The J2 was the first update of Nikon's entry model for the Nikon 1 line. As such, it has limted features and an interface more targeted to a compact user moving up. The J2 has two primary differences over the J1: a higher quality LCD, and the addition of "creative shooting modes," including panorama.
- Sensor: 10mp Nikon CMOS sensor, 13.2x8.8 (2.7x crop)
- Mount: Nikon CX
- Images: 3872x2582 JPEG or compressed 12-bit NEF maximum, 5 fps max full resolution
- Video: 1080P/30, 1080i/60, 720P/30/15, 480P/30/15, 240P/400, 120P/1200, MPEG4 MOV file, stereo PCM audio
- Shutter: electronic 30 sec to 1/16,000 sec, bulb
- Exposure: matrix, center-weighted, spot metering, -3 to +3EV exposure compensation, 6 white balance settings (plus Auto and Custom), ISO 100-3200 (plus HI-1)
- Focus: on imaging sensor 135 point phase detection plus contrast detect, single point, multi-area, face detect, tracking, manual focus override
- Display: 3" 920k dot fixed LCD, no viewfinder
- Flash: GN 16 ft (5m, at ISO 100), Pop-up iTTL, no hot shoe, 1/60 flash sync, red-eye reduction, slow sync, rear sync
- Remote: IR receiver on front of camera (ML-L3 controller optional)
- Other Notable Features: timelapse, motion snapshot (1 second at 1080P/60 plus full resolution still), smart photo selector, eight creative shooting modes including panorama
- Cards: SD, SDHC, SDXC
- Battery: EN-EL20
- Size: 4.4 x 2.4 x 1.2" (106 x 61 x 30) wide, tall, deep
- Weight: 8.4 ounces (237g)
- Colors: White, Black, Silver, Pink, Purple, and Orange
- Price: US$550 with 10-30mm kit lens
- Current firmware: version 1.2 (May 2014)
- Announced: August 2012, shipped September 2012
