Monthly Archives: May 2020

The best lenses for the Nikon D850 according to DxOMark

DxOMark published a new article on the best lenses for the Nikon D850 camera (see also this and this related blog posts):

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Nikon’s new medium-term management plan

Today Nikon made several company announcements, including a new Medium-Term Management Plan (FY2019 to FY2021). Here are some of the points related to Nikon camera business: The Z-series’ true appeal and full potential will require time to be fully realized Nikon has only just started establishing a lens lineup that will maximize the appeal of the […]

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Deal of the day: the latest Capture One Pro 20 is now $130 off (price: $170, reg: $300)

For a limited time B&H is running a deal on the latest full version of Capture One Pro 20 – you can get it now for $130 off (price: $169.94, original: $299.94): Capture One recently announced a new Nikon specific version (more info available here): There is also a new Capture One Express version for […]

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Ending this week: Nikon US lens-only rebates

Nikon’s current rebates on 27 Nikkor lenses are set to expire on May 31 – see the details at Adorama and B&H:

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Ending this week: “I’m Back” digital back for Nikon film cameras raised $400k on Kickstarter

The improved I’m Back project that adds a digital back to old film cameras has raised almost $400,000 on Kickstarter (out of the $10,306 goal) and is ending in 4 days. The digital back is compatible with many Nikon F models – here are the details (more information is available here):

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Announced: Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 UMC II and MF 85mm f/1.4 UMC II lenses for Nikon F-mount

Today Samyang officially announced the previously leaked MF 14mm f/2.8 UMC II and MF 85mm f/1.4 UMC II full-frame, manual focus lenses that are available also for Nikon F-mount (replacements for the older models). Here is some additional information (check price and availability at Adorama and B&H):

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Deal of the day: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports lens now $500 off

As a part of their Deal Zone B&H has the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports lens for Nikon F-mount on sale for $999 – this is $500 off or 33% off: This offer is available only today from B&H exclusively. Previous coverage of this lens can be found here.

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