Hot on the heels of the D300s site, Nikon’s D3000 microsite is now live.
Head on over for information on Nikon’s baby, including a description of the new “Guide” mode, tech specs, sample photos and more.
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Nikon D300s Microsite + Pro Samples
August 4, 2009 – 1:26 pm
Nikon have launched their microsite for the D300s - and it looks unsurprisingly good!
Of most interest may be the “Pro Perspectives” from photographers Ami Vitale and Robert Bösch. Clicking on these will open another window with text, movie and image samples shot by the pro’s.
Well worth a look if you’re interested in this new [...]
Nikon DSLR and Lens Pre-Order Links
July 30, 2009 – 2:43 pm
If you’re interested in the new D3000 or D300s DSLRs or the new version of the 18-200mm VR DX lens, they are now available for pre-order from Amazon.
Nikon D300s - $1,799.95
Nikon D3000 - $599.95
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II Lens - $849.95
Nikkor AF-S 70-200 f/2/.8 VR II
July 30, 2009 – 5:44 am
Last but not least today, we have the announcement of a replacement for Nikon’s aging 70-200 f/2.8 zoom lens. This was always a disappointing optic on FX cameras, and this new version is a complete redesign, being slightly shorter but also heavier than the old model. VRII vibration reduction system is claimed to [...]
AF-S 18-200 VR II lens launched
July 30, 2009 – 5:36 am
In today’s slew of announcements from Nikon, they have also launched a replacement for the popular 18-200 VR DX lens. Although the optical formula remains unchanged from the original, this new version adds a zoom lock switch to help prevent “zoom creep” – a common complain from users of the original. The lens [...]
Nikon D3000 entry-level DSLR
July 30, 2009 – 5:29 am
The second of Nikon’s product announcements this morning is for the $599.95 D3000. Featuring a 10.2mp DX sensor, this is now Nikon’s smallest DSLR at just 5×3.8×2.5 inches (126×94x64mm), weighing in at just 16.1oz (485g). The camera features a new “guide mode”, designed to help beginners get to grips with the camera. [...]
Nikon Announce D300s DSLR
July 30, 2009 – 5:20 am
As expected if you’ve been following the rumours over the past couple of weeks, Nikon have announced their latest DSLR, the D300s. An update for the D300, the main differences from the D300 are the addition of a 720p movie mode, increased shooting speed to 7fps, a new “Quiet” shooting mode, and dual card [...]
D5000 Service Advisory; Nikon Europe customers get a raw deal.
July 26, 2009 – 6:42 am
Nikon have recently admitted that some D5000s have a fault, and that cameras within a certain serial number range should be returned for repair:
an electronic component related to power control in some Nikon D5000 digital SLR cameras does not meet factory specifications and may, in certain circumstances, prevent the camera from turning on, thus preventing [...]
Nikon D5000 - 720p 24fps video sample
May 26, 2009 – 12:50 pm
Nikon D5000 Sample Video from Nikon HQ on Vimeo.
The video above was shot using the Nikon D5000 DSLR, in 1280×720 resolution at 24fps.
First impressions are that the video quality isn’t great (in terms of dynamic range and fluidity; resolution is good), but I’ll expand on this in my full review coming shortly.
To download [...]
Just posted - Nikon D5000 Gallery
May 22, 2009 – 3:28 pm
We now have a Nikon D5000 (with 18-55mm VR kit lens) in hand, and have posted a few sample images for your perusal.
We’ll add some more images shortly, to be followed by a full review of this exciting new DSLR.