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Nikon 1 J5 PDF User Manual

Did you lose or misplace the instruction manual that came with your Nikon 1 J5? It happens all too easily, but fortunately Nikon makes a soft copy available that you can browse through online, print out, or download (see the pdf file below). It is certainly good practice to carefully familiarize oneself with the many different functionalities and options that the J5 offers, and the official user manual is without doubt an authoritative and comprehensive source of respective information.

That said, the instruction booklet can be a dry read, so that a dedicated camera guide book from a professional photographer that illustrates the camera's core functions in a real life photography context can be a very helpful complement. Yes, getting one of these camera guides (see here at amazon) would involve an additional expense, but if that book helps to exploit the camera's potential to the full, the (small) additional investment may well be worth it.

Also, you might want to check out the video tutorial on the Nikon 1 J5 below.

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In any case, the J5 is an advanced imaging tool, whose many features merit serious attention. This mirrorless interchangeable lens camera was announced on April 2nd, 2015, which means that, as of today, the camera is 3462 days old (young?). The camera has meanwhile been discontinued, but there has not been a direct replacement model for the J5 from Nikon.

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Nikon's reference manual for the J5

The camera's reference manual is 270 pages long. The pdf version is embedded below. As you browse through, you will hopefully find the information you are looking for. You can also print out a hard copy by right clicking on the manual and then choosing the respective menu option. For convenience, a summary of the key specs of the J5 is included towards the bottom of this webpage.

Don't forget to bookmark this page for future reference (Ctrl-Shift-D on a Windows PC; Cmd-Shift-D on a Mac). Happy browsing!

Click on the button below to download the pdf version of the Nikon 1 J5 manual to your computer. The file will open in a new browser window.

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If you prefer to read the user guide in another language, please check the respective availability on Nikon's support site. That site also provides complementary online resources, such as information on the compatibility of various camera accessories or the availability of firmware updates that are not necessarily comprehensively covered in the instruction manual.

Printed, hardcopy versions of the Nikon 1 J5 manual can sometimes be found online. You can check the availability on amazon and ebay via the buttons below.

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Video tutorial for the Nikon 1 J5

Perhaps instead of reading through a manual or operations guide, you might prefer to better familiarize yourself with your J5 by watching a video tutorial. It can notably help to quickly get to know the key functions and to set up your camera according to your particular preferences and needs.

Once again, the Nikon 1 J5 is a sophisticated imaging tool and not exploiting its capabilities to the full would be a pity. Hence, taking the time to study online information material or to read through a well-written camera guide book is highly recommended to make the most of your purchase.

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Nikon 1 J5 FAQ

Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular features of the J5.

What type of imaging sensor is used in the Nikon 1 J5?

The camera features a BSI-CMOS (Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor.

Which image processing chip is used in the Nikon 1 J5 to convert the raw signal into an image file and perform noise reduction and image sharpening?

Nikon equipped the J5 with the EXPEED 5 image processor.

What is the ISO sensitivity range of the Nikon 1 J5?

The camera has a native sensitivity range from ISO 160 to ISO 12800.

Does the Nikon 1 J5 have a selfie-friendly screen?

Yes, the LCD-screen of the J5 is flexible and can be turned to be front-facing for capturing selfies.

What is the life expectancy of the shutter in the Nikon 1 J5?

Nikon does not publish a shutter rating for the J5. Yet, shutters in comparable cameras from other manufacturers are said to be good for at least 100 000 actuations. It should be noted, though, that this number represents a Mean Time before Failure. The shutter might fail earlier, or it might last longer. Anyway, in order to exhaust an expected shutter life of 100 000 shots over, say, three years, one would have to take about 100 pictures each and every day.

How do I find the shutter count on my Nikon 1 J5?

Nikon embeds the number of shutter actuations in image metadata. You can check the number of shots that your J5 has taken up to now by uploading a recent image to the free online shutter count finder app.

Is completely silent shooting possible with the Nikon 1 J5?

The camera has an electronic shutter option, so that it is indeed feasible to capture images without any shutter noise.

Do I need to purchase an external camera trigger to shoot time-lapse sequences with the Nikon 1 J5?

No, the Nikon 1 J5 has an intervalometer built-in, so that low frequency shooting (for example, flower blooming, sunset, moon rise) can be undertaken without the need to purchase a separate external intervalometer and related software.

Does the Nikon 1 J5 feature an autofocus assist light?

Yes, the camera has a lamp built-in that can illuminate the subject and improve autofocus in low-light settings.

Does the Nikon 1 J5 support the Ultra High Speed (UHS) bus interface for SD cards?

Yes, the camera can indeed use UHS-I cards (data transfer speed of up to 104 MB/s).

Which battery does the Nikon 1 J5 use?

The camera gets its power from the Nikon EN-EL24, which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack.

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Further reading

How does the J5 stack up against available alternatives? If you would like to see a side-by-side review with another camera, just use the search menu below. There is also a set of direct links to comparison reviews that other users of the CAM-parator app explored.

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    Core camera specifications

    Here is a list of the main features and technical characteristics of the Nikon 1 J5.

    Specifications Summary
    Camera Model Nikon 1 J5
    Camera Type Mirrorless system camera
    Camera Lens Nikon 1 mount lenses
    Launch Date April 2015
    Launch Price USD 399
    Sensor Specs
    Sensor Technology BSI-CMOS
    Sensor Format 1" Sensor
    Sensor Size 13.2 x 8.8 mm
    Sensor Area 116 mm2
    Sensor Diagonal 15.9 mm
    Crop Factor 2.7x
    Sensor Resolution 20.7 Megapixels
    Image Resolution 5 568 x 3 712 pixels
    Pixel Pitch 2.37 μm
    Pixel Density 17.79 MP/cm2
    Moiré control no AA filter
    Movie Capability 4K/15p Video
    ISO Setting 160 - 12 800 ISO
    Image Processor EXPEED 5
    DXO Sensor Quality (score) 65
    DXO Color Depth (bits) 21.1
    DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 12.0
    DXO Low Light (ISO) 479
    Screen Specs
    Viewfinder Type No viewfinder
    Top-Level Screen no Top Display
    LCD Framing Live View
    LCD Size 3.0 inch
    LCD Resolution 1037k dots
    LCD Attachment Tilting screen
    V-logging Friendliness Front-flip possible
    Touch Input Touchscreen
    Shooting Specs
    Focus System On-Sensor Phase-detect
    Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking Feature
    Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000s
    Continuous Shooting 60 shutter flaps/s
    Shutter Life Expectancy100 000 actuations
    Silent ShootingElectronic Shutter
    Time Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer Built-in
    Fill Flash Built-in Flash
    Storage Medium SDXC cards
    Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot
    UHS card support UHS-I
    Connectivity Specs
    External Flash no Hotshoe
    USB Connector USB 2.0
    HDMI Port micro HDMI
    Wifi Support Wifi built-in
    Near-Field Communication NFC built-in
    Body Specs
    Battery Type Nikon EN-EL24 power pack
    Battery Life (CIPA)250 shots per charge
    Body Dimensions 98 x 60 x 32 mm
    (3.9 x 2.4 x 1.3 in)
    Camera Weight 231 g (8.1 oz)

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