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Zeiss 55mm f/1.4 Otus Distagon T* Officially Launched

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Zeiss 55mm F1.4 Otus Distagon

Though this lens has been in development for some time, Zeiss has finally taken the official wraps off of its 55mm f/1.4 Otus Distagon T* lens. The new lens is available in Nikon and Canon mounts for $3,999. It is expected to ship in November for both mounts.

Zeiss 55mm f/1.4 Otus Distagon T* Key Features

  • Optimized for Full-Frame Camera Sensors
  • f/1.4 – f/16 Aperture Range
  • Zeiss T* Anti-Reflective Lens Coating
  • Floating Elements Design
  • All-Metal Lens Housing
  • Manual Focus, 20″ Close Focus Distance
  • 77mm Filter Thread
  • Highly Visible Yellow Scale Markings

This is the first lens in this new family of Zeiss lenses that is supposed to take optical excellence to the next level. Perhaps we’ll see another lens “in development” at or around PhotoPlus 2013…

 

WonderPana FreeArc Helps Put Filters on Previously Impossible Lenses

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WonderPana FreeArc

One of the shortcomings of such a wide-angle lens is the ability to add traditional filters to them. The protruding front lens elements and fixed petal-shaped hoods make it impossible.

Fotodiox has solved this problem with its new WonderPana FreeArc filter system for the Nikon wide- and super-wide lenses. The FreeArc can also handle graduated ND filters with the square filter attachment.

Check out the promo video below for a rundown on how the system works. [Read more…]

Nikon D610 Spec Rumors: Same as the D600?

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The rumored Nikon D610 specs have surfaced and appear to be the same as the Nikon D600. Again, the Nikon D610 is rumored to be a fast replacement to the D600 due to sensor spot issue. Accordingly, it makes sense that the D610 wouldn’t feature any significant updates other than an improved shutter mechanism (one that doesn’t produce residue that leads to sensor spots). [Read more…]

Mastering the Nikon D7100 – New Book

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Mastering the Nikon D7100

Mastering the Nikon D7100 is a new book from photographer Darrell Young.

“This book explores the features and capabilities of the camera in a way that far surpasses the user’s manual. It guides readers through the camera features with step-by-step setting adjustments; color illustrations; and detailed how, when, and why explanations for each option. Every button, dial, switch, and menu configuration setting is explored in a user-friendly manner, with suggestions for setup according to various shooting styles.”

Mastering the Nikon D7100 retails for $39.95; however, it is currently available for $23.97 at Amazon.com.

Nikon D7100 Bundle Deals

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Nikon D7100

B&H has a couple of deals on Nikon D7100 bundles now through September 28. First, the D7100 is available with the 18-140mm VR lens for $1446.95 (reg. $1796.95).

Additionally, the D7100 is available with the 18-140mm and a 55-300mm VR lens, along with a 32GB SD card, camera bag and tutorial DVD, for $1726.95 (reg. $2,226.95). Check out both deals here at B&H Photo.