Monthly Archives: September 2015

Does the iPhone 6S takes better video than the Nikon D750 camera?

Fstoppers published a controversial video “The iPhone 6s Takes Better Video Than My Professional Nikon DSLR” (the DSLR in question was the Nikon D750). They basically compared the 4k footage from the latest iPhone 6s (down-sampled to 1080p) to the 1080p footage from the Nikon D750. Their conclusion? The iPhone won:

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Nikon launched a new astrophotography website

Nikon launched a new website called “Step into the world of astrophotography, with a Nikon camera“. Some of the discussed topics are: Step into the world of astrophotography with Nikon Recommended NIKKOR lenses Astrophotography: a primer An array of stars awaits your challenge Advanced steps: with an astronomical telescope Message for beginners, from an astrophotographer In addition […]

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Updated list of rumored Nikon D5 specifications

Here is an updated list of rumored Nikon D5 specifications: New 20MP FX sensor New focusing module with larger coverage and 107 or 173 autofocus points (I am getting conflicting reports on that one) Native high ISO of 102,400 15 fps Body design similar to the D4s 4K video 60/30fps Full HD slow motion Announcement […]

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Get the N-Photo’s special 50th issue for free

For a limited time you can get the N-Photo’s special 50th issue for free (offer ends October 31st, 2015): Download the N-Photo app form iTunes: iPhone | iPad. Tap Help, select How do I download my Reward? and follow the link. Enter the voucher code RUMOR50.

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Weekly Nikon news flash #334

→ New Nikon 200-500mm f/5.6E reviews: feddestudios.com, jesuise, iamnikon, DCwatch and Shottobits. → Using mobile phone Raspberry Pi camera sensor with Nikon lenses. → The latest Nikon deals: Refurbished Back in stock: Coolpix A for $329.95 (available also on eBay) D4s: $5,549.95 D3: $2,149.99 D810 for $2,399 D800E: $2,149.95 D800: $1,699 Back in stock: D610 for $1,099.95 D7100: $599.95 D5200: $369.95 AW1 kit: […]

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New “I AM DIFFERENT” campaign from Factory Media

Factory Media have partnered with Nikon to capture some of the most inspiring action sports’ photographers. These videos show the dedication and commitment from the other side of the lens. Watch now to find out more and enter your own images for a chance to win a Nikon camera and a photography experience of a […]

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens field test review

Walrus in the ice – – Nikon D4s, 200-500mm @ 340mm, 1/1600sec, f/5,6 and ISO 1250

    This field test report on the new Nikon 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens is by Roy Mangersnes (Facebook | Twitter | Instagram, click on images for larger view): Due to efficient logistics and a good friend I was lucky to receive the new Nikkor 200-500mm f/5,6 lens a couple of days after I arrived in the Arctic. The next morning, […]

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The rumored new Nikon iOS app will able to update firmware, add features, sync custom settings of Wi-Fi enabled cameras

Update: the new Nikon app may also offer transfer of images from camera to iPhone. Back in June I reported that iOS engineers were working on a new project with Nikon USA at the main Apple campus in Cupertino. Here is an update on the rumored new iOS app:

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