Nikon extended their free Nikon school classes through May and continues with the new “CreatorsHour” series:
Nikon extends free Nikon school classes, continues with the new “CreatorsHour” series
Posted in Other Nikon stuff Tagged Coronavirus, COVID-19 cabin fever, Nikon and COVID-19, Nikon school 1 Comment
Sad news: the legendary Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II lens is now discontinued
The legendary Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II lens is now marked as discontinued on the official Nikon Japan website:
The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II lens is currently in stock in the US at Adorama, B&H, and Amazon and sells for $5,696.95. A refurbished version is available for $4,395. The lens was announced 10 years ago (on October 1, 2010) and when I had the chance to try the lens, I was impressed how sharp it was, and it is still considered one of the sharpest Nikon lenses ever made (see this post):
Sale ends on Monday: Topaz Labs Mask AI version 1.2.0 released (coupon code included)
Topaz Labs released a new version 1.2.0 of their Mask AI software. The latest update includes new tweaks and improvements, like improved processing models for a better masking experience. For this update, there is no additional purchase required for current Mask AI owners. For all new buyers: Mask AI is now on sale for $79.99 (regularly $99.99). You can use our exclusive coupon code RUMORS15 for an additional 15% off (the coupon code is valid on all Topaz products):
The Topaz Labs bundles are also on sale:
Refurbished Nikon cameras and lenses are up to 50% off on eBay
Ebay has a new promotion offering up to 50% off refurbished Nikon cameras and lenses. Some examples (click for larger view):
Posted in Deals Tagged Nikon refurbished deals, Refurbished, Refurbished Nikkor Z mirrorless lenses 32 Comments
Nikon D780 firmware update version 1.01 released
Nikon just released firmware update version 1.01 for the Nikon D780 DSLR camera with a single fix:
- Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented use of certain SD memory cards.
The Nikon D780 is now in stock at: Adorama | B&H | Amazon | WEX | Park Camera | Calumet | Camera Canada
Nikon D6 to start shipping in early May
The new Nikon D6 flagship DSLR camera will start shipping in the first week of May 2020 (in Canada) – this information is coming from Brad Hill:
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