Nikon announces the development of a new D4s camera *UPDATED*

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As previously reported, Nikon just announced the development of the D4s “HD-SLR” camera which will be on display at CES in Las Vegas (send me some pictures if you are going to the show). The new camera will have “enhanced image quality“, a new image-processing engine and “more advanced autofocusing performance” (pretty much what I reported earlier). No other details were given at that point.

Update – here is the first teaser from Nikon Australia – the camera looks identical to the D4:

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Update #2 – the first Nikon D4s pictures are already available online and on flickr:

Here is the full press release:

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

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Nikon also officially announced the AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G ED lens. The price is $596.95. Few sample images can be found here. Details after the break:

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Nikon D3300 camera announcement

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The Nikon D3300 DSLR camera is now officially announced. Here are the specs at a glance:

  • 24.2MP sensor
  • New new ultra-compact AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II
  • Compatible with the  WU-1a wireless adapter for online photo sharing
  • EXPEED 4 that delivers up to 5 frames per second
  • Easy Panorama Mode lets you pan across the scene and create s a high-resolution panoramic image
  • New Guide Mode gives step-by-step help
  • Full 1080p HD video recording capabilities
  • Compact and lightweight
  • Sample images can be found here
  • Price: $646.95 (available in blackgrey and red)

Nikon D3300 will be available in red and grey:

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New Nikon Coolpix cameras: L830, S6800, S5300, S3600 and L30

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Nikon announced several new Coolpix cameras for which nobody on this blog cares. Additional information can be found on nikon.com and Nikon USA. Check pricing and availability here. The press release:

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The new Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens is here

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Sigma just announced their new 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens and given the feedback for their 35mm version, I expect this new 50mm to be the best price/performance option available today. The price was not officially announced. Additional details can be found at PhotoRumors.

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Nikon J1 camera with 10-30mm VR lens deal for $199 is back

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B&H again has the Nikon 1 J1 with 10-30mm VR lens for $199 with free shipping.

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Nikon D3300 article prematurely published online: the camera has no AA filter

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There is always one: Tom’s Guide prematurely published their Nikon D3300 article online. The post is now removed, but you can still find it online. There are some new D3300 details and specifications:

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