Several websites, including dpreview, published a “Nikon official D850 lens recommendation list” which has nothing to do with Nikon’s official recommendation. It seems that the list was made up based on nothing but thin air.
After some digging and with the help of a few [NR] readers, I actually found an official list of 40 recommended lenses for the D850 (click for lens price and availability):
Nikon UK launched a new autumn cashback promotion. Check the pricing and availability at Park Cameras, WEX, Jessops and Amazon UK. Here are the details:
Nikon filed a patent in Japan for split pixel patterns and electrical circuit design for cross on-sensor PDAF (the split pixel might be for the green color). The patent describes two read-out circuits, one for PDAF and another for images from the split pixel. Additional information is available here.
Nikon D850 MultiCAM AF sensor module
Dpreview published their Nikon D850 autofocus test results. Their conclusion:
One of the main reasons I have been holding back on reporting rumors about the upcoming Nikon mirrorless camera is the different information I am receiving from sources. I have already discussed this topic several times in the past – I think the reason why we are still getting conflicting information is the fact (or rather the rumor) that Nikon will introduce two mirrorless cameras. Here is a recap of the latest rumors, speculations and predictions (still subject to change):
Nikon has mentioned in several interviews in the past that a new larger sensor mirrorless system is a possibility:
I am not sure how Amazon is getting away with this, but they are again running an exclusive special on several Nikon cameras and lenses:
These unusual Nikon deals at Amazon usually last a day or two.
FYI: the Nikon Coolpix B700 camera does have RAW/NEF support.
New Nikon rebates will be introduced in Germany on October 15th and will include the Nikon D5, D500 (€175 off), 24mm f/1.4 (€150 off), 58mm f/1.4 and others. Check the details on Amazon.de. The rebates will be valid until January 2018.
→ KEH is running a 3-day Nikon sale where you can get 5% off cameras, 10% off lenses, 15% off accessories with coupon code NRUMORS10A (valid: October 9 – 11).
→ The Nikon Manual Viewer app does not run under iOS 11. There is a new app – Nikon Manual Viewer 2. Using the new app requires you to re-download your manuals.
→ Used Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens (condition: 9) listed for sale for $4,349.95 (regular price: $6,996.95).
→ The new ON1 Photo RAW 2018 public beta is now available for download (more information available here).
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