Does the nikon j1 take pictures and video?

Does the nikon j1 take pictures and video?

Yes, but neither very well.

This is what's known as an EVIL camera - Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lenses. What that actually means is these cameras are simply way over priced, over rated pocket toy point and shoot cameras that don't have a real view finder - ugh!
For this money you can get a real camera, a dslr.

No it's a $600 paperweight.
ETA - I was actually making fun of the question not the camera. Why would you ask if a camera takes pictures? It's a camera duh.

I'm really surprised that you did not go directly to the Nikon website. All the answers to your questions will be found there.
It does both and very well for a camera you can carry in your briefcase or purse
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