11, review by: toptenreviews.com

  • Abstract:  The Nikon 1 J3 is a 14MP high-speed mirrorless camera that delivers dependable performance. The camera offers HD capabilities, wireless connectivity and a speedy image processor. This mirrorless camera offers striking images when using a low ISO setting a...

 
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  Published: 2014-02-28, Author: Ivo , review by: camerastuffreview.com

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  • Look in our list of tested cameras for specifications and to compare this performance with that of other cameras.Tools JX Error: Definition with ID 143 does not exist.AdvantagesDisadvantagessuper compact and lightweightfast in every waygreat lookswell sui...

 
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  Published: 2013-11-30, review by: dpreview.com

  • Abstract:  Entry-level mirrorless cameras provide a nice middle ground between fixed-lens point-and-shoots and lower-end DSLRs. It's an ever-growing category with options for photographers of varying skill level and intentions. The common factors in this class are t...

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  Published: 2013-08-26, review by: steves-digicams.com

  • By Josh Fate The Nikon 1 J3 is the new mid-range ILC available from Nikon, and the third generation of the "J" series. As one of the most compact ILC bodies on the market, the Nikon 1 mount supplies you with a great collection of very compact lenses to...

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  Published: 2013-08-12, review by: whatdigitalcamera.com

  • Build quality; Style; Autofocus system
  • Clumsy controls; HighISO noise; Indifferent image quality
  • Nikon's 1 series of CSCs and its collection of CX-compatible lenses continues to grow, and is possibly shaping up to be a nice little system, but the J3 shows that it still has a long way to go. Considering its high price point the J3 really doesn't ...

 
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  Published: 2013-08-12, Author: Cliff , review by: whatdigitalcamera.com

  • Build quality; Style; Autofocus system
  • Clumsy controls; HighISO noise; Indifferent image quality
  • Nikon's 1 series of CSCs and its collection of CX-compatible lenses continues to grow, and is possibly shaping up to be a nice little system, but the J3 shows that it still has a long way to go. Considering its high price point the J3 really doesn't hav...

 
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  Published: 2013-05-15, Author: Richard , review by: Digitaltrends.com

  • Light, compact stylish design, Great 3-inch 921k-Dot LCD, Fast autofocus
  • Average lens (10-30mm f/3.5-5.6), Lower quality images at higher ISO settings, Challenging ergonomics
  • The ILC segment represents an interesting design challenge for camera manufacturers. They are a step-up from point-and-shoots, but a step-down of DSLR cameras – designing a camera to appeal to both types of users is a difficult task. With the Nikon 1 se...

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  Published: 2013-03-14, Author: Andy , review by: digitalcamerareview.com

  • Small size, attractive appearance, Reliably quick performer, Very good image and movie quality, Many interesting features as well as manual controls
  • Requires frequent access to the menu, Fair battery life, Fragile popup flash
  • I enjoyed using the Nikon 1 J3. I like its small size, light weight feel and its modern, sleek appearance. The camera's buttons and controls, while small, work well and I appreciated the dedicated movie button. I was not fond of the camera's fragile pop-...

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  Published: 2013-03-07, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com

  • Compact. 60fps burst shooting. Zero shutter lag. Innovative shooting modes. 921k-dot display. Quiet.
  • So-so kit lens. Some loss of detail at high ISO settings. No EVF or external flash support. Limited lens selection
  • The Nikon J3 compact interchageable lens camera is a speedy performer, but it isn't the best in low light, and lacks expansion options when compared with the competition....

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  Published: 2013-02-22, Author: Mark , review by: photographyblog.com

  • In what must be one of the quickest releases in recent memory, the new J3 replaces the previous J2 model after a mere 4 months on the shelves. Featuring the same 14 megapixel sensor as the flagship V2 and a more simplified control layout than the J2, the...

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