This camera is effectively the smallest of the Nikon 1 series cameras and aims for simplicity of operation with a complete range of interchangeable lenses. It is a very portable high quality take everywhere camera. The S1 features high speed autofocus and a very short release lag time of 80ms in single-point autofocus mode. The… Continue reading Nikon 1 S1 Mirrorless Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens Camera
Nikon 1 Nikkor 10-100mm f/4-5.6 Lens
This 10-100mm f/4-5.6 lens will form a great choice for the Nikon 1 photographer where a high quality lens is required with this mirrorless camera. This general purpose and powerful zoom lens has a focal length range of 10–100mm and maximum apertures of f/4.0–5.6, plus a useful Vibration Reduction function to ensure that your… Continue reading Nikon 1 Nikkor 10-100mm f/4-5.6 Lens
Nikon 1 Nikkor 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
This ultra wide lens is a high performance VR, 6.7-13mm, f/3.5-5.6 lens for the Nikon 1 series of cameras. The lens fits in with the Nikon 1 philosophy of portability, speed, and image quality. With a minimum focal length of 6.7 mm, the lens is ideal for impressive wide landscapes or fitting the whole family into… Continue reading Nikon 1 Nikkor 6.7-13mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
Nikon 1 J3 Mirrorless Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens Camera
Whenever I handle one of the Nikon 1 cameras, I am amazed at the size of the camera and the amazing image quality that can be achieved. The image quality is not as good and can not be expected to be as good as the Nikon DX and FX range of cameras with their larger… Continue reading Nikon 1 J3 Mirrorless Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens Camera
Nikon WR-T10, WR-R10, WR-A10 Remote Control Units
These remote control units from Nikon about to be released to the market, will be a very welcome accessory to the range of Nikon Digital SLR’s for remote control applications. There are three units which can be used to suit your particular camera. As I am mainly interested in nature photography, I very often have… Continue reading Nikon WR-T10, WR-R10, WR-A10 Remote Control Units
Nikon D5200 Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) Camera
The Nikon D5100 Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) Camera is an entry level camera for the developing photographer, the camera will have a capability for exceptional images. The camera has a 24.1 megapixel DX-format sensor, an ISO sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 6400 and a 39-point AF system to deliver high image quality and excellent… Continue reading Nikon D5200 Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) Camera
Nikon 1 V2 Mirrorless Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens Camera
This new 14.2 effective megapixel V2 camera is a very fast focussing camera with an ISO range of 160 to 6400. I love the compactness, the quietness of operation and the speed of operation with this camera. The main disadvantage as I see it with this camera is the imaging sensor size, which will result in images… Continue reading Nikon 1 V2 Mirrorless Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens Camera
Nikkor 70-200mm 4G ED VR AF-S Lens
This AF-S Nikkor, 70-200mm f/4G ED VR lens is a great addition to the Nikon lens range. It is so compact and lightweight compared to the large f/2.8 equivalent focal length lens. To some people the difference between f/4 and f/2.8 will be a deciding factor in their purchasing decision and for others the lighter and smaller… Continue reading Nikkor 70-200mm 4G ED VR AF-S Lens
Nikon D600 Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) Camera Review
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
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