Nikon D5 now shipping, additional coverage (hint: there is a new Lord of Darkness)

By [NR] admin | Published: March 21, 2016

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The first Nikon D5 cameras are already shipping in Europe (I have shipping notifications but cannot publish them because of privacy issues). Several new Nikon D5 articles and sample photos started popping online, the first one is from Joe McNally:

http://blog.joemcnally.com/2016/03/18/live-las-vegas-d5-sb-5000/

Some Nikon D5 dynamic range comparisons with the D4 (hint: there is a new “Lord of Darkness“):

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It seems that the embargo expired and there are a lot of new sample photos being published online – check danvojtech.cz (100% crop on the right side, without sharpening and noise reduction, all photos without tripod). Multiple sample files from the D5 can be found here (NEF files also available for download) here, here, here and here. First D5 impressions can be found here (in German).

Nikon D5 4k video sample:

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Save $160 when you buy the Sigma 18-35mm and 50-100mm f/1.8 Art lenses together

By [NR] admin | Published: March 21, 2016

Save $160 when you buy the Sigma 18-35mm f:1.8 and 50-100mm f:1.8 DC HSM Art lenses
For all future Nikon D500 owners: take a look at the latest offer from Sigma – you can save $160 when you buy the Sigma 18-35mm and 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art lenses together (USB dock included).

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Price of the Irix 15mm f/2.4 full frame lens leaked

By [NR] admin | Published: March 21, 2016

A quick update on my post about the new Irix 15mm f/2.4 full frame lens for Nikon F mount – I received the EU pricing of the two different versions:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #359

By [NR] admin | Published: March 20, 2016

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→ Sigma released new firmware for their 150-600mm f/5-6.3 lens that will make the autofocus up to 50% faster.

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→ Both Amazon and Adorama now list the shipping date for the Nikon D500 as April 21st.

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→ Refurbished Nikon Df camera + lens kit now sells for $1,949.95 (more deals available here).
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→ Check out this Nikon Nikkor 360-1200mm f/11 ED zoom lens listed on eBay (15.7 pounds, 122mm filter size, selling for $16,000).

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→ The Commlite CM-ENF-E1 Nikon F Lens to Sony E-Mount AF lens smart adapter is now in stock.

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→ This is what Nikon fixed in the latest D750 recall.

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→ Capture One 9.1 ($269) released with support for three new Nikon F mount lenses (more info available here):

  • Nikon 24-70E VR
  • Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
  • Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM (Nikon mount)

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Watch this Nikon Coolpix P300 camera getting crushed by a hydraulic press

By [NR] admin | Published: March 20, 2016

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After you think you’ve seen it all – here is a video of a hydraulic press flattening a Nikon Coolpix P300 camera:

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New Irix 15mm f/2.4 full frame lens for Nikon F mount

By [NR] admin | Published: March 19, 2016

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The teaser I posted online few days ago from a new lens company called Irix was for a new 15mm f/2.4 full frame lens that will be available also for Nikon F mount:

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There will be two models:

Irix Blackstone

  • durable Al-Mg body
  • engraved fluorescent markings
  • 653g (Nikon), 685g (Canon)

“Classic design meets maximum functionality, achieving the perfect match of innovative technology. The durable aluminium and magnesium body ensures foolproof protection of your lens, even in extreme conditions. Engraved fluorescent markings enable easy operation in all lighting conditions to facilitate the perfect photo.“

Irix Firefly

  • ultra lightweight construction
  • ergonomic focusing ring
  • 581g (Nikon), 608g (Canon)

“The same optical performance and high quality mechanism as the Blackstone, but implemented in a lightweight and handy design. Whether you sail, hike, drive or fly, the Irix Firefly 15mm f/2.4 will make your journey extraordinary.”

Here are the details – first, the technical specifications:

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Christmas in Qatar with the Nikon D7100

By [NR] admin | Published: March 19, 2016


Christmas in Qatar with the Nikon D7100 by Jeremiah Gilbert (website | 500px):

Qatar is a sovereign country occupying the small Qatar Peninsula on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. Its sole land border is with Saudi Arabia to the south, with the rest of its territory surrounded by the Persian Gulf. A strait in the Persian Gulf separates Qatar from the nearby island of Bahrain. The country also shares sea borders with the United Arab Emirates and Iran.

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