Monthly Archives: June 2015

Update on the secret Nikon iOS project

Few weeks ago I reported that iOS engineers were working on a new secret project with Nikon USA at the main Apple campus in Cupertino. Here is an update: there will be a new iOS app (I presume from Nikon) that will add special/new camera features through Wi-Fi. For example, you will be able to purchase new features […]

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Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens for Nikon F mount now in stock

The Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens for Nikon F mount is currently in stock at B&H and Amazon. Additional information on the lens, including MTF charts and detailed specifications, can be found on here.

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The Nikon 1 AW1 underwater mirrorless camera is now $100 off

New price drop: the Nikon 1 AW1 underwater mirrorless camera is now $100 off at B&H, Adorama and Amazon. Most listings offer free expedited shipping and 2% back in rewards.

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The Tokina AT-X 24-70mm f/2.8 PRO FX lens for Nikon F mount is coming on June 12

The Tokina AT-X 24-70mm f/2.8 PRO FX full frame lens for Nikon F mount will be released on June 12, 2015. The price in Japan will be ¥150,000, for US pricing, check this B&H listing. Additional information, including sample photos, can be found here.

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Nikon D3200 firmware update 1.04 now available

Nikon released firmware update version 1.04 for the D3200 DSLR camera with a single memory card fix:

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Some scenes of the new Mad Max movie were shot with Nikon cameras

Some of the scenes in the new Mad Max: Fury Road movie were shot with Nikon cameras:

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Top 10 NikonRumors posts for May 2015

         These are the top 10 most visited NikonRumors posts for May, 2015:

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First Nikon D810A review

The Swedish astrophotographer Göran Strand published the first review of the Nikon D810A camera on his blog. The ISO comparison between the D810, D800E and D3s clearly shows the advantages of the D810A (click for larger view): Here is Göran’s conclusion:

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