Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Many recent camera models feature “tips” or “suggestions” on shooting modes and camera operation. Nikon filed a patent application in June 2011 that shows off more of these kind of helpful hints.
I don’t know that these new warnings and suggestions indicated in the patent offer much more than what we already see in the latest entry-level DSLRs. However, it got me to thinking about what would be good ideas to implement in these tips or guide modes. [Read more…]
A couple of recent Nikon patent applications show off some new features and diagrams for pro-level DSLRs. [Read more…]
Nikon has apologized for yesterday’s Facebook post, which claimed “A photographer is only as good as the equipment he uses.”
We know some of you took offense to the last post, and we apologize, as it was not our aim to insult any of our friends. Our statement was meant to be interpreted that the right equipment can help you capture amazing images. We appreciate the passion you have for photography and your gear, and know that a great picture is possible anytime and anywhere.
Kudos Nikon.
[via Facebook.com/Nikon]
A recent status update on Nikon’s Facebook page stated that “A photographer is only as good as the equipment he uses.”
I can appreciate the marketing push for your products over competitors, but limiting a photographer’s skill to the equipment he uses is a pretty dumb thing to say. [Read more…]
Nikon has updated Capture NX 2 to add RAW file support for the Nikon 1 J1, Nikon 1 V1, and COOLPIX P7100, along with other updates and bug fixes. More details on Nikon’s support website.
A lens missing from Nikon’s lineup recently appeared in a published patent application at the USPTO. Canon’s 70-200mm f/4L and 70-200mm f/4L IS lenses have been popular lenses over the past few years. The original f/4L was so popular that Canon decided to make an IS version and keep both lenses in the lineup.
Now, it looks like Nikon will be jumping on this popular lens size… [Read more…]
Now that Nikon’s new mirrorless format is here with the official announcement of the Nikon V1 and J1, there’s been a lot of head scratching and hoorah over the new cameras. After the dust settles though, will the format be a success for Nikon? [Read more…]
Nikon has officially announced the V1 and J1 as part of the new Nikon 1 advanced camera with interchangeable lens system. Both the V1 and J1 feature a 10.1 megapixel CX-format CMOS sensor and a dual core EXPEED 3 image processor. [Read more…]
Nikon has spoken. It is coming in roughly 44 hours. [Read more…]
Someone left me a comment with a link featuring the above Nikon mirrorless camera image. I can’t say whether its an official image of the coming Nikon V1 or J1; however, it looks pretty consistent with past specs and mockups that we’ve seen. [Read more…]