Nikon related news/links

• Detailed report on the Nikon D3s presentation in China (from where the Nikon vs. Canon graph came from).

• Update on Nikon compatibility testing with Windows 7:

“Nikon Transfer v1.5.1* + View NX 1.5.0* – We have confirmed that there are no problems with the basic operation under 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 7. We plan to make compatible versions available for download by the end of January 2010.

Capture NX2* – We plan to make a compatible version available for download by end of December 2009.

Camera Control Pro 2* – We plan to make a compatible version available for download by end December 2009.”

• Another Nikon D3s review.

• Photosynthesis – this site is a good source for Nikon lenses (inlc. serial #)

• Nikon Podcast #28 – Travel and documentary photographer Ami Vitale talks about the benefits of stills and HD video when photographing a captivating culture.

• Adobe has announced “Released candidates” versions of Photoshop Camera Raw 5.6, Lightroom 2.6 and DNG Converter 5.6. Nikon D3s support is included.

• Nikon CEO Selected as PMDA (PhotoImaging Manufacturers and Distributors Association) Person of the Year.