Nikon D7100 Review

The Nikon D7100 is the most advanced cropped-sensor DSLR by Nikon. It features a 24 megapixels sensor without an anti-alias filter in order to get the most details from its sensor, at least when combined with a high-quality lens. As a professional offering, the D7100 has a weather-sealed body with a bright 100% coverage viewfinder, dual control-dials and plenty of external controls.

One of the headline change from the D7000 which it succeeds, is a new 51-point AF sensor, similar to the one used by the high end D4. This one offers 15 cross-type points which allow the D7100 to track action. It can also shoot continuously at up to 6 FPS or even 7 FPS in 1.3X crop-mode, as well as record full 1080p HD video.

Read the Nikon D7100 review to find out how it handles and performs. Be sure to check out the extensive gallery of full-resolution images shot at ISO 100 all the way to 25,600.

Nikon Canada today announces that it has reached 80 million in the total production of NIKKOR and 1 NIKKOR lenses for Nikon digital SLR, HD-SLR, and Nikon 1 advanced system cameras with interchangeable lenses.

The momentum and demand for the superior and reliable quality for which NIKKOR lenses are known is demonstrated by the release of  the following six new lenses in 2013:

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR

• Telephoto AF-S NIKKOR 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR lens

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G ED

• Compact and lightweight AF-S NIKKOR 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G ED wide-angle zoom lens

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

• 5x telephoto-zoom AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens

Nikon 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4-5.6

• Versatile 1 NIKKOR VR 10-100mm f/4-5.6 10x zoom lens

Nikon 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6

• Ultra wide angle 1 NIKKOR VR 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom lens

Nikon 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2

• Fast medium telephoto 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens

PRESS RELEASE

TOTAL PRODUCTION OF NIKKOR LENSES FOR INTERCHANGEABLE LENS CAMERAS REACHES EIGHTY MILLION

Mississauga, ON, June 13, 2013 – Today, Nikon Corporation celebrates the achievement of reaching 80 million for the total production of NIKKOR and 1 NIKKOR lenses for Nikon digital SLR and HD-SLR cameras and Nikon 1 advanced system cameras with interchangeable lenses. From professional photographers to casual snap shooters, enthusiasts to filmmakers, NIKKOR lenses have been trusted for 80 years because of their sharpness, reliability and unrivaled image quality.

In January, Nikon announced two new additions to the NIKKOR lineup: the powerful, super-telephoto AF-S NIKKOR 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR lens, compatible with Nikon’s FX-format digital SLRs and offers the longest focal length in the history of NIKKOR autofocus (AF) lenses; and the compact and lightweight AF-S NIKKOR 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G ED wide-angle zoom lens. In March, the 5x telephoto-zoom AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR was announced, offering an amazing focal range and one of the fastest AF speeds in its class.

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TechRadar has published its Nikon Coolpix S9500 review.

The Nikon Coolpix S9500 replaces the Nikon Coolpix S9300 at the top of the brand’s Style range of digital compact cameras, and is designed for beginners and casual users. As is to be expected from a camera in this range, Nikon is providing a device filled with all the frills and thrills (3D, GPS, Wi-Fi, subject-tracking autofocus) but lacks the kind of controls that advanced users may want.

TechRadar has published its Nikon Coolpix S5200 review.

An update to the touchscreen-enabled Nikon Coolpix S4300, the Nikon Coolpix S5200 is a slimline compact camera, available in five colours with a 16 million pixel backlit CMOS sensor, 6x optical zoom lens with a 35mm equivalent of 26-156mm and 3-inch LCD screen.

Nikon D5200 Review

The Nikon D5200 is a 24 megapixels entry-level DSLR geared towards amateur action photographers. Its 39-point AF system is unique in its class and provides better focus-tracking of moving subjects compared to other entry-level DSLRs. This makes the D5200 an ideal candidates for shooting sports and wildlife, when combined with a suitable lens.

This DSLR can shoot at 5 FPS continuously and record full 1080p HD video with stereo-sound. AF is available during video recording, even continuous autofocus, using a standard Contrast-Detect AF system, rather than the 39-point Phase-Detect one.

Read the review to find out how it performs, handles and compares to other DSLRs.

Nikon Canada today announced the release of the 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens, a fast medium-telephoto offering for photographers using the Nikon 1 advanced camera with interchangeable lens system. Ideal for portraiture, the 32mm f/1.2 is able to resolve intricate details such as hair, eyes, and eyelashes, while also allowing for image blur and bokeh.

Some of the key features of the 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens include the
following:
- Fixed focal length of 32mm (86mm equivalent in 35mm format), maximum aperture of f/1.2
- Silent Wave Motor for high-speed autofocusing that’s accurate and quiet
- Manual focus ring to control autofocus
- Nano Crystal Coat reduces instances of ghost and flare
- Close-Range Correction System to provide hi-res, realistic textures, and minimal aberration
- Autofocus with manual override (M/A) mode to allow for manual focus during autofocus operation

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Nikon Announces Fastest 1 NIKKOR Lens Yet: 32mm f/1.2

Newest addition to Nikon 1 system, the 1 NIKKOR 32mm lens, offers superior resolution and incredible depth of field to Nikon 1 shooters

Mississauga, ON, May 14, 2013 – Today, Nikon Canada introduced the 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens, a fast medium-telephoto offering for photographers who appreciate the speed and portability of the Nikon 1 system. With a fixed focal length of 32mm and a maximum aperture of f/1.2, it is the fastest lens in the ever-expanding 1 NIKKOR lineup.
Ideal for portraiture, the 32mm f/1.2 is capable of rendering breathtaking images that capture every detail.

