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First Nikon D5 rumors

Here are the first Nikon D5 camera rumors: New 20MP FX sensor 173 autofocus points Same processor as the D4s Body design similar to the D4s Currently scheduled to be announced in the second half of 2015 With the D5 Nikon is also rumored to announce a new 24-70mm f/2.8 (PF?) VR lens (this lens […]

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Nikon Nikkor 300mm f/4E PF ED VR lens review (video)

There is a new Nikkor 300mm f/4E PF ED VR lens video review on YouTube:

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More details on the new Nikon D810 version designed for astrophotography

I received several confirmation on the special Nikon D810 version designed for astrophotography. The official announcement will be early next week, right before the start of the CP+ show in Japan. One of the differences from the regular D810 model will be a 5 stops longer max shutter speed. I am still not sure about the […]

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Nikon USA announces “I Am Generation Image” contest

Nikon USA announced a new contest where you can win a Nikon  D750 camera plus lenses and be featured as the Next Voice of Generation Image. Here is the full press release:

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Rokinon/Samyang/Walimex 12mm f/2.8 fish-eye lens review

Rokinon/Samyang/Walimex 12mm f/2.8 fish-eye lens for Nikon F mount ($499) review by Julian Eichhoff  (Website | Facebook | Twitter): In September 2014, Samyang announced a 12 mm f2.8 fish-eye lens for full format cameras. At Photokina Cologne, I had the chance to take a peek, but since it was showcased behind glass, I did not learn anything I did not know […]

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Nikon issues service advisory for the 1 Nikkor VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 lens

Today Nikon issued service advisory for the 1 Nikkor VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 lens ($187) that has to do with failing communication between the lens and camera. Here are the details:

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Some interesting Nikon patents including a Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8 PF VR lens

Some interesting Nikon lens patents: In May, 2014 Nikon filed a patent for a new 24-70mm f/2.8 lens with Phase Fresnel (PF) element (diffractive lens). I already mentioned few times that a new 24-70mm f/2.8 VR lens is on the horizon – if Nikon really uses a PF lens in the next version, the size and weight will […]

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