This new camera from Nikon appears to be the lightest and most compact full frame DSLR, it should offer exceptional image quality in the hands of a good photographer. The new FX format CMOS sensor is 24.3 effective megapixels. The ISO sensitivity range is from 100 to 6400, expandable to ISO 50 equivalent or ISO… Continue reading Nikon D600 Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) Camera Review
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Nikon 1 Nikkor 18.5mm f/1.8 Lens
This NIKKOR 18.5mm f/1.8 lens is introduced for the Nikon 1 series cameras. It may be the best performing lens yet for these cameras. It is the lightest and most compact lens yet for these mirror-less cameras. It has a very low aperture of f/1.8 comparable to the fastest lenses available for the larger… Continue reading Nikon 1 Nikkor 18.5mm f/1.8 Lens
Waterproof Case WP-N1 For Nikon 1 J1 and J2 Cameras
Nikon have introduced the new WP-N1, waterproof case for use with the Nikon 1, J1 and J2 cameras with the Nikkor VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 lens. This new housing will enable Nikon 1 users to enjoy underwater usage with their J1 and J2 cameras or to use the cameras in harsh environments.. Features Lightweight Compact design… Continue reading Waterproof Case WP-N1 For Nikon 1 J1 and J2 Cameras
Nikon 1 Nikkor 11- 27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
This is an extremely small lens designed exclusively for the Nikon 1 system. It is essentially a standard 2.7x focal length zoom lens. The zoom ring operation turns the camera power on/off, this functionality is not available with the J1/V1 cameras. A retractable lens mechanism improves the compactness of the camera. The lens is available in… Continue reading Nikon 1 Nikkor 11- 27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
Nikon 1 J2 Mirrorless Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens Camera
The Nikon 1, J2 is basically a revision of the J1 camera released around 12 months ago. It offers speed of operation and simplicity. It has a lightning quick image processor, EXPEED 3 and Smart Photo Selector. The advanced hybrid auto focus system offers a “phase-detection AF”, superb for shooting fast action and a “contrast-detect… Continue reading Nikon 1 J2 Mirrorless Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens Camera
Focus Stacking With The Nikon 200mm Micro Lens
What is Focus Stacking? Focus stacking is essentially capturing a series of multiple images with the camera and focussing on areas of the subject from the closest to the furtherest distance of the subject and getting multiple image in between. Then all the images are combined into a single final image. I use the set… Continue reading Focus Stacking With The Nikon 200mm Micro Lens
Nikon 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 G ED VR AF-S Lens
This new Nikon 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 G ED VR AF-S Lens is essentially a general purpose standard focal length lens for the photographer who does not need an f/2.8 lens. The initial images from this lens indicate that it a great performer for the price, and should offer great versatility. The lens would be suitable for… Continue reading Nikon 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 G ED VR AF-S Lens
Nikon Nikkor 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX Lens
This Nikkor 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens is an extreme wide range lens with a 16.7x zoom ratio lens for Nikon DX cameras. This lens is capable of shooting everything from wide angle shots to super telephoto images, it has Nikons latest vibration reduction (VRII) technology. There are two focus modes available with this lens,… Continue reading Nikon Nikkor 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX Lens
An Easy Way To Geotag your Nikon Image Files
Yes there is a relatively easy way to geotag your Nikon image files. Until recently I did not realise that Nikon View NX had the capability to imprint the GPS coordinates on each image file in a bulk process. However there are some important steps to go through. There are many different GPS add on… Continue reading An Easy Way To Geotag your Nikon Image Files
Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G AF-S Lens
I love using fixed focal length lenses, as in my opinion they appear to have more clarity and give a sharper image. One of the main advantages is also the lower apertures, in this case f/1.8 which will enable the photographer to achieve a really thin depth of field for selective focus. Up to this… Continue reading Nikon Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G AF-S Lens
Nikon D3200 Digital SLR Camera
The pixel density of the entry level cameras keep increasing with each release and the new entry level Nikon D3200 is evidence of this. I am not sure when this increase in pixel density will cease. The D3200 is a high performance entry class camera. This compact lightweight camera utilizes the newly developed Nikon DX… Continue reading Nikon D3200 Digital SLR Camera
Nikons Cheapest Lens, 50mm f/1.8D Standard Focal Length
Yes the 50mm f/1.8D lens is the cheapest lens in the Nikon range. Years ago the 50mm lens used to be regarded as the standard lens and was generally provided when you purchased a new camera. I have not used a lens of this focal length for many years as I have generally used zoom… Continue reading Nikons Cheapest Lens, 50mm f/1.8D Standard Focal Length
Modified Nikon PB-6 Bellows Units – Focusing Rail – Nodal Rail
The above unit is a standard Nikon PB-6 bellows unit which I have had for many years and it was excellent to use with the older manual focus Nikon lenses and also with the D-series auto focus lens for extreme close up images. It is not so easy to use with the current G-series lenses.… Continue reading Modified Nikon PB-6 Bellows Units – Focusing Rail – Nodal Rail
Nikon D800, D800E Digital SLR Camera
The new D800 digital SLR camera appears to be the ultimate camera where very high pixel counts are required. The camera will be capable of stunning still images and spectacular video clips. It provides a very large 36.3 megapixel sensor and the EXPEED3 image processing engine, the D800 will be the camera of choice for studio… Continue reading Nikon D800, D800E Digital SLR Camera
Image Theft On The Internet
The above image is one of my images that I really have much affinity for. I captured this image with my D700 camera and 105mm Micro lens at a local park and I find the colours very appealing. There is much we can do to avoid or make it harder for the thief to… Continue reading Image Theft On The Internet
Nikon D4 Digital SLR Camera
This is the ultimate camera for low light and fast shooting, but it will cost you an arm and a leg.. It is a camera with a CMOS image sensor, 36.0 × 23.9 mm and the EXPEED 3 image processing engine. The camera has an effective pixel count of 16.2-million pixels, and an incredible range… Continue reading Nikon D4 Digital SLR Camera
Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G AF-S Lens
This AF-S Nikkor 85mm, f/1.8G is a fast f/1.8, medium focal length telephoto, fixed focal length lens. The lens is compatible with Nikon’s FX and DX format cameras. This lens is very ligjht weight and easy to carry. The lens uses a newly developed optical system which has been developed especially for digital cameras. The lens… Continue reading Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G AF-S Lens
Nikon Speedlight Review SB-910 Electronic Flash
The SB-910 flash is a replacement for the previous SB-900. Similar to previous flashes it is fully compatible with the superb Nikon Creative Lighting System. Three illumination patterns are provided, standard, even and center weighted. This flash will automatically detect Nikon’s FX and DX formats and automatically selects suitable light distribution angles. A power zoom function… Continue reading Nikon Speedlight Review SB-910 Electronic Flash
Some Photography Tips for Better Images
There are many tips to help you get nicer images from your camera. With today’s cameras, generally the camera is very good in getting the exposure correct, but there are a few settings, where the camera can be overridden to change and improve the “look” of the resulting image.
Enhancing Your Tripod With Some Accessories
To obtain a stable camera for long exposures, the tripod is only part of the overall picture. There are many accessories to add to your tripod to make your photographic life easier and to make your images even sharper.
When you purchase your camera it will come with a standard 1/4″-20 screw socket for mounting to the tripod, this is somewhat inconvenient if you need to quickly mount the camera to the tripod.