Nikon 1 J5 Mirrorless Camera
The Nikon 1 J5 is a 20.8 MP (5568 x 3712) CX Format mirrorless camera — with 4K video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon 1 J5 Mirrorless Camera
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Camera Overview — Nikon 1 J5
Key Features — Nikon 1 J5
20.8MP 1-Inch Sensor: The 1-inch BSI-CMOS sensor delivers 20.8MP resolution, offering a good balance of image detail and compact body size.
EXPEED 5A Processor: Nikon's EXPEED 5A image processor handles fast data throughput, enabling high burst rates and responsive overall performance.
60fps Burst Shooting: Shoots up to 60 frames per second in stills burst mode, making it capable of freezing fast-moving subjects.
171-Point Hybrid Autofocus: Combines 105 phase-detect and 66 contrast-detect points for quick and accurate subject acquisition across the frame.
4K Video at 15fps: Records 4K (3840x2160) footage at 15fps, with 1080p at 60fps and 720p at 120fps available for higher frame rate options.
Tilting Touchscreen LCD: The 3-inch, 1,037,000-dot tilting touchscreen makes it easy to compose shots from low or high angles.
Camera Specifications — Nikon 1 J5
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Mirrorless |
| Sensor | CX Format (Nikon 1) |
| Resolution | 20.8 MP (5568 x 3712) |
| Processor | EXPEED 5A |
| ISO Range | 160 – 12800 |
| AF System | Phase Detection, Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 171 total (105 phase-detect, 66 contrast-detect) |
| Max Photo Resolution | 5568 x 3712 |
| Burst Rate | 60 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 4K |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
Description — Nikon 1 J5
The Nikon 1 J5 mirrorless camera centers on a 1-inch sensor with 20.8 MP resolution (5568 x 3712 pixels), processed by the EXPEED 5A image processor. The ISO range runs from 160 to 12800, and the hybrid autofocus system spans 171 total focus points — 105 phase-detect and 66 contrast-detect — enabling fast, reliable focusing performance. Burst shooting reaches up to 60fps, making the J5 a capable choice for sports and action photography.
Video options include 4K at 15fps, 1080p at 60fps, and 720p at 120fps. The 3-inch tilting touchscreen LCD with 1,037,000 dots of resolution makes off-angle shooting practical, and the built-in Wi-Fi supports wireless image transfer. Storage uses microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC cards, and a built-in flash is included.
The camera measures just 98 x 60 x 32 mm and weighs 231g, making it genuinely pocketable. Note that no image stabilization is present in the body, and there is no viewfinder. Power comes from the EN-EL24 rechargeable Li-ion battery.
Pros — Nikon 1 J5
- ✓20.8 MP resolution (5568 x 3712) from the 1-inch sensor delivers detailed stills
- ✓Impressive 60fps burst mode for capturing fast action
- ✓171-point hybrid AF system with 105 phase-detect points for quick focus acquisition
Cons — Nikon 1 J5
- ✗No in-body or digital image stabilization of any kind
- ✗4K video is limited to 15fps, which is not suitable for smooth motion footage
- ✗No viewfinder — electronic or optical — is present
Videos — Nikon 1 J5
Nikon 1 J5 review (Specs | Controls | Screen | Performance | Video) — Digital Camera World