Nikon also updated firmware for the ut1 communication unit, two coolpix. With a rugged design, the build quality of the aw1 is excellent, with a metal. Discontinued nikon 1 aw1 nikon india private limited. The nikon 1 system opens up a world of creative possibilities. The important thing is the aw1 survived its trial by fire well, trial by warm water, actually. Its rated to work in water as deep as 49 feet, survive. This is a selection of sample images from the nikon 1 aw1 camera, which were all taken using the 14 megapixel fine jpeg setting. Although your device does not support this download service, it can be used to view download information. Note that a card reader or other equipment may be required for some firmware updates. Learn how to take gorgeous photos in a variety of different situations. Summary the nikon aw1 is the worlds first underwater digital system camera. Oct 28, 20 nikon s choice to base the aw1 on the tech inside the nikon 1 j3 makes it fairly sleek for a system camera, especially when compacts given the toughness treatment often look like a fisher price.
The aw1s video startstop button is on the cameras top deck, right. The aw1, like all the nikon 1 series cameras, uses nikon s cx 1 sensor 2. Its imaging specs are identical to the j3, but now you can take it swimming. While the nikon 1 aw1 is better suited to stills photography than the likes of the gopro, thats not to say nikon doesnt have half an eye on video, too. Silicon grease, viewnx 2 software, short movie creator software. Is this the perfect action camera for all the family.
This section introduces useful camera controls and functions. The camera was set to program auto mode and with the sensitivity set to 160 iso the aw1 selected an exposure of 1 800 at f5. The nikon 1 aw1 is the first interchangeable lens camera that you can take. Protected by a stainless steel front cover, all function elements, card slots, and interfaces are protected by sealed covers. A waterproof action camera that is allowed to fall down from time to time is of little use if the image result leaves something to be desired. For more nikon 1 aw1 info and analysis, please read our original intro article. Nov 21, 20 the nikon 1 aw1 is the worlds first ever water, freeze, dust and shockproof compact system camera. The aw1 is waterproof to 15 metres, freezeproof to 10c and shockproof from heights of up to 2m, and comes with a new allweather 1 nikkor aw 1127. The nikon 1 aw1 is the worlds first ever water, freeze, dust and. The nikon 1 aw1 does not have an eyelevel viewfinder.
The thumbnails below link to the fullsized versions, which have not been altered in any way. For this test all three cameras were set to program auto mode. Other nikon 1 lenses can be mounted on the aw1, but they render the aw1s special features waterproof, shockproof, and freezeproof useless. Whether the nikon 1 aw1 can meet the demands of ambitious photographers, we have examined in the test lab and in practice. Sample images are provided for illustrative purposes only to explain functions.
Youll need to use the included nikon software to properly transfer the clip. Aw1 test data on dxo mark v3 test data on dxo mark. Based on the companys 1 mirrorless system, the aw1 can be submerged down to 15m and is also dustproof, freezeproof to 10c, and shockproof to 2m. The nikon 1 aw1 offers the flexibility of an ilc with the underwater. Capture nx 2 can be copied to a memory card and loaded into the camera, or custom picture controls created with the camera can be copied to the memory card to be used in other nikon 1 aw1 cameras and compatible software and then deleted when no longer needed. The camera is compatible with all existing 1 nikkor lenses and a range of accessories. A knockaround companion thats always with you, ready to preserve those snippets of life you wont want to forget. Getting to aperturepreferred, shutterpreferred or program mode also requires multiple button clicks, is not. Image stabilisation was turned off and the camera settings were otherwise left on the defaults.
The aw1 records video at up to 1080i60 quality in quicktime format. Jan 19, 2014 the nikon aw1 is a waterproof, shockproof, and freezeproof model of the third generation nikon 1 mirrorless lineup. Having the raw file enabled me to do the postprocessing needed to get the final result i desired in this shot. This lens is great for low light, but dont try to take it underwater. The testing included taking photos of a test image at different iso settings in a controlled environment. Download firmware for nikon digital products firmware being the builtin software that controls cameras and other devices.
The camera displayed sharp image quality with little grain when zoomed in. Everything in the video was shot with the nikon 1 aw1 except the clips where you can see the aw1. Nikon repair said that it was not economic to repair the body. The nikon 1 aw1 produces images with a similar level of noise to the olympus omd em1, at least at the lower sensitivity settings, but its beaten by. Dont worry about interrupting your video, just depress the shutterrelease button at any time during hd video recording. There are also only two nikon 1 aw1 lenses capable of submersion.
