Carl Zeiss Announces Semi-Pro Lens Line for Nikon
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November 16, 2009 9:06 PM
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Carl Zeiss has announced a line of lenses for "the semi-professional" market. Labelled ZF.2, this family of manual-focus lenses will mount and meter with Nikon F-Mount 35mm camera bodies.
Carl Zeiss Announces Semi-Pro Lens Line for Nikon
Nikon Inks Deal with WiLAN
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October 29, 2009 7:18 PM
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Nikon has signed a licensing agreement with WiLAN Inc., thereby gaining access to an extensive portfolio of wireless technology. WiLAN boasts an impressive collection of patented inventions and counts Cisco, Panasonic, Samsung and RIM among it's current licensees. The terms of the agreement are confidential, but it's no secret that the deal will result in some form of improved and embedded wireless functions making their way into the camera maker's next generation of digital imaging devices.
Nikon Inks Deal with WiLAN
Nikon D3S Sample Photos Now Available
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October 15, 2009 2:24 PM
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Nikon has made additional full-size sample photos from the new D3S flagship DSLR available for scrutiny. See the samples here.
Nikon D3S Sample Photos Now Available
PhotoShop on the Go: New iPhone Mobile App
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October 14, 2009 9:52 PM
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Adobe has posted a version of PhotoShop usable on the iPhone. The new program is sure to be a hit with the rapidly growing base of Apple device users. Using the popular finger gesture interface, users can crop, rotate, apply effects, adjust color and more. As a plus, users can also load their images up to their Photoshop.com account for web publication or to ensure backup. Get the free mobile app here.
PhotoShop on the Go: New iPhone Mobile App
Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 - Now Image Stabilized
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September 1, 2009 8:51 PM
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Tamron took the wraps off their latest iteration of the popular 17-50mm f2.8 XR Di lens - now featuring Vibration Compensation (VC). VC is Tamron's implementation of Nikon's Vibration Reduction, and makes this fast and light lens even more versatile for hand-held shots.
Tamron 17-50mm f2.8 - Now Image Stabilized
Nikon D300s Now Available At Roberts Imaging
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August 30, 2009 3:16 PM
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Roberts Imaging now has the new Nikon D300s (body only) in stock, available for delivery. Customers get free shipping for orders over USD300.
Nikon D300s Now Available At Roberts Imaging
Adobe Plug-Ins Support D300s and D3000
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August 23, 2009 5:19 PM
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Adobe has provided interim support for the Nikon D300s and the Nikon 3000 in the form of release candidate plug-ins for Camera Raw 5.5 and DNG Converter 5.5. Download the RCs here.
Editor's note: Release Candidate status means these plug-ins are interim and are not yet fully production supported.
Adobe Plug-Ins Support D300s and D3000
Nikon D3X Takes Top Awards at EISA 2009
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August 17, 2009 4:03 PM
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The Nikon D3X has taken the top award as the 2009-2010 Professional Camera of the Year according to the prestigious European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA). Following the camera's previous win at TIPA for best D-SLR in the Professional Category, this latest honor reinforces the ground-breaking innovation and features of Nikon's flagship model. Congratulations to Nikon!
Nikon D3X Takes Top Awards at EISA 2009
D5000 Advisory Redux: Twice is not Nice; Affected Camera Pool Grows
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August 14, 2009 4:03 PM
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In a potential double-whammy, many Nikon D5000 cameras are subject again to "additional and enhanced procedures," despite having just completed the first round of repairs as noted in the July advisory.
D5000 Advisory Redux: Twice is not Nice; Affected Camera Pool Grows
Nikonians Exclusive Savings on Datacolor's Spyder3Elite
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August 4, 2009 3:57 PM
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Have you ever looked at your prints and your monitor and wonder why the colors might sometimes not match? Or even viewing your online photos on two different computers, they seem to be off? Just walk into any technology store and look at the rows of monitors for sale - they all have different color renditions, hues and saturations.
Many of our enthusiast and professional members know the answer - color management. In order to successfully manage your color - you need a colorimeter, such as DataColor's Spyder3.
Nikonians Exclusive Savings on Datacolor's Spyder3Elite
Nikon D300s Video In Action with Ami Vitale
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August 4, 2009 3:19 PM
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In the latest issue of Nikon World, renknowned photo-journalist Ami Vitale explores the power and flexibility of the new Nikon D300S' video capabilities.
