Nikon 1 J5

486 reviews

Jun, 2025

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usability (160)
performance (133)
portability (126)
size (90)
image quality (86)

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battery (25)
viewfinder (19)
flash (18)
memory (3)
storage (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 486 reviews of Nikon 1 J5. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Views about the image quality and size are on the whole positive. The portability and performance are also appreciated. There are some mixed comments about the energy efficiency and low light performance. Some have doubts about the storage and memory.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Nikon 1 J5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Nikon 1 J5

alaTest has collected and analyzed 27 user reviews of Nikon 1 J5 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the image quality and design are generally positive. The usability and performance are also mentioned favorably, whereas the viewfinder and size get negative opinions.

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96% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Jun, 2025

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Amazon.com review summary for Nikon 1 J5

alaTest has collected and analyzed 71 user reviews of Nikon 1 J5 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People really like the size and design. The portability and usability are also appreciated, whereas the battery and reliability get mixed comments. There are some negative comments about the exposure and durability.

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90% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jun, 2025

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Nikon 1 J5

alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of Nikon 1 J5 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca. People are impressed by the size, whereas some have doubts about the battery.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Jun, 2025

Expert review by : Amy Davies (techradar.com)

Nikon 1 J5 review

A retro design and a rethought mode dial widens the appeal of Nikon's J-series CSC

Touch sensitive screen ; Tilting screen ; Inbuilt Wi-Fi and NFC

4K recording only at 15fps ; Slow shot to shot speeds ; No viewfinder

The Nikon 1 J5's sensor is smaller than those in most other CSCs, but it's stylish and practical and small enough to compete with regular compact cameras, not just other CSCs.

May, 2015

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The Nikon 1 J5 is the latest mirrorless camera from Nikon, featuring an interchangeable lens, a 20Mp sensor and Ultra-HD 4K video recording. Touting DSLR-like performance from a more compact design, we put these claims to the test - read our complete...

Jun, 2015

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Expert review by : Joshua Waller (ephotozine.com)

Nikon 1 J5 Review

The Nikon 1 J5 is the latest mirrorless camera from Nikon and features an all new 20.8 megapixel BSI CMOS sensor for improved image quality as well as 4K video recording.

Great 3inch tilting touch-screen ; Compact stylish metal body ; 2 year warranty ; High speed continuous shooting ; 20fps continuous shooting with AF tracking ; High speed video modes ; Good image quality and colour ; 10-30mm lens gives very good macro...

Soft images with 10-30mm PD lens ; Prime lenses needed for best results ; Shorter battery life (250 shots) ; 4K video is recorded at 15fps ; Basic Wi-Fi app

As part of the Nikon 1 series, the Nikon 1 J5 is the fastest shooting consumer camera currently available, offering 20fps continuous shooting with auto-focus, as well as 60fps continuous shooting with fixed focus. The Nikon 1 J5 is ideal for a wide...

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : Elias Plastiras (goodgearguide.com.au)

Nikon 1 J5 mirrorless camera

A small and lightweight camera that produces clear and vibrant photos

Compact size with manual controls ; Clear and rich image quality ; Great screen

MicroSD a bit of an inconvenience ; No manual focus peaking

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Nikon 1 J5 Review

If you're not a serious shutterbug, you'll appreciate the ease of using the fast-shooting Nikon 1 J5 mirrorless camera.

Aug, 2015

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Higher resolution and a flip-up display come to the Nikon 1 line

The newest addition to the Nikon 1 line, the J5, brings a 20.8-megapixel sensor and a selfie-friendly LCD, among other things.

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : Kyle Schurman (steves-digicams.com)

Nikon J5

The Nikon 1 J5 is a nice mirrorless ILC that makes quite a few improvements from the Nikon 1 J4. However, it still has enough minor annoyances that add up quickly to make it lag just behind some similar mirrorless models. Nikon gave the J5 a sharp...

Good upgrades over Nikon 1 J4, including 20.8-megapixels of resolution ; Additional mode dial options make J5 easy to use ; Up to 20 frames per second photos at full resolution with continuous autofocus ; Silent shutter that can record images at a...

Image quality is adequate for small-to-mid-sized prints with the kit lens, but it's a little soft with large prints ; Control button collection looks more like a point-n-shoot camera than an advanced model ; Camera interface is improved from past Nikon...

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Elias Plastiras (pcworld.idg.com.au)

Nikon 1 J5 mirrorless camera

A small and lightweight camera that produces clear and vibrant photos

Compact size with manual controls ; Clear and rich image quality ; Great screen

MicroSD a bit of an inconvenience ; No manual focus peaking

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)

4K Video recording with the Nikon 1 J5

Nikon 1 J5 4K video features : From action-packed Full HD footage to colourful 4K travelogues and smooth time-lapse movies, the new Nikon 1 J5 compact system camera is your perfect 4k video partner. Aside from 4K movies, you can shoot Full HD video at...

The best lenses lead to the best images and 1 Nikkor lenses are nothing short of exceptional. With a fine selection of fast primes, super-telephoto, and extra-wide lenses at your disposal, you can capture any kind of scene with crisp precision. Each 1...

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)

Nikon 1 J5

Nikon 1 J5 digital camera features : The Nikon 1 J5 is a camera where compact doesn't mean cramped, and sharing every brilliant shot just got easier than ever. Ample spacing between dials lets you adjust camera controls without taking your eye off your...

For the Nikon 1 J5 there are two optional accessories. The Nikon CB-N2220SA Body Case Set and the Nikon N-MP001 Selfie Stick. Included accessories in the retail sales package are: Nikon EN-EL24 Rechargeable Li-ion battery, Nikon MH-31 battery charger,...

Apr, 2015

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