Nikon announced two new products that will enable the use of Nikon fieldscopes on Nikon 1 mirrorless cameras. Similar product already exists for DSLRs (see sample images). The latest Nikon fieldscopes have built-in VR technology (some models cost over $5,000). Here are the details on the new DSA-N1 adapter and DSB-N1 bracket:
Nikon filed patent 2012-215769 in Japan for obtaining a high precision focus when attaching an old Nikkor lens to a digital camera (this solution is probably intended for Nikon 1 mirrorless cameras). The patent describes a high precision AF mount adapter that has a built-in automatic focus adjustment mechanism – the AF is first determined by TTL phase detection and [...]
DxOMark released test results for the Nikon 1 J2 mirrorless camera: Unsurprisingly, the Nikon 1 J2 doesn’t show significant progress over the Nikon 1 J1, given that they share the same sensor — one that doesn’t seem to have changed at all between the two generations. Strengths of the Nikon 1 J2: Color depth. Good [...]
Two days after the official announcement, this is what other website have to say about the Nikon 1 V2 mirrorless camera: “Nikon 1 V2: An Interchangeable-Lens Camera For Clueless Photographers (And No One Else)” /Gizmodo “A Serious-Looking Mirrorless for People Who Don’t Want to Think” /Petapixel “Whereas the J2 was frustratingly incremental compared to the J1, the [...]
B&H is now taking pre-orders for the new Nikon 1 V2 mirrorless camera. For all available V2 colors/kits, check this link. More pre-order options available at Amazon and Adorama. The black and white Nikon SB-N7 Speedlight flash for Nikon 1 V1 & V2 models is now also listed for pre-order. For all UK readers: in addition [...]
Nikon officially announced a new Nikon 1 V2 mirrorless camera, Nikkor 70-200mm f/4G ED VR lens and SB-N7 Speedlight for Nikon 1 system. Related links: Nikkor AF-S 70-200mm f/4G ED VR lens at Nikon.com | Nikon Imaging | Sample images | Price: $1,3999 Nikon 1 V2 mirrorless camera at Nikon.com | Nikon Imaging | Sample images | See the different kit prices Nikon SB-N7 Speedlight flash at [...]
Nikon to Develop Three New 1 NIKKOR Lenses for the Nikon 1 Advanced Camera with Interchangable Lens System TOKYO, JAPAN – Today, Nikon Corporation announced the development of three new lenses for the Nikon 1 Advanced Camera with Interchangeable Lens System. These lenses will be welcomed additions to the current lineup of popular 1 NIKKOR lenses, [...]
