The Nikon 1 series of cameras are off to a quick start. Nikon says that sales are strong and supply of its first mirrorless cameras with interchangeable lenses cannot keep up with demand.

Now, we know what you're thinking: Nikon can't meet demand because supply is limited by the flooding of its camera production base in Thailand. But Nikon says that the Thailand floods had minimal impact on the Nikon 1 series which is assembled at its Chinese facilities. In fact, Nikon is increasing production of its new J1 and V1 cameras in order to offset the loss of sales resulting from the drop in production of its DSLR cameras.

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Have you been waiting to get your hands on the new Nikon Series 1 digital mirrorless cameras? Then get your credit card ready, because the V1 and J1 are now shipping. The company announced the line of interchangeable lens shooters back in September, and seems to have hit its projected release date with the cameras available for order in the US on Amazon, B&H, and other online retailers. However, outlets abroad still appear to be in pre-order mode, with release set for October 24th. The 10.1 megapixel cameras both feature 3-inch LCD screens and RAW image support, with a 10-30mm kit lens bundled with the base configuration. The J1 comes in a ha …

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