Nikon 1 Full speed ahead More than just a new type of Thanks to Nikon’s next-generation camera, the ever-expanding EXPEED 3A dual image Nikon 1 lineup offers a whole new processor, data is processed way to capture the speed of life. incredibly quickly. Performance Delivering intelligence and beauty is exceptionally fast, which lets at world-beating speeds, our small, you shoot amazing images and fast, and powerful Nikon 1 system Full HD movies in exciting new cameras make it easy to vividly ways. Meanwhile, wireless transfer catch the memorable moments in methods let you share the high- your nonstop life. quality photos you shoot. 2 | The super-high-speed CMOS sensor On top of these technological advances, for the Nikon 1 AW1. Meanwhile, the boasts a high megapixel count and ISO the irresistible Nikon 1 AW1 joins the complete range of 1 NIKKOR lenses light sensitivity for more detailed shots range with a waterproof, shockproof, functions perfectly with all Nikon 1 in low light. Nikon’s advanced hybrid dustproof, and freeze-proof construction! cameras—giving you the power to autofocus system delivers the world’s With a tough stainless steel front panel, record still images and movies without shortest release time lag1, and features it looks stunning and feels solid in your compromise. The optional FT1 mount stunningly accurate autofocus tracking for hands, plus you can take it anywhere— adapter allows you to use NIKKOR D-SLR wide coverage across the frame. Features literally. lenses, making the Nikon 1 system as like Motion Snapshot and Best Moment flexible as it is fast. Capture make the most of the camera’s To complete the new lineup, two new phenomenal speed and reward you with water- and shockproof 1 NIKKOR AW unique images of your active life. lenses have been crafted specifically | 3 Table of contents The Nikon 1 interchangeable lens compact system camera: I AM THE SPEED OF LIFE 2 The Nikon 1 AW1: I AM STRONG AND IRRESISTIBLE 8 Waterproof, shockproof, and freeze-proof 10 Handsome looks 12 Touch, tilt, and shoot 16 Keep track of your adventures 17 Spot-on shooting 18 Incredible speed 19 Don’t wait to share your adventures 20 Motion Snapshot 22 Best Moment Capture 22 Auto Mode 23 Creative Mode 23 Action time! 24 4 | 1 NIKKOR lenses 1 NIKKOR AW 11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6 26 1 NIKKOR AW 10mm f/2.8 28 Expand your possibilities 32 Mount Adapter FT1 32 1 NIKKOR 10mm f/2.8 33 1 NIKKOR 18.5mm f/1.8 33 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 33 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7–13mm f/3.5–5.6 34 1 NIKKOR VR 10–30mm f/3.5–5.6 34 1 NIKKOR 11–27.5mm f/3.5–5.6 34 1 NIKKOR VR 30–110mm 35 1 NIKKOR VR 10–100mm f/4.0–5.6 35 1 NIKKOR VR 10–100mm PD-ZOOM 35 Nikon 1 AW1 system accessories 36 Nikon. Your guide to underwater adventures. 38 Technical Specifications: Nikon 1 AW1 40 Technical Specifications: 1 NIKKOR lenses 42 | 5 6 | Nikon 1 AW1 Be first among equals. Shoot at the speed of life. | 7 Nikon 1 AW1 Drop me, plunge me, freeze me, adore me. Life doesn’t have a replay button. To bring your old camera. And thanks to The astonishingly fast autofocus system catch it, you need a camera that can keep the sophisticated minimalist design, delivers spot-on photos and smooth up. From the epic to the everyday, the the Nikon 1 AW1 won’t look out of place movies, no matter what or where you’re handsome Nikon 1 AW1 can capture at a chic city event either. shooting. And when the action really all the action. Whatever Mother Nature gets going, there’s no need to stand on might have in store, this system camera Nikon 1 features like Motion Snapshot the sidelines and watch: You can capture keeps on performing so you’ll never miss and Best Moment Capture will reward the fun from up close with blazingly the moments you don’t want to forget. you with unique images. If movies are fast, continuous, full-resolution shots—all your thing, Advanced Movie Mode lets without worrying about the camera Small enough to carry everywhere, you capture stunningly crisp Full HD getting dusty, wet, or knocked out of your and fast enough to leap into action footage. The CX-format CMOS sensor hands. To share your favourites, simply in the blink of an eye, the waterproof, offers a 14.2-megapixel resolution, plug the optional WU-1b Wireless Mobile shockproof, dustproof, and freeze-proof and the ISO range goes up to 6400 Adapter into your camera and send your construction means you can capture your for beautiful low-light detail. photos directly to your smartphone or life’s stories in places you wouldn’t dare tablet.2 8 | | 9 Waterproof Take the plunge with the Nikon 1 AW1. Simply attach one of the dedicated waterproof 1 NIKKOR AW lenses, and you can capture high-quality photos and movies as far down as 15 m underwater.3 Whether you’re scuba diving or out on a sailing trip, rubber sealing at critical points on the camera—as well as an O-ring for the lens mount—protect the system from water and dust. You’re free to snap the wonders under the sea, or film the leaders in the yacht race, without a care in the world. 