Key Features The newly developed CMOS image sensor, with an effective pixel count of 10.1 megapixels, is the world's first* image sensor created that implements phase-detection AF. The Nikon 1 boasts exceptionally fast auto-focusing, while promising high image quality for both still images and movies. The new image sensor has been engineered to deliver super-precise focusing that captures a wide range of subjects flawlessly. ACTIVE D-LIGHTING If you could capture minute details of light and shadow in high contrast environment, you would have more opportunities to capture remarkable images without disappointing. Nikon's Active D-Lighting optimizes the balance of high contrast scenes to restore details often lost under strong lighting, allowing you to capture scenes with optimal results. Matrix metering settings enable you to adjust the exposure to produce natural results for every situation and every subject. By controlling overexposure and preserving subtle features of underexposed areas, Active D-Lighting will create well-balanced results. PICTURE CONTROL You cannot only capture your special moments, but you can also transform the look and feel of your images, just as you imagine them. Picture Control is Nikon's unique system that enables you to flexibly control and adjust the image settings to suit your preferences. You can choose from among 6 different settings: Vivid, Monochrome, Neutral, Standard, Landscape, and Portrait. With these settings, you can sharpen an image by emphasizing the silhouette, or create a more vivid image by adjusting the saturation. With ViewNX 2, you can also fine-tune your images even after they have been shot to match exactly what you envision. Fastest AF x Most Focus Points in the World We offer two of the world's best features to let you capture special moments faithfully. First, we present the world's fastest autofocus(*1). The phase-detection AF, embedded in the newly developed sensor, will track and capture fast-moving subjects in sharp, crystal-clear focus. Second, we offer the most focus points in the world. The focal plane phase-detection AF with effectively positioned 73 points(*2) recognizes the moving subject as a plane to ensure that images are captured clearly. Because of the Advanced hybrid AF system, the camera will automatically select the contrast-detect AF mode in poorly lit areas to expand the area covered by the autofocus. World's fastest continuous shooting, Max.10fps in AF-A mode / Max.60fps in AF-S mode You can continuously capture images at approx. 10 fps while the AF constantly tracks the subject and keeps every element in razor-sharp focus. In continuous shooting at 60fps, focus is locked on the position detected in the first frame. With this innovative feature, you can unequivocally capture your once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity. FULL HD MOVIE To date, you had to choose between shooting movies or photographs to capture a special moment. With the Nikon 1, you can now shoot high-resolution still images, while shooting high-quality, full HD movies (1080/60i) simultaneously. SLOW MOTION MOVIE By controlling the lapse of time, we have discovered a way to expose new fragments in time. With the Slow Motion Movie function of the Nikon 1, you can delay the lapse of time in your scene, revealing layers of fun and excitement that were previously undetectable by the naked eye.