Nikon releases Distortion Control Data version 2.016

By [NR] admin | Published: June 27, 2017



Nikon released Distortion Control Data version 2.016 with updates for the latest Nikkor wide angle lenses (except the 8-15mm). Here is a list of all supported lenses:

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The new Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens now listed at Adorama

By [NR] admin | Published: June 26, 2017


The new Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 full frame lens for Nikon F-mount DSLR cameras is now available for pre-order at Adorama. It appears that the lens is not yet officially announced. The official announcement should take place on June 30th.

The price of the Tamron lens is $1,199. For comparison, the price of the new Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Art lens is $1,299, while the Nikon version is $2,396.95. The previous version of the Tamron 24-70mm lens is now priced at $1,099.

Here are the lens features and specifications:

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Nikon creates the biggest human camera to celebrate their centenary (included in the Guinness Book of World Records)

By [NR] admin | Published: June 26, 2017



Nikon created the biggest human camera to celebrate their centenary (previously reported here). The photo made it to the Guinness Book of World Records as the “largest human image of a camera”. The event was created in collaboration between Nital and Media Italia. Additional details can be found here.

Press release:

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This Nikon D500 camera still works after getting destroyed by a German Shepherd named Rex

By [NR] admin | Published: June 26, 2017



The Belgian photo store PCH sent me this story of a Nikon D500 camera being chewed by a German Shepherd named Rex. While some of the plastic is gone, the dog could not damage the magnesium alloy frame and the camera is still working as you can see in the video:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #424

By [NR] admin | Published: June 25, 2017



→ Adorama got several new Nikon listings in their new overstock section and existing refurbished section.



→ Ritz Camera is selling the old versions of the Nikon 500mm and 600mm lenses at a significant discount (note: Ritz is not an authorized Nikon dealer):


→ Sigma released a firmware update for their 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary lens for Nikon F-mount that will improve the AF performance.


→ New Meike Nikon F-Mount to Fujifilm X-Mount adapter announced.


→ This rare Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 6mm f/2.8 lens with 220° field of view is listed for sale on eBay for $38,000.

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.4E ED lens now shipping (unboxing video)

By [NR] admin | Published: June 25, 2017


The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.4E ED lens is now shipping. The lens should be in stock in the US on June 29th. Here is the first unboxing video:

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First Nikon Df camera price drop?

By [NR] admin | Published: June 24, 2017



A few days ago a reader alerted me that he was able to purchase a brand new Nikon Df camera +  lens kit from B&H for $1,899. Initially, I thought this was a mistake, but the listings are still active at B&H:

There is no indication that this is a refurbished or used camera.

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