Most likely the aw1 will be used for kayaking, rafting, surfing, canyoneering and other activities where it wont go deeper than about 10 feet. I am strong and irresistible from the epic to the everyday, the the nikon 1 aw1 wont look out of place movies, no matter what or where youre handsome nikon 1 aw1 can capture at a chic city event either. The nikon 1 aw1 is the first waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof advanced camera with interchangeable lenses. This is the only reason to buy a nikon 1 aw1 instead of one of the other nikon 1 cameras or other mirrorless alternatives. But if you want to go deeper, the video above is proof it can handle it. While i have not been the biggest fan of the nikon mirrorless camera system i feel that the aw1 brings something new and. Other options would be dslrs or gopros, or a combination of the two. Running the grand canyon with the nikon 1 aw1 a wet and wild field test. The nikon 1 aw1 is a nikon 1 series highspeed mirrorless interchangeablelens camera by nikon. In addition, the two new allenvironment lenses, 1 nikkor aw 1127. Get your team aligned with all the tools you need on one secure, reliable video platform.
From kayaking to mountain climbing, keep the rugged nikon 1 aw1 by your side. The nikon 1 aw1 is the first interchangeable lens camera that you can take deep underwater, but its best left in automatic mode. Ae lock, af lock, action control, depth indicator, eyefi card ready, motion snapshot, smart photo selector, audio recording, camera orientation detection. The nikon aw1 is a waterproof, shockproof, and freezeproof model of the third generation nikon 1 mirrorless lineup. Nikon 1 aw1 iso test images previous next iso noise performance noise is quite low at iso160, and iso200, however increases at iso400, and can be seen in darker areas of the image. Its premium build quality almost puts the entrylevel j series also from nikon to shame. Compact and powerful, the new nikkor z 24200mm f46. Program, shutter priority, aperture priority, manual. With a wide angle of view from 24mm to 200mm, this lightweight and compact lens lets you shoot everything from wide angle to close up with a twist of the control ring. May, 2014 the nikon 1 aw1 is the first digital compact system camera that can be used for diving or other active sports without an additional protective case. The information on this page assumes camera settings are at their default values. Nikons 1 system has been around for a couple of years now, and. Jul 08, 2014 i take a look at the very unique mirrorless nikon 1 aw1 underwater camera.
The aw1 does have manual shutter, aperture and iso settings, although not the easiest to use. The aw1 is a waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof milc mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. My nikon 1 aw1, like many others, developed a leak through the batterycard compartment. All in all, the nikon aw1 is in a class of its own. To view descriptions, cautions, and download and installation instructions, click view download page. The nikon 1 aw1 is ready to multi task, shooting video while simultaneously capturing highquality still images. While the 1 aw1 can be used with all lenses of the nikon 1 system, using it underwater and in similar adverse conditions. The aw1 is waterproof and stitches multishot panoramas. In fact, the aw1 just might be the most versatile extreme sports camera at this price point currently available. Nikon 1 aw1 waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof advanced. My lens and the camera lens throat were dry but circuitry near the battery was ruined. It is a waterproof, rugged, highspeed milc camera with 15 metres 49 ft water pressure resistance, shockproof from 2 metres 6. Full 1080p hd video capture, an ultrafast hybrid autofocus system, best. Nikon 1 aw1 waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof camera.
A fusion of smart sophistication, incredible toughness and worldrenowned quality, nikon 1 aw1 is equally at home uptown, downtown or when you just want to get away to the mountains or beach. Jan 14, 2014 features that the nikon 1 aw1 inherits from the j3 include nikons advanced hybrid af system, which assesses the scene to detect whether phasedetection or contrastdetection af is most appropriate, and an exceptionally versatile electronic shutter offering speeds from 30116,000sec, which is twice as fast as even the best mechanical shutter. They like larger sensors, enhanced performance, better image quality, and the abilty to swap. Mar 18, 2015 my nikon 1 aw1, like many others, developed a leak through the batterycard compartment. The nikon 1 aw1 is the first waterproof, shockproof advanced camera with interchangeable lenses.
Aw1 lenses cant be mounted on other nikon 1 cameras. You also have the option of shooting at 1080p30, 720p60, or 720p30. Nikon 1 aw1 underwater dive test video camera news and. Nikon 1 aw1 preparation needed before going underwater duration. Witness the perfect wedding with nikon z series, filming love in its original form, capturing the old and the young, their smiles and their moves with them eventually turning into clear memories. Its a rugged model that, unusually, takes really good. Dec 27, 20 the new nikon 1 aw1 meets this consumer criteria. Its small, portable, has interchangeable lenses, and can go underwater.
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