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The D4s was the first Nikon camera to support the new sRAW format (aka NEF RAW size S file format) and the rumored D800/D800E replacement is also expected to have it. In the latest [NR] blog’s discussions there were some confusion on what exactly sRAW is. Here are some interesting findings on the new Nikon sRAW format from rawdigger.com (there is much more detailed technical information on their website):
Nikon will announce a new full frame DSLR camera this summer (I call it D800s, but the name could be different). As previously reported, the new camera will be based on the D800E (without AA filter) and will contain few small updates (similar to the D4->D4s refresh). Here is an updated list of specifications:
Today Nikon released firmware updates for five different Coolpix cameras that include various fixes:
There are more Nikon 1 J1 cameras for sale on eBay. The first deal is for a two lens kit (10-30mm VR and 30-110mm VR lenses) and a free bag for $199.99. The kit comes with a 90 days Nikon USA warranty and free shipping. Different colors are available.
The next deal is for refurbished Nikon D3200 DSLR camera with a kit lens and Adobe Lightroom 5 for $329.99.
Both of those deals are listed by reputable eBay dealer (Buydig – see all of their current offerings).
→ The Nikon1 V3 has been sold out for weeks at all three major US retailers: Amazon, Adorama, B&H.
→ Check the new batch of refurbished Nikon DSLR cameras and Nikkor lenses.
→ Lock Circle announced LockPort 800 DUAL micro HDMI and micro USB 3.0 camera ports for Nikon D800/800E cameras.
→ Nikon Taiwan now provides 2nd hand lens certification service.
→ Nauticam announced NA-D4S underwater housing for the Nikon D4s camera.
→ Nikon released NEF codec version 1.22.0.
→ Apple released Digital Camera RAW update 5.05 with support for the Nikon D4s camera.
I received multiple confirmations from retailers and readers that the Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD lens ($1,069.00) for Nikon mount is now shipping to existing pre-orders in the US and Europe. Additional information on the new Tamron lens can be found here.
Pre-order options: Adorama | B&H | Amazon | WEX UK | Foto Hans Keuzekamps
Sample photos from the Nikon version of the lens: Flickr, Nikonites and Mobile01.
Unboxing video:
Nikon released their financial results for the year ending March 2014:
Nikon (7731) Corp. posted its lowest close in three years after the camera maker’s net income for the last fiscal year and profit outlook missed estimates.
Nikon sank 4 percent to 1,567 yen, its lowest close since March 2011. The company announced net income of 46.8 billion yen for last fiscal year, missing its own forecast of 50 billion yen. Nikon projected profit of 45 billion yen for the current year, while analysts estimated 48.5 billion yen. (Bloomberg)
The above Nikon Corp. stock charts shows a -42.38% one year return. This should not be a surprise to anyone that follows this blog. As a result of the poor financial results, Nikon appointed new directors and officers and changed the assignment of some executives positions. The company also announced reorganization of their corporate structure.
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