Nikon is still working on a D4 fix when using SanDisk 160MB/s and Sony XQD memory cards

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Few months ago I reported that there is an issue (error message) when using Nikon D4 cameras with any of the SanDisk Extreme Pro CF 160MB/s and Sony XQD S memory cards at the same time. In a recent response to a reader’s email, Nikon confirmed that they are working on a solution (most likely a firmware update). In the mean time they suggested using only a CF card (without XQD in the other slot) or using a CF card with a lower write speed, such as the 90MB/s SanDisk versions (with XQD card in the other slot).

I have the feeling that the new D4 firmware update will be announced together with the D4s in February.

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Guest post: Shark Photography

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Bull Shark – Playa Del Carmen Mexico

Today’s guest post on Shark Photography is by Brook Ward (Website|Facebook|Google+|500px|Flickr):

Shark photography….really???? I know that’s what you’re asking at this very moment. Let me come back to that question.

My interest in photography and scuba diving was engrained in me early by my father. In the 1960’s he was scuba diving on shipwrecks in the Great Lakes during the infancy of recreational scuba diving, as we know it today. He also worked as a professional photographer his entire life, so I grew up surrounded by these activities and his passions were passed onto me. Over the last twenty-five years I’ve completed hundreds of dives in all different environments (lakes, quarries, cenotes, rivers, ice, oceans, wrecks, deep dives, reefs, drift diving, big animals, exotic locations, etc.) in over 20 countries and taken tons of photos. I started taking my photography seriously about six years ago. No big shock that I decided to combine my hobbies and purchased an Ikelite underwater housing and strobes for my Nikon D90. Since then, I’ve upgraded my main camera to a Nikon D800 and focused my photography on three areas (HDR Landscapes, HDR Architecture, and underwater images). I use the D800 for the above-water work and continue to use my Nikon D90 setup for the underwater work.

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Tiger Shark – Bahamas

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New Gariz half leather case for Nikon Df cameras

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Gariz released their first half leather case for Nikon Df camera that allows you to change the battery and memory card directly. The case can be purchased on eBay for $128.90 $119.90 with free shipping (available in black and brown). Additional images:

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Nikon D4s will have the same memory cards slots (XQD + CF)

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The Japanese website digitalcamera.jp received a confirmation that the upcoming Nikon D4s camera will have the same memory card configuration as the D4: one XQD and one CF slots. Here is a comparison of the memory card door (the D4s is on the left):

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B&H already has a listing for the Nikon D4s on their website. There is no price or specifications, but you can sign up with your email for future updates:

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Nikon 3200 vs. D3300 specifications comparison

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Specifications comparison between the Nikon D3200 and the new D3300:

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More Nikon D4s pictures and Nikon’s CES schedule of events

In addition to the first Nikon D4s pictures I posted online last night, here are few more taken today at CES – the new camera looks identical to the D4 (as previously reported, the improvements will be marginal):


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Nikon D3300 camera and 35mm f/1.8G lens pre-order options

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G ED lens:

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Nikon D3300:

The new Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR II lens can be purchased separately for $196.95.

The new Nikon Coolpix cameras are listed at AmazonAdorama and B&H.

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