Monthly Archives: April 2020

The latest 2020 CIPA numbers (March 2020)

CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their camera production data for March, 2020 (orange: 2020, black: 2019, blue: 2018, click for larger view):

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Nikon extends free Nikon school classes, continues with the new “CreatorsHour” series

Nikon extended their free Nikon school classes through May and continues with the new “CreatorsHour” series:

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Sad news: the legendary Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II lens is now discontinued

The legendary Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II lens is now marked as discontinued on the official Nikon Japan website: The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II lens is currently in stock in the US at Adorama, B&H, and Amazon and sells for $5,696.95. A refurbished version is available for $4,395. The lens was […]

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Sale ends on Monday: Topaz Labs Mask AI version 1.2.0 released (coupon code included)

Topaz Labs released a new version 1.2.0 of their Mask AI software. The latest update includes new tweaks and improvements, like improved processing models for a better masking experience. For this update, there is no additional purchase required for current Mask AI owners. For all new buyers: Mask AI is now on sale for $79.99 (regularly […]

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Refurbished Nikon cameras and lenses are up to 50% off on eBay

Ebay has a new promotion offering up to 50% off refurbished Nikon cameras and lenses. Some examples (click for larger view):

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Nikon D780 firmware update version 1.01 released

Nikon just released firmware update version 1.01 for the Nikon D780 DSLR camera with a single fix: Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented use of certain SD memory cards. The Nikon D780 is now in stock at: Adorama | B&H | Amazon | WEX | Park Camera | Calumet | Camera Canada

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Nikon D6 to start shipping in early May

The new Nikon D6 flagship DSLR camera will start shipping in the first week of May 2020 (in Canada) – this information is coming from Brad Hill:

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COVID-19 cabin fever: astrophotography tips and tricks from Nikon Learn & Explore

Nikon’s recently distributed several articles on astrophotography tips and tricks:

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