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Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 Lens Announced

November 17, 2021 By Eric Reagan

Nikon has officially announced the NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8, a compact and lightweight prime lens for Z-mount, FX format mirrorless cameras. It’s the smallest and lightest offering Z mount prime lens to date – only 1.7 inches long and weighing under 5.5 ounces.

The new lens is available for pre-order for $300 and should ship in December. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Filed Under: Nikon Tagged With: full frame, fx format, mirrorless, nikkor, Nikon

 

Nikon Launches Z 9 Flagship Mirrorless Camera

November 3, 2021 By Eric Reagan

Last week, Nikon launched its new Z 9 flagship mirrorless camera with a 45.7MP FX-format Stacked BSI CMOS sensor and a frame rate of 20fps RAW capture with 1000+ image buffer. The Z 9 adds the next-generation EXPEED 7 image-processing engine and claims to offer “unparalleled AF performance using a revolutionary new scene detection system built on deep learning technology.” Nikon has also eliminated the traditional mechanical shutter thanks to the improved sensor readout. It features shutter speeds down to 1/32,000s.

In addition to its still imaging prowess, the Nikon Z 9 packs a punch for video capture with up to 8K video at 24p/30p frame rates (with an 8K/60p frame rate option coming via a 2022 firmware update) and 4K at up to 120p frame rate. As a flagship camera, the Nikon Z 9 looks to deliver across the board in shooting performance, control options, and durability/weather resistance.

Nikon Z 9 Key Features

  • 45.7MP FX-Format Stacked CMOS Sensor
  • EXPEED 7 Image Processor
  • 8K30p and 4K120p Video, 10-Bit Internal
  • Up to 20 fps Raw, 30 fps JPEG Shooting
  • 493-Point Phase-Detection AF System
  • AI-Based Subject Detection and Tracking
  • Blackout-Free Real Live Viewfinder
  • 3.2″ 4-Axis Tilting Touchscreen LCD
  • Vertical Grip, 2x CFexpress Type B Slots
  • 5 GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GNSS

The Nikon Z 9 retails for $5500 and is expected to arrive by the end of 2021. You can pre-order the Z 9 here at B&H Photo.

More details in the complete press release below. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Nikon Tagged With: full frame, fx format, mirrorless, Nikon, Z 9, Z9

Nikon’s New AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Lens Unveiled

March 4, 2013 By Eric Reagan

Nikon AF-S 80-400mm Lens

Nikon just announced its new FX format AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens. The revamped lens features a new optical formula with 20 elements in 12 groups including Super ED Glass Element and four ED glass elements.

The AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens should be available in April 2013 for around $2700. Check availability at B&H Photo, Adorama and Amazon.com.

Key excerpts from the official press release: [Read more…]

Filed Under: Nikon Tagged With: 80-400mm, dslr, fx format, Nikon

Nikon D800 Sensor Confirmed as “Made by Sony”

September 3, 2012 By Eric Reagan

Nikon D800

It’s been no secret that Sony is a major supplier of sensors in past Nikon DSLRs.  With the past few generations of DSLRs, however, Nikon has been rather coy about the sourcing of the actual sensors within the cameras.  When asked, Nikon reps usually respond by saying the sensor is “designed by Nikon” and refuse to provide further details on who actually makes the sensor. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Nikon Tagged With: d800, dslr, full frame, fx format, Nikon, sensor, Sony

Nikon AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Lens Now Available

June 28, 2012 By Eric Reagan

Nikon AF-S 24-85mm

The latest FX format lens, Nikon 24-85mm, is now shipping.  Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Filed Under: Nikon Tagged With: 24-85mm, b&h photo, fx format, lens, Nikon

Nikon AF-S 28mm f/1.8G

April 19, 2012 By Eric Reagan

Nikon AF-S 28mm f/1.8G

Alongside the D3200, Nikon took the wraps off of a new FX-format prime lens, the AF-S 28mm f/1.8G lens.

Highlights of the AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.8G:

  • Fast f/1.8 prime lens designed for shooting stills or recording HD video in low-light situations
  • Engineered for Nikon FX-format D-SLRs (42mm focal length equivalent when mounted on DX-format D-SLRs)
  • The AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.8G lens will be available in late May for $699.95 SRP

Full rundown in the press release below. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Nikon Tagged With: 28mm, dslr, full frame, fx, fx format, lens Nikkor, Nikon

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II Lens

April 27, 2010 By Eric Reagan

The Nikon AF-S 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens is the third lens that Nikon has announced since February of this year (and I’ve been told they’re just rolling their sleeves up).  The new lens serves as an update to the original 200-400mm f/4 lens.  As was the case with the previously announced lenses (AF-S 16-35mm f/4 VR II and AF-S 24mm f/1.4), the new 200-400mm lens carries on the trend of lenses compatible with Nikon’s growing FX-format line of DSLRs.

Like the AF-S 300mm f/2.8 VR II lens released near the end of 2009, the new AF-S 200-400mm lens gets more of a facelift in updates, as opposed to a complete redesign.  Obviously, the VR II feature is one of the headliners, which Nikon claims delivers an additional 4-stops of handholdability.  The new 200-400mm also receives a new nano-crystal coat on the glass to reduce ghosting and flare.  The lens also gets a third focusing mode, A/M, which prevents slight and unintentional movements of the focus ring from canceling the autofocus while shooting.

The 200-400mm VR II lens includes 4 ED elements for what should be exceptional image quality, if we assume the results of the updated 70-200mm f/2.8 and 300mm f/2.8 will transfer to this lens as well.  The increased resolving power of the ED elements should pave the way for future, higher-resolution Nikon DSLRs, which are sure to come.

The AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II lens will carry a retail price tag of $6999.95, which is about $900 over the current street price of the existing model.  The new lens should be available sometime in late May 2010.

Check availability on B&H Photo, Amazon and Adorama.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Nikon Tagged With: 200-400mm, dslr, full frame, fx, fx format, lens, Nikon, photography, VR II

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