→ Adorama got several new Nikon listings in their new overstock section and existing refurbished section.
→ Ritz Camera is selling the old versions of the Nikon 500mm and 600mm lenses at a significant discount (note: Ritz is not an authorized Nikon dealer):
- Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/4G ED VR lens: $6,649.95 (was: $8,579.95, see current B&H prices)
- Nikkor AF-S 600mm f/4G ED VR lens: $7,996.95 (was: $13,296.95, see current B&H prices)
→ Sigma released a firmware update for their 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary lens for Nikon F-mount that will improve the AF performance.
→ New Meike Nikon F-Mount to Fujifilm X-Mount adapter announced.
→ This rare Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 6mm f/2.8 lens with 220° field of view is listed for sale on eBay for $38,000.
→ Another competitor for the Nikon KeyMission cameras: Google is launching a new line of cameras for 180-degree VR video.
→ Nikon Japan updated the information on their EN-EL15 battery recall from 2012.
→ More sample photos from the new Nikkor lenses (pre-order links):
- Nikkor 8-15mm f/3.5-4.5E ED: Ephotozine, Photographyblog
- Nikkor 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G DX VR: Ephotozine, Photographyblog
→ Nikon India forays into instruments business for the automotive sector.
→ Gitzo is also celebrating their 100 year anniversary with two special edition tripods priced at $1,500 and $3,000.
→ Check out the new listings at the Think Tank’s outlet store.
