Monthly Archives: October 2013

Nikon’s new zoom/focus assist lever NAL-1

By [NR] admin | Published: October 19, 2013

With the D5300 announcement, Nikon also introduced a new zoom/focus assist lever called NAL-1 “that enables smoother zooming and focusing when attached to the zoom ring or focus ring on a NIKKOR lens“. Pricing and availability are not yet announced.

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Nikon D610 now in stock

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

Right on time with the DxOmark test report release, the Nikon D610 is currently in stock at B&H and Amazon. I already mentioned that the D610 does qualify for the latest Nikon instant rebates (follow the “Buy Together & Save” link on the product listing page). In addition, B&H currently offers free SanDisk 16GB memory card, Watson EN-EL15 Lithium-Ion battery and Ruggard Commando […]

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DxOMark tests the Nikon D610, P7800 and Nikkor 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6

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

Nikon D610 DxOMark released their test results for the Nikon D610 cameras. Here is their conclusion: “Although we can’t comment on whether the D610 addresses the issue of dust and oil deposits found on the original model, the new camera has some improved features, including a new shutter mechanism, which sounds promising. Along with that, […]

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Nikon D5300 now listed on Amazon UK, Germany and Japan

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

In addition to the US, the Nikon D5300 is now available for pre-order on Amazon UK, Germany and Japan: Nikon D5300 @ Amazon US Nikon D5300 @ Amazon UK Nikon D5300 @ Amazon Germany Nikon D5300 @ Amazon Japan The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 58mm f/1.4G lens is currently listed only on Amazon US and Amazon Japan.

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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 58mm f/1.4G lens additional coverage

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

First few quotes from the behind the scene interview with Haruo Sato from Nikon’s Design Department on the new Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G lens ($1,696.95):

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Nikon D5300 additional coverage

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

Some updates on the just announced Nikon D5300 camera – first are few Nikon D5300 hands-on videos and previews:

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Nikon D5300 and Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G pre-order options

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

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