Nikon 1 J3 review: A new midrange offering doesn’t shine
By Janice Chen - Friday, February 15, 2013 Camera Review| Introduction | Measurement | Comparisons | Conclusion |
Although the new Nikon 1 J3 has been updated over its predecessor with the higher-resolution sensor found in Nikon’s top-of-the-line interchangeable lens model, its overall performance scores haven’t improved over the J2. The camera seems to be hampered by the reduction in overall sensitivity range and most notably scored 2/3 stop lower than the J2 for color depth.
Given that cameras such as the Olympus PEN E-PL5 and Pentax K 01 perform significantly better than the J3 despite being priced equivalently or less, the J3 doesn’t seem to provide a good value per dollar for those seeking the best image quality from an interchangeable lens camera.
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Added by profadp |
February 16
Fujifilm X series cameras
I just wanted to congratulate your site for its thorough and objective analysis and assessment of the Image Quality offered by cameras and lenses of vatious manufacturers.
I look forward to seeing your report on the latest offering by the X-series of Fujifilm cameras. Regards, Anastasios Reply | Read all replies for this comment |
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Added by Emilie_DxOMark |
February 22
Re: Fujifilm X series cameras
Hello,
Thanks for your comment. As you probably know, the Fuji X-Pro 1 does not use a Bayer matrix but a “X-Trans” matrix. We will try to test this sensor, but although we try to respond to your requests to provide tests for specific camera models, there are no plans for doing it in the short term. Best regards, Reply |
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Added by Hakeem |
January 08
another fullframe score
Where is XTrans sensor camera? why not testing them? all the major review sites has pubslished their reviews ages ago.
and you call yourself "Camera Sensor" Only Analysts/ Experts? The first camera you should review is xpro1 last year! Don't know what's wrong with you guys!! Reply |
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