Monthly Archives: December 2016

Weekly Nikon news flash #398

→ The Venus Optics Laowa Zero-D 12mm f/2.8 “distortion-free” lens for Nikon F-mount is now in stock. → EasyCover silicone protection covers are now available also for the Nikon D3400 and Nikon D5600 cameras (via DC.Watch). → This Sphere Pro lens (available also for Nikon f-mount) employs a toroidal design with the ability to capture a 360° […]

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Additional information on the low light Nikon DSLR camera

  The tw0 low light pictures I published two days ago were not taken with a new camera, but with a new sensor if this makes any sense: the new sensor was installed inside a Nikon D750 test mule/body without any specific markings on the outside. The sensor had 20MP resolution (full frame) and was […]

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Light pollution clip-on filter for full frame Nikon DSLR cameras

The Hong Kong based company Cyclops Optics is selling light pollution filters for Nikon full frame cameras. The filter can be “clipped-on” on top of the sensor in order to block light pollution for astrophotography. Update #1: This clip filter was made by STC and not by Cyclops Optics. Cyclops Optics is one of the resellers […]

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Pictures reportedly taken with a new Nikon D7xx full frame DSLR camera with incredible low light capabilities

A Swedish photographer claims that the two photos he posted on his Facebook page were taken with a new Nikon D7** full frame DSLR camera that has some incredible low light performance. The new camera should be released in 2017. The first picture was supposedly taken in a pitch black forest at night:

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ZY Optics Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2.0 4.5X: a new compact super macro lens with high magnification ratio for Nikon F mount

ZY Optics announced the Zhongyi Mitakon 20mm f/2.0 4.5X – a new compact super macro lens with high magnification ratio for Nikon F mount. Specifications, press release and sample pictures can be found over at PhotoRumors. Update: the lens is now in stock at eBay and B&H.

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Weekly Nikon news flash #397

→ Refurbished Nikon 1 J4 camera + 10-30mm lens now sells for $239. → The Mitakon Speedmaster 135mm f/1.4 lens will start shipping soon. → I did not know that Nikon made also broadcast lenses.

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Nikon deals update: D750 now with a free battery grip and more

Nikon introduced some new discounts this weekend – check the details here. Just like the D500 and D810 now also the D750 comes with a free battery grip in addition to the $200 off (Adorama | B&H). There is also a new $40 off on the Nikon 50mm f/1.8G lens (Adorama | B&H) and new D3400 price drop. […]

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Irix USA website/distribution launched

Irix has a new US based website and distributor at www.irixusa.com. For now only the Irix 15mm f/2.4 lens is listed for sale (reviewed here). All Irix products come with a 5 years warranty. The US prices are: Blackstone: $649.00 Firefly: $449.00 Irix is also now selling directly on Amazon US (Irix lenses have been available for […]

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