When Nikon asked her to check out the new camera and see how video would fit with the way she works, she was enthusiastic. "I think multi-media is the direction we're all moving," Ami says. "It's another way to tell stories, and for me it's absolutely essential."
See the compelling video, stunning still images and accompanying text on the Nikon World website.
Nikon D300s Video In Action with Ami Vitale
Nikonians Exclusive: Epson PhotoViewers Allow Tethered Shooting
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July 31, 2009 4:43 PM
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In a Nikonians exclusive tip, we have learned that Epson will update their popular P6000 and P7000 viewers to allow tethered shooting from select Nikon and Canon digital SLR cameras.
Still and Video? Think Tank Can Handle Both!
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July 31, 2009 3:42 PM
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Think Tank Photo fully unveils it's new line of Multimedia Wired Up bags specifically designed for both digital and video cameras, as well as the new hybrid Digital SLRs that have extensive video capability.
Nikon D5000 Service Advisory
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July 16, 2009 4:07 PM
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Nikon has issued a service advisory for the D5000 digital SLR camera. Some components related to the power controls have been identified as faulty and may prevent proper operation.
UPDATED - Nikon has provided an applet page where you can enter your camera's Serial Number to see if it is affected.
Nikon D5000 Service Advisory
Cosina Announces micro4/3rds Adapter for F Mount Lenses
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July 14, 2009 5:24 PM
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In a clever move designed to capture the photographer market seeking the ultimate carry-around camera, Cosina (makers of the Voightlander rangefinder) announced a Voightlander lens adapter that will let manual focus Pentax K and Nikon F lenses mount on MicroFour-Thirds cameras.
Cosina Announces micro4/3rds Adapter for F Mount Lenses
Nikon Teams Up with Fujitsu for Camera Firmware
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July 2, 2009 3:28 PM
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Nikon announced today that it will collaborate with Fujitsu Broad Solution and Consulting Inc. to form Nikon Imaging Systems Inc. The new venture is solely intended to create firmware for Nikon digital cameras.
Nikon Teams Up with Fujitsu for Camera Firmware
Nikon Rechargeable Batteries for Coolpix L100
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June 9, 2009 3:23 PM
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Responding to "consumer demand," Nikon has updated the firmware for the popular Coolpix L100 camera to support rechargeable lithium batteries.
Nikon Rechargeable Batteries for Coolpix L100
Service Advisory: Nikon CL-L2 Lens Case for 200-400 VR
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May 26, 2009 9:31 PM
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An urgent service advisory has been released by Nikon regarding the CL-L2 lens case, which is standard issue for the super telephoto 200-400mm VR AFS. Certain batches of the case may fail completely, causing the lens to fall out unexpectedly and be damaged. Nikon will replace qualifying cases free of charge.
The relevant passage of the e-mail advisory is as follows:
This issue does not apply to CL-L2 Semi-soft cases with a "T" (in one of 2 variations) imprinted on the bottom of the case. These products meet Nikon quality and durability standards, and replacement is not needed.
To obtain a replacement CL-L2 Semi-soft case:
If you own a CL-L2 Semi-soft case affected by this issue (without a "T" imprinted on the bottom of the case), please follow the return information available from our website at: http://www.nikonusa.com/cl-l2 or contact the Nikon Customer Relations Department toll-free at 800-645-6687. Calls will be received Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6am-4pm, PDT.
Adobe ACR v.5.4 RC with D5000 Support
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May 26, 2009 12:41 AM
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Adobe has let a Release Candidate for Camera Raw out the door. The beta version 5.4 is likely due to pressure for supporting a number of popular camera models, including the Nikon D5000, Canon EOS 500D, Olympus E-450/E-620 and the Sigma DP-2 digital rangefinder.
Adobe ACR v.5.4 RC with D5000 Support
Nikon Takes Top Camera Awards for TIPA 2009
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May 26, 2009 12:32 AM
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Congratulations are in order for Nikon - our favorite camera maker won the "Best Professional Digital SLR" award for the high-end, rugged D3x and the "Best Advanced Digital SLR" for the popular D90 model.
Nikon Takes Top Camera Awards for TIPA 2009
