“An absolutely excellent product.”

DPReview has published their review of the Nikon D300s [Specs], a digital SLR camera with 12.3MP (23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS), PASM, large bright viewfinder using a pentaprism with approximately 100% frame coverage, 51-point AF with 3D Focus Tracking, Integrated Dust Reduction System, Live View, 3.0-in. LCD (920K dots), Continuous Shooting 7fps, Advanced D Movie, RAW, Quiet Shutter-release Mode, Picture Control, Active D-Lighting, Built-in Flash, Virtual Horizon, dual card slots for CF (Type I only)/SD memory cards, and optional GPS Unit.

[ Read the Nikon D300s Review at: DPReview ]

“The Nikon CoolPix S640 is a surprisingly fast and very versatile ultra-compact digicam.”

Steve’s Digicams has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix S640 [QuickPrice Check], with 12.2MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 5x wide-angle optical zoom (28-140mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Scene Modes, Best Shot Selector, Scene Auto Selector, Subject Tracking, Smart Portrait (Skin Softening, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, Face-Priority AF, Smile Timer, Blink Proof, Blink Warning, and D-Lighting), Quick Retouch, and Movie 640×480 @ 30fps.

[ Read the Nikon S640 Review at: Steve's Digicams ]

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Y’all know Twitter and its 140 characters limit. Well, Nikon USA has launched a 140 Seconds limit video contest. You could win US $100,000, and a Nikon D5000 camera kit.

Deadline: December 15, 2009

[ Enter the Your Day contest at: Nikon ]

“The Coolpix S630 … is a pretty good camera for the snapshooter.”

Imaging Resource has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix S630 [Specs], a point-and-shoot digital camera with 12MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 7x optical zoom (37-260mm equiv.), sensor-shift image stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), VGA movie (640×480) @ 30fps, new Sports Continuous scene mode, Motion Detection, Face-Priority AF, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, D-Lighting, and Smile Mode.

[ Read the Nikon S630 Review at: Imaging Resource ]

“The Nikon D3000 is still a decent digital SLR, but it is the first Nikon in years that didn’t blow our minds with excellent value for the dollar.”

Imaging Resource has published their review of the Nikon D3000 [Specs], an entry-level Family digital SLR camera with 10.2MP (23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS), PASM, Guide Mode, Scene Modes, 11-point AF, 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), and RAW. There is no Live View or Movie Mode. The Nikon D3000 can be purchased with the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR kit lens which is optically image stabilized.

[ Read the Nikon D3000 Review at: Imaging Resource ]

Editor’s note: Since Imaging Resource gave an overall negative review of the Nikon D3000, we encourage you to get a second opinion from the expert review sites below.

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Nikon Canada Offers Picture-Perfect Holiday Gift Ideas for Photographers of Every Skill Level

Mississauga, ON October, 27, 2009 – Nikon Canada today announced its 2009 holiday lineup, including COOLPIX compact digital cameras and digital SLRs for novice and experienced photographers alike. With industry-leading innovation, advanced technology and easy-to-use functions, Nikon offers not only a wide range of camera gift suggestions, but also one-of-a-kind features and creative photography ideas for the season.

Nikon Canada is pleased to introduce a new holiday lineup filled with cameras that are great for giving and certain to help make capturing the seasons special moments easy and fun, said Gregory Flasch, National Advertising and Communications Manager, Nikon Canada. From the Nikon D5000, which brings a new level of versatility to photography and HD video, to the COOLPIX S1000pj, the worlds first camera featuring a built-in projector, Nikon offers a unique and creative perspective to holiday photography as well as perfect gift ideas for all the budding and experienced photographers on your list.

Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

Capturing Beautiful Holiday Photos Has Never Been Easier: Nikon D3000

It has never been simpler to dive into digital SLR photography. The freedom and choices offered by a digital SLR may seem imposing to those used to automated point-and-shoot cameras, but with one of the latest additions to Nikon’s family of quality DX-format digital SLRs, taking true, sharp and beautiful photographs couldn’t be easier.

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“The Nikon D3000 is pretty much the perfect entry-level DSLR.”

TrustedReviews has published their review of the Nikon D3000 [Specs], an entry-level Family digital SLR camera with 10.2MP (23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS), PASM, Guide Mode, Scene Modes, 11-point AF, 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), and RAW. There is no Live View or Movie Mode. The Nikon D3000 can be purchased with the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR kit lens which is optically image stabilized.

[ Read the Nikon D3000 Review at: TrustedReviews ]

D3s (Body only) – CAD $5,699.95
AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR lens – CAD $579.95

“The D300s is still utterly superb and one of the best DSLRs on the market.”

TrustedReviews has published their review of the Nikon D300s [Specs], a digital SLR camera with 12.3MP (23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS), PASM, large bright viewfinder using a pentaprism with approximately 100% frame coverage, 51-point AF with 3D Focus Tracking, Integrated Dust Reduction System, Live View, 3.0-in. LCD (920K dots), Continuous Shooting 7fps, Advanced D Movie, RAW, Quiet Shutter-release Mode, Picture Control, Active D-Lighting, Built-in Flash, Virtual Horizon, dual card slots for CF (Type I only)/SD memory cards, and optional GPS Unit.

[ Read the Nikon D300s Review at: TrustedReviews ]

The Nikon D3’s fast continuous shooting of 9fps has made it the digital SLR camera of choice for the police force in The Netherlands [map].

The Nikon D3 is fixed behind the windshield of a police car which is then driven across the area of a car accident (involving serious or fatal injuries), shooting at 9 frames per second. Where it used to take 20 minutes to record a 70-meter track, it now takes a mere 30 seconds. Why the D3? Besides its fast continuous shooting speed, its low light capability also played a determining factor.