- Sigma 85mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM lens US price and availability announced (see full press release): $899, starts shipping in November.
- New Lensbaby Scout manual focus lens (Nikon mount available) will accept optic swap modules including a fisheye module (btw, Lensbaby is one of the new sponsors of NikonRumors – check out their new Tilt Transformer here):
- Nikon D7000 is sold with View NX version 2.0.2 which is not yet available on Nikon’s website – expect to be released early next week.
- Nikon D7000 gets some serious water splash – check this video from Chase Jarvis.
- Report from Nikon Digital Live 2010 event in Tokyo. Some flickr images available here.
- Nikonsmallworld winners announced.
- Nikon selected as a member company of Morningstar Socially Responsible Investment Index.
- Nikon adds new features to mypicturetown.com (press release):
“Among the new features is the PhotoMovie function that allows my Picturetown members to create a dynamic slide show of photos that can be combined with text, music, and special effects. This service allows users to include their favorite memories in a PhotoMovie that can be easily shared with friends and family through email or popular social networks. The tool is a unique alternative to posting single pictures and adds the ability to tell a story and share memorable moments through multiple photos, captions, and royalty-free music available on the site.
Other improvements include a redesigned homepage, an enhanced “My Photos” page, and the option to add designs to shared albums. Once logged in, a member’s homepage can be decorated with a random assortment of previously uploaded photos for a personal touch that continues to entertain as more photos are uploaded. Members can also access and share their photos stress-free with the improved “My Photos” page, which now lets users view thousands of photos on one page, organize photos with a simple drag-and-drop operation, and share photos through a Facebook uploading function. Members can also personalize their online albums with 18 design options to share with family and friends.”
- Guest photography podcast at Crunchgear (Nikon podcast) – Nikon And Jim Reed, extreme weather photographer:
Nikon podcasts can be download at iTunes.