“With the release of the 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens, the 1 NIKKOR lens lineup now offers a total of nine options for photographers seeking the ideal harmony of performance and portability,” said Gregory Flasch, National Advertising and Communications Manager at Nikon Canada. “With an unwavering focus on empowering users to express their creative vision, Nikon is committed to providing them with lens options that make the most of the capabilities and performances offered by the Nikon 1 system.”

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TechRadar has published its Nikon 1 S1 review.

At the start of this year, Nikon introduced a new line to the already existing 1 V and 1 J series in the shape of the Nikon 1 S1. This is Nikon’s simplest compact system camera to date, and is a no frills version of the Nikon 1 J3. That means it comes without the fuss of mode dials and lots of buttons, instead concentrating on enabling you to take pictures. It still has all the manual control and raw shooting capability that you would expect of a camera with interchangeable lenses, it’s just buried a little deeper – enabling you to explore those options if you want to, but also ignoring them if it’s not for you.

Nikon’s image: 2013 CONTACT Photo Album

This video presents “Nikon Behind the Scenes at CONTACT”:

• A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to recreate a historical photo

• This time-lapse video showcases the setup of a public installation in the Distillery Historic District in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Nikon Canada is pleased to announce its partnership with Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival for the third year in a row:

• CONTACT is an annual event for the entire month of May that features more than 1,500 Canadian and international artists and photographers exhibiting at more than 175 venues across the Greater Toronto Area

• Offering an extensive range of FREE exhibitions, public installations, films, lectures, and workshops, this premier cultural event attracts an audience of more than 1.8 million people

This year, Nikon Canada’s involvement with the Toronto-based festival has made possible three main events:

1. Nikon Lecture Series – featuring world-class authorities in the photographic arts who will share their worldly experiences

2. Field of Vision Photo Contest – encouraging submissions from photographers of all skill levels to submit photos based on weekly assignments for a chance to win prizes

   • Contest opens on May 1, 2013

   • Each weekly Field of Vision Photo Contest* winner will receive a Nikon COOLPIX P330 and a $50 gift certificate from Vistek

   • One grand prize winner will be selected by public community voting on the website (from June 7 to 14, 2013), and will receive a CONTACT Limited Edition Print (valued at $1,000)

     • The winning photo will also be featured on the www.contactfestivalnikon.ca website, on the Nikon Canada Facebook and Twitter pages, and on the CONTACT website and Facebook page

3. Nikon Scholarships 2013 — awarded to three Canadian photography students to attend the Magnum Photos Workshop in Toronto from May 13-17, 2013 (please note: deadline for submissions is April 26, 2013)

Nikon Canada Supports Artists as Official Camera Partner for Premier Photography Event

Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival offers Nikon Lecture Series, photo contest, student scholarships, free exhibitions and workshops

Mississauga, ON, April 25, 2013 – Nikon Canada is proud to announce its partnership with Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival for the third year in a row. Its involvement with the Toronto-based festival has made possible three main events: Nikon Lecture Series, featuring world-class authorities in the photographic arts who will share their worldly experiences, expertise, techniques, and the tips and tricks they’ve learned throughout their careers; Field of Vision photo contest, encouraging submissions from photographers of all skill levels to submit photos based on weekly assignments for a chance to win prizes; and Nikon Scholarships, awarded to three Canadian photography students to attend the Magnum Photos Workshop in Toronto from May 13-17, 2013.

“CONTACT 2013 is a marquee event in Canada’s arts and photography community, and Nikon Canada’s involvement demonstrates the company’s ongoing support of local, Canadian and international artists in their passion for photography,” said Gregory Flasch, National Advertising and Communications Manager at Nikon Canada. “This year’s theme focuses on the ‘Field of Vision,’ which establishes photography as an amplification of the sense of sight and the camera as a tool to extend vision and perception. The works presented in this year’s festival demonstrate this notion, and we hope it will inspire beginner and professional photographers to continue to broaden their horizons, share their perspectives and communicate their knowledge of themselves and the world around us through visual arts.”

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Nikon Coolpix A Review

The Coolpix A is the latest Nikon digital camera. It packs a sensor the same size as DSLR cameras with a 1.5X crop-factor and matches it with a 18.5mm F/2.8 Nikkor lens which is equivalent to a 28mm wide-angle lens on a full-frame camera. This premium compact has full photographic controls, including dual control-dials and a focusing-ring.

Read the detailed review to find out all about it. Sample full-resolution images and crops from ISO 100 to 25600 are included as usual.