Monthly Archives: January 2013

Weekly Nikon news flash #197

The first Nikon D5200 books are out. The Nikon version of the new Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM lens ($899) will be released on January 18, 2013. DxOMark tested the Canon version of this lens: “It is clear that Sigma has done something very special with the 35mm f1.4 DG HSM A, they have produced a lens […]

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Two new underwater housings for Nikon D600 from Ikelite and Sea&Sea

In addition to the Nauticam NA-D600 ($3,300), there are two new underwater housings for the Nikon D600 camera: Ikelite 6812.6 Ikelite 6812.6 specifications ($1,599.95):

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Nikon’s patent for a hybrid viewfinder (OVF & EVF)

The latest Nikon patent from Japan is for a hybrid viewfinder (OVF & EVF) – something similar was filed few years ago. The patent describes an OVF/EVF switch as well as the ability to display zoomed-in or zoomed-out live view from the scene in the OVF:

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How Nikkor lenses are made (video)

The video I posted few days ago was on how Nikon produces the glass used in their lenses. There is another video from Nikon Imaging Japan that actually shows how Nikkor lenses are assembled:

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You can now buy Nikon parts online

Last year in January, Nikon stopped selling camera parts to independent repair shops. Many Nikon shooters and small store owners complained, several petitions were started, but nothing changed. The good news is that now Nikon started selling selected DSLR and lens parts online at their new Nikon Parts Store. Some Nikon parts are also available […]

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“Broken Night” short film shot entirely on the Nikon D800 now available online

In November 2012 Nikon USA issued a press release about a new upcoming “beautiful horror movie” shot entirelly on the Nikon D800 camera. The short film “Broken Night” is now available online at brokennightmovie.com:

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New Nikon D600 for $1,685.99

Big Value Inc currently sells new Nikon D600 cameras for $1,685.99 on eBay with free shipping. The camera doesn’t come with manufacturer warranty, but you still get 1 years parts and 90 days labor:

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Nikon D800 shooting Dexter

In September 2012 Nikon issued a press release about the D800 camera been used in the shooting of the television series “Wilfred” and “Dexter” by the TV networks FX and Showtime. Yesterday Studiodaily published a article where camera operator Eric Fletcher shares his experiences with the D800:

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