Category Archives: Nikon Lenses

Nikon 180-400mm f/4E vs. 200-500mm f/5.6E lens specifications comparison

A quick specifications comparison between the new Nikon AF-S Nikkor 180-400mm f/4E TC1.4 FL ED VR lens that just started shipping and the significantly cheaper and very popular AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR:

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens listed as discontinued at Nikon UK store

I am not sure if this is a mistake, but the Nikon UK store lists the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens as discontinued (this listing has been online at least for a few weeks): The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens was announced in March 2013 and it’s currently in stock […]

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Nikon Nikkor AF-S 180-400mm f/4 ED TC VR lens now shipping, new test photos

A reader in Switzerland already received his new Nikkor AF-S 180-400mm f/4 ED TC VR lens ($12,396.95) and shared some sample/test photos:

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Irix 11mm f/4 Blackstone lens for Nikon F-mount giveaway

I have a new giveaway where you can win a new Irix 11mm f/4 Blackstone lens for Nikon F-mount worth $775. The Irix 11mm f/4 is the widest full frame prime lens available for Nikon F-mount today. a Rafflecopter giveaway In order to participate, you have to (direct link to giveaway): Visit the NikonRumors Facebook page […]

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US price of the new Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 Art lens: $1,299

Sigma released the US price of their new Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 Art full frame DSLR lens: $1.299. Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo and Adorama. For comparison, the Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED lens is currently priced at $1,896.95. Additional information on the new Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 len can be found here: Sigma officially announces […]

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Announced: Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 FF full frame DSLR lens for Nikon F-mount

Tokina announced their previously rumored Opera 50mm f.1.4 FF  “premium” full frame lens for high-end DSLR cameras. Shipping is expected in the Summer of 2018. US pricing is not yet available. Additional info: F-Mount Lens/FX Format Maximum Aperture: f/1.4 Ring-Shaped Ultrasonic AF Motor Electric Diaphragm Mechanism Weather-Sealed Construction The Tokina Opera 50mm f/1.4 FF lens is […]

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Sigma announces the development of 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art and 70mm f/2.8 DG MACRO Art lenses

Sigma just announced the development of the 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art and 70mm f/2.8 DG MACRO Art lenses – only the 105mm lens will be available in Nikon F-mount (US pricing not yet available):

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