Nikon has officially announced the development of a new FX-format mirrorless camera. However, the complete details and specs remain somewhat of a mystery. [Read more…]
Nikon Coolpix P1000 Unveiled with Massive 24-3000mm Optical Zoom
Nikon has unveiled its new Coolpix P1000 superzoon camera with an incredible 125x optical zoom lens. The lens offers a zoom range equivalent to 24-3000mm on a 35mm format camera. [Read more…]
Nikon Announces Development of AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR Lens
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR Lens (uses same Phase Fresnel lens element design)
Nikon has announced the development of the AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens. It is significantly smaller and lighter than comparable camera lenses due to the adoption of Phase Fresnel lens elements. The PF element first appeared in the AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR lens (above) back in 2015.
Details are scarce and there are no photos released yet. Nikon says final pricing and availability info will come later this year. Check out the press release below. [Read more…]
Deal: Free Grip w/ Nikon D500, D750 & D810
A new Nikon bundle deal gives you a free genuine Nikon battery grip when you purchase the Nikon D500, D750 or D810. Check out all of the body and kit options here at B&H Photo.
Nikon Introduces the D850 Filmmaker’s Kit
Like its predecessor, the Nikon D850 is getting the Filmmaker’s Kit treatment. The new HDSLR kit includes the following:
- Nikon D850 Body
- AF-S NIKKOR 20mm f/1.8G ED Lens
- AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G ED Lens
- AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G Lens
- Spare EN-EL15a Lithium-Ion Battery
- ME-1 Stereo Microphone
- ME-W1 Wireless Microphone Set
- Atomos Ninja Flame 7″ Recording Monitor
The Nikon D850 Filmmaker’s Kit retails for $5499.95. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
Nikon D850 Shipping to Customers
The Nikon D850 is landing in customers hands as retailers continue to ship them as fast as they arrive. B&H is in the process of shipping limited quantities as more shipments arrive. Amazon continues to try to keep up as is staying about a week behind on orders with the current availability date of March 17. Additionally, Adorama continues to list the D850 on backorder.
Nikon Trade-In Promotion Toward D850 at Adorama
Adorama is running a new Nikon trade-in promotion for the Nikon D850. You can trade-in your used Nikon DSLRs and get up to 70% credit of the resale value of any used equipment to apply towards the purchase of a new Nikon D850 or other gear.
Right now the promo applies to:
- D810
- D800
- D800E
- D500
- D750
- D700
- D610
- D600
You can find more details and get a quote for your gear here on Adorama’s website.
Black Friday Deal: Nikon D750 w/ MB-D16 Battery Grip for $1496
B&H has the Nikon D750 with the MB-D16 battery grip for $1496 (reg. $1996 for the D750 only). The deal also includes a SanDisk 64GB Extreme SDXC card, spare battery and camera bag. Check it out while it lasts here at B&H Photo.
Check out the main Black Friday and Cyber Monday Camera and Photo Deals page for more.
New Nikon Lens Rebates
Nikon is kicking off the Black Friday and holiday deals with several instant rebates on lenses up to $200 off. Applicable lenses include low-end options like the AF-S 35mm f/1.8G DX up to the AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens. You can find the complete list of lenses on sale here at B&H Photo.
Deal: Nikon D7500 for $979
ebay (via PhotoVideo4Less) has the Nikon D7500 for $979.99 (compare at $1249) in limited quantity. Check it out while it lasts here on ebay.
Note, this is likely a gray market camera. ebay seller PhotoVideo4Less has a positive feedback rating of 100% at the time of this post.