This lens patent could be for the Nikon Coolpix P900 camera replacement

By [NR] admin | Published: September 18, 2016

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Nikon has a new patent for a 4.3-357mm f/2-6.5 VR lens designed for cameras equipped with 1/2.3″ sensor (24-2000mm equivalent). There is a good chance that this lens could be used in the replacement of the popular Nikon Coolpix P900 camera ($529). For comparison, the P900 has a 4.3-357mm f/2.8-6.5 lens – the zoom will basically remain unchanged, while the aperture on the wide end will change from f/2.8 to f/2. Additional patent information:

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New Sigma 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM lens to be announced next week

By [NR] admin | Published: September 17, 2016

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Remember the Canadian nature photographer Brad Hill who correctly “predicted” the Nikon D500 camera (see this post)? Well, he is now saying that Sigma will announce a new flagship 500mm f/4 DG OS HSM Sports lens next week at Photokina and I do believe him. Here are the details taken straight from his last blog post:

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New Voigtlander Nokton 58mm f/1.4 SL II S lens for Nikon F-mount

By [NR] admin | Published: September 16, 2016

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Cosina announced a new Voigtlander Nokton 58mm f/1.4 SL II S lens for Nikon F-mount that will replace the previous N version (already discontinued). The lens has built-in CPU and is Ai-S compatible, the optical design is not changed. The new model also has the classical Nikon design (color-coded depth of field scale). Two different versions will be available – silver and black (price in Japan: ¥65,000, around $630). The LH-58s lens hood will be sold separately (¥5,000). US pricing is not yet announced.

Key Features (Google translation):

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Nikon DL cameras delayed because of serious issues with the integrated circuit for image processing

By [NR] admin | Published: September 14, 2016

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The Nikon DL cameras were delayed because of the Kumamoto earthquakes and serious issues with the integrated circuit for image processing – this is according to Nikon tech support’s answer to reader:

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Nikon SnapBridge version 1.0.1 released for iOS

By [NR] admin | Published: September 13, 2016

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Nikon released SnapBridge version 1.0.1 with improved reliability of the connection to the camera and other bug fixes. You can download it here. Right now SnapBridge supports only the D500 and D3400 cameras. Support for the Coolpix A300, B500 and W100 is expected to be released in late September (October for the W100).

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Refurbished Nikon deals: $1,000 off on the new 24-70mm f/2.8E lens

By [NR] admin | Published: September 12, 2016

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Several new deals on refurbished Nikon gear, the best one being a refurbished Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E lens (new version) for $1,399 ($1,000.95 or 41% off).

New: the refurbished Nikon D7200 is now $779 (new low price).

There are several other Nikkor lenses with good discounts – see this page for more info. Here are the direct links:

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Nikon D3400 DSLR camera now shipping in the US

By [NR] admin | Published: September 12, 2016

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Just a quick update: the Nikon D3400 DSLR camera is currently shipping in the US and Focus Camera has few in stock already.

Update: now in stock also at B&H, Adorama and Amazon. The new Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED (VR) lens is also in stock at B&H and Amazon.

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