Monthly Archives: March 2013

The latest Nikon D7100 news *UPDATED*

By [NR] admin | Published: March 18, 2013

Few quick updates on the Nikon D7100 DSLR camera: The Nikon D7100 body only is currently in stock at B&H. Here is a quick and easy hack to get ACR (CS6) or LR4 to handle D7100 files. It involves modifying the EXIF data so that it looks like a D5200 file. In this video (at […]

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DxOMark: the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM lens sets a new benchmark for optical performance

By [NR] admin | Published: March 18, 2013

DxOMark published their test results and conclusions for the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM lens with Nikon mount: “The lens sets a new benchmark for optical performance for a retro-focus lens in this focal length and it’s a feat that’s even more remarkable given the price is well-below that of any of the big name brands.” With […]

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Rumor: next Nexus 5 phone to have a Nikon camera module

By [NR] admin | Published: March 18, 2013

This rumors comes from phonearena.com: the upcoming Google Nexus 5 smart phone will have a Nikon camera module inside that will feature a mysterious “triple camera sensor“. Google has been promising to include an “insanely great camera” in the next Nexus phones:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #206

By [NR] admin | Published: March 17, 2013

The first, pre-production Nikon F camera is on sale for £250,000 (over $370,000). Tokina AT-X 12-28 PRO DX lens detailed specifications released. In addition to all other savings, there is also up to $150 rebates on the Nikon 1 V2 camera and lenses. Refurbished Nikon gear (see full listing here): Nikon Coolpix AW100 (underwater camera) for $169 (regular […]

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Nikon Repair Center saves a lens damaged by salt water by boiling it

By [NR] admin | Published: March 17, 2013

The Nikon Repair Center in Taiwan repaired a Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8 lens ($1,769.00) that was dropped in the sea by… boiling it. After the staff dissembled the lens for investigation, they determined that the AF motor was damaged and needed to be replaced:

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Deal of the day: get 6% back in rewards when you purchase Nikon D4, D800 body or D600 kit from Amazon

By [NR] admin | Published: March 16, 2013

The Nikon deals get better and better every day. Amazon is currently offering 6% back in rewards when you purchase Nikon D4, D800/D800E body or the D600 kit which translate to $360 in rewards for the D4 ($167 for the D800). This savings comes on top of the already existing $200 off for the D800 body/D600 kit. Check […]

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Nikon D7100 body only now in stock

By [NR] admin | Published: March 15, 2013

Update: the D7100 body only sold out at Best Buy and is now listed as “not available for shipping”. The ship to store option is still available. Nikon D7100 body only is currently in stock at BestBuy. The camera is listed to ship from the warehouse for free in one business day. New D7100 sample […]

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