Tokina ATX-i 11-16mm f/2.8 CF lens for Nikon F-mount officially announced

By [NR] admin | Published: October 16, 2019


The previously rumored Tokina ATX-i 11-16mm f/2.8 CF APS-C DSLR lens for Nikon F-mount is now officially announced. Shipping will start on November 8. For US pricing, check Adorama, B&H and Amazon (not available at the time of this post).

Update: pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo.

MTF charts, lens design, technical specifications and sample photos:

  • 17.6-25.6mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • Two Aspherical Elements
  • Two SD Low Dispersion Elements
  • Multi-Coated Elements
  • One-Touch Focus Clutch Mechanism
  • Internal Focusing Design
  • 9-Blade Diaphragm

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The Nikon KeyMission 170 camera fire sale has started

By [NR] admin | Published: October 16, 2019



The Nikon KeyMission 170 camera fire sale has started:

The “regular” price of the KeyMission 170 is still $396.95 at Adorama and B&H.

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The latest Nikon Z accessories

By [NR] admin | Published: October 16, 2019


 
→ Rayqual has several new lens adapters for Nikon Z-mount (Rayqual adapters are sold at Amazon and eBay).



→ Zacuto camera cage for Nikon Z6 and Z7 mirrorless cameras.


→ Altson CEF-NZ smart adaptor for using Canon EF/EF-S lenses on Nikon Z cameras (with aperture control and autofocus).

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New Nikon instant savings in Europe

By [NR] admin | Published: October 16, 2019


Nikon started new instant savings in Europe – see the details at Amazon UK and at:

Nikon winter savings at Calumet Germany (the new Nikon Z50 already has a €150 rebate, even the Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 and Nikkor Z 14-30mm f/4 are discounted):


Nikon UK winter savings at WEX:


Nikon UK winter savings at Park Camera (Jessops has entered into administration, so you may want too avoid them):

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2019 Nikon camera range/level positioning

By [NR] admin | Published: October 15, 2019


I briefly covered the new 2019 Nikon camera range/level positioning when the Z50 was announced. Here is the detailed breakdown – there is clearly a spot for another cheaper Z camera (I also think there will be another pro-level Z model):

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Meike MK 85mm f/2.8 mirrorless macro lens for Nikon Z-mount now available

By [NR] admin | Published: October 15, 2019



The new Meike MK 85mm f/2.8 mirrorless macro lens for Nikon Z-mount is now shipping and is currently in stock at Amazon (also available for pre-order at B&H). Additional information on the lens can be found here, a review of the lens is available here:

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New Tokina ATX-i 11-16mm f/2.8 CF lens for Nikon F-mount to be announced this week

By [NR] admin | Published: October 15, 2019


Tokina is rumored to announce a new ATX-i 11-16mm f/2.8 CF ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for APS-C cameras (DX) this week (replacement for the current 11-16mm f/2.8 model). Shipping is expected to start on November 8. The lens will be available for both Nikon and Canon mounts. The suggested retail price is 56,000 yen + tax (around $500). The design of the lens is similar to the Tokina Opera series full-frame lenses.

Additional pictures of the new lens:

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