Friday 27 September 2013

Nikon 1 AW1 Launched as a Waterproof Camera


The Nikon 1 AW1  is an interchangeable lens camera that is also waterproof and shockproof at the same time. According to its company, it is the first in the world among compact system cameras which can be water resilient. Meanwhile, the Nikon 1 J3 which shares almost similar features is a mirror less camera which offers as many functional features as a premium camera. Let’s take a look where these two products can outshine each other.


Build and Design

The Nikon 1 AW1 has a diagonal monitor size of 3 inches. The sensor size is 13.2 x 8.8mm while camera dimensions are 4.5 x 2.9 x 1.5 inches. It weighs approximately 313g with a slightly bulkier build to support underwater controls. For customers who would want to avail, this camera also comes with a CF-N6000 silicone protector.
On the other hand, the Nikon 1 J3 has the same monitor size of 3.0inches and sensor size of 13.2 x 8.8mm. In terms of the dimensions, this camera is 4.0 x 2.4 x 1.1inches and weighs 201g. Although it does not support underwater features, the company released a waterproof case specifically for this which can be used for at least 130 feet.

General Hardware

The monitor type of 1 AW1 is TFT-LCD which, along with the other parts of the camera, is waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof all at the same time. It has one memory card slot which is compatible with SD, SDHC and SDXC. It also has an EH-5b AC Adapter which will work with an EP-5C Power Supply Connector. The battery is EN-EL20 Lithium-ion which can capture at least 220 photos before running out of battery.
Meanwhile, the 1 J3 has the same monitor type of TFT-LCD. To add extra storage, the memory card slot is compatible with SD, SDHC and SDXC. The power adapter of this camera is also the EH-5b AC which is requiring the same EP-5C Power Supply Connector. The battery which is rechargeable is an EN-EL20 Li-ion which has the same 220 shot limit.

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