All Lexar XQD memory cards are already listed as discontinued at B&H. Some models can still be found at Adorama and Amazon.
Nikon is currently the only camera manufacturer that uses XQD memory cards (some high-end camcorders are using XQD as well).
Sony is currently the only manufacturer of XQD memory cards (most models are finally in stock).
A reader contacted me to inform me that the older Nikon LPG-001 LCD chemical tempered glass protector is a perfect fit for the Nikon D850 camera and there are no issues when using the touchscreen.
The Nikon LPG-001 can be purchased at eBay for around $30-$40. There are also several third-party options listed for sale on Amazon.
Some additional info and pictures of the Nikon LPG-001:
The 2017 PhotoPlus expo will take place next week at the Javits Convention Center in New York City:
Conference: Oct. 25 – Oct. 28, 2017
Expo: Oct. 26 – Oct. 28, 2017
If you cannot attend the show, you can watch Nikon ambassadors live here:
Thursday, October 26th 10:15 AM – 4:45 PM EST
Friday, October 27th 10:15 am – 4:45 PM EST
As of today, I have no reliable information on any new Nikon product announcements, but I love surprises (see what’s expected next).
Here is Nikon’s schedule for the PPE 2017:
Nikon issued the following statement regarding a new Nikkei article titled “With sharper focus, Nikon looks to beat first-half profit forecast” that was published yesterday:
There was a media article regarding Nikon’s expected financial results. Nikon has made no announcement in this regards. Nikon’s financial results of the 2nd quarter for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2018 will be announced on November 7, 2017 and we are currently finalizing the figures. We will immediately make an announcement if and when it becomes necessary.
Here are some quotes from Nikkei’s article:
The previously rumored Zeiss Milvus 25mm f/1.4 (1.4/25) full frame DSLR lens for Nikon F-mount is now officially announced:
Additional coverage after the break:
As already reported, today Adobe announced a new cloud-based Lightroom CC and rebranded the old Lightroom 7 to Lightroom Classic. The bad news is that D850 support for the old Lightroom 6 version will be added on October 26th:
What’s the Difference Between Lightroom and Lightroom Classic?
Going forward, the product you’ve known as Lightroom will be rebranded “Lightroom Classic CC”. Why change? We have introduced a new photography service that will now be called “Lightroom CC”. It is designed to be a cloud-based ecosystem of apps that are deeply integrated and work together seamlessly across desktop, mobile, and web. Lightroom Classic CC is designed for desktop-based (file/folder) digital photography workflows. It’s a well-established workflow solution that is distinct and separate from our new cloud-native service. By separating the two products, we’re allowing Lightroom Classic to focus on the strengths of a file/folder based workflow that many of you enjoy today, while Lightroom CC addresses the cloud/mobile-oriented workflow.
Nikon D850 support in Lightroom 6
Lightroom 6 is the last standalone version of Lightroom that can be purchased outside of a Creative Cloud membership. There will not be a Lightroom 7 perpetual offering. Lightroom 6 will remain for sale for an undetermined amount of time, but will no longer be updated with camera support or bug fixes after the end of 2017. Lightroom 6.13 with support for the Nikon D850 will be released on October 26, 2017.
Additional info is available here. Videos on the new Lightroom version can be found here. The current Adobe CC plan rates can be found here. You can get a free Lightroom trial on this page. The last three versions of Lightroom can be downloaded here (see also this link for more information). Adobe’s website has also a dedicated page for Lightroom CC.
ACR 10 was also released with support for several new lenses for Nikon F-mount:
As I already reported, the next Nikon D850 shipment was expected to hit US stores in mid-October. B&H and Adorama were closed for the past two weeks, but other stores have already started shipping D850 cameras to existing pre-orders. Several people from Europe also reported D850 deliveries in the past few days.
The Sony 128GB XQD G memory cards are finally back in stock (they were sold out since the D850 was announced).
Tomorrow Adobe is rumored to announce a new version of Lightroom with support for the Nikon D850 (not sure if it will be an update to the current version or the already rumored new release).
Check D850 availability: B&H | Adorama | Amazon | BuyDig | Cameta | Focus Camera | eBay | WEX | Jessops
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