10 | Shockproof Freeze-proof With its ability to withstand drops of up to 2 m There’s something magical about a world and still come up shooting4, the Nikon 1 AW1 blanketed in pure white snow and ice. A true and its dedicated lenses are tough enough to performer even in temperatures as low as take the occasional bump or two, wherever -10 °C, the Nikon 1 AW1 does winter action your adventures take you. like no other camera. You can safely sling the camera over your Whether you’re on holiday at a chic ski resort shoulder, whether you’re biking along a rough or roaming through snow-filled streets on mountain trail or taking a jeep ride across the a winter’s trip to New York, you can bring desert. Enjoy peace of mind as you balance on home dazzling photos and movies when the a roadside rock in order to capture the view, or temperature drops—without even taking off lean out of the window taking shots as you go. your gloves. | 11 Handsome looks Adventure-proof construction An irresistible combination of robust holiday of a lifetime, the Nikon 1 AW1 is Rubber seals ensure water doesn’t enter functionality and minimalist design, the perfectly suited to any setting—and the the camera’s inner workings, and the new Nikon 1 AW1 offers a brilliant chance solid stainless steel front panel is just the double-locking battery and USB/HDMI to satisfy your urge for the finer things in beginning. compartment covers reduce the chances life without worrying about the elements of accidental opening. The anti-slip grip or the occasional bump. Large buttons and one-touch access ensures a firm hold, even in challenging to Action Control make operation easy conditions like surging surf, wild winds, or You can’t see it, but it’s there: A built-in even when wearing gloves. The pop-up just when shooting with wet hands. toughness that you can rely on in any flash is waterproof to the same depth environment. From a day out sailing to as the camera, so you can capture The Nikon 1 AW1—rich with adventure. a night about town; from the ski slopes naturally coloured images of underwater to a weekend in Milan or the safari environments. 12 | Anti-slip grip Pop-up flash Get a firm, comfortable grasp, even Waterproof to 15 m. Illuminate when shooting with wet hands, heavy subjects you can get close to lenses, or from unusual angles. underwater, or subjects up to 6 m away from the camera on land. Action Control button Bigger buttons Just press, tilt, and shoot. Action Extra space between control buttons Control adds a whole new dimension facilitates easier operation when to shooting ease. wearing gloves. A button lock feature allows you to disable specific buttons to prevent unintentional operation. Double-lock covers 1 NIKKOR AW lenses Double-locking covers for the battery A match made in heaven for the rigors and USB/HDMI compartments reduce of action on earth. As handsome and the chances of accidental opening, and robust as the camera, Nikon’s two new help avoid untimely mishaps that can water/shock/freeze-proof 1 NIKKOR cause damage. AW lenses can go anywhere the Nikon 1 AW1 camera goes. | 13 Nikon 1 AW1 • Lens: 1 NIKKOR AW 10mm f/2.8 • Focal Length: 10 mm • Focus Mode: AF-A • Aperture: f/5.6 • Shutter Speed: 1/1000 s • Scene Mode: Easy Panorama • Exposure Compensation: 0 EV • Metering: Matrix • ISO Sensitivity: Auto (ISO 160) • White Balance: Auto 14 | | 15 Touch, tilt, and shoot Action Control Action doesn’t wait. You don’t want to Operation couldn’t be simpler: All you do lose time when you’re out in the snow is press the Action Control button, then trying to catch your friend as they swoop tilt the camera to the left or the right to round the final turn of the off-piste ski run. change shooting mode, adjust settings, or view the photos and movies you’ve Thankfully, Action Control adds a shot.