The upcoming Nikon compact cameras will have a 2,350k dots optional OLED EVF

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I already mentioned that the upcoming Nikon compact cameras with fixed lens and 1″ sensor will have an optional EVF that will attach to the hot shoe. I received some more details on the EVF: it will be a 2,350k dots OLED EVF. For comparison, two of the best EVF I’ve seen so far are 4.4MP (Leica SL) and 3.68MP (Leica Q).

Picture: adjustable EVF Nikon patent from 2011.

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Both Sigma and Tamron have teasers for new lenses

Tamron lens teaser 2016 CP show
Both Sigma and Tamron have teasers for new lenses that will be announced for the 2016 CP+ show:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #354

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→ The latest Zeiss Otus 28mm f/1.4 ZF.2 lens for Nikon F mount is now in stock.

Nikon will take part in the 2016 Photography Show
→ Nikon’s schedule for The Photography Show announced.

Nikon booth CP+ show Japan
→ This is the Nikon booth at the 2016 CP+ show in Japan.

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→ An article on ABC News Australia talks about worker exploitation. Nikon got a C grade.

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→ Few reports form the recent Nikon D5/D500 events:

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens review

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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR lens review by Mohammed Ahmedullah:

I am a writer-photographer based in India and contribute articles to local travel magazines and newspapers on wildlife. I recently bought a Nikon 200-500 F5.6 lens and used it for an assignment on bird photography. Below are my observations:

Ergonomics: The 200-500 F5.6 balances well on my Nikon D800 camera. You can use the tripod mount as a grip while walking. I usually place the camera in front and the lens at the rear so that the lens does not get scratched against thorny bushes. The weight of the lens plus camera is around 3 kilos but the perfect weight distribution in front and rear of the tripod collar/handgrip feels like a lot less. I have walked for 4-5 hours in the jungle with this combination.

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First Nikon wireless app for Windows 10 now available

First Nikon wireless app for Windows 10
The very first (unofficial) Nikon wireless app for Windows 10 is now available for download ($4.99, one day free trial):

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Deal of the day: Refurbished Nikon D800 + 24-120mm lens + SB-910 + extras for $2,789

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Refurbished Nikon D800 + 24-120 lens +Nikon SB-910 + extras is now $2,789 with free shipping at Adorama (regular price: $3,985.80, savings: $1,196.80 or 30%). The bundle includes:

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Amazon changed the Nikon D5 shipping date to March 24th

Nikon D5 delayed
Amazon changed the Nikon D5 shipping date from March 15 to March 24th (Adorama still lists March 15th, while B&H doesn’t have an exact date).

So far there has been no official word from Nikon on a potential D5 delay (only the D500 was delayed). The release date for the D5, SB-500 and WT-6A according to the press release is March.

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