Nikon Nikkor telephoto super-zoom lens comparison – DX Nikkor 55-300mm VR vs. Nikkor 70-300mm VR

Nikkor 55-300 vs, 70-300
Nikon 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX NIKKOR Lens for Nikon Digital SLR
AF-S NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G IF-ED VR

There is a lot of talk in the Nikon community right now, about which telephoto super-zoom lens to buy for a DX format Nikon digital slr camera. The AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED VR has been the accepted champion for some time, but Nikon has just thrown a new contender into the ring, by offering a smaller, lighter and less expensive, DX telephoto super-zoom, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR.

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Digital-SLR camera Nikon D3100

Nikon D3100 front and back
An entry level digital-SLR camera with a new CMOS image sensor, image-processing engine and helpful Guide mode that makes capturing beautiful images easy

TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the release of the Nikon D3100, an entry level Nikon DX-format digital-SLR camera. The camera is equipped with a new CMOS image sensor developed by Nikon and a new image-processing engine that enable capture of high-definition images exhibiting superior image quality, and a Guide mode that allows users to capture images just as they intended.


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Nikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom LensNikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 VR & 55-200 f/4-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lenses


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Nikon D3100 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm NIKKOR VR Lens
Nikon D3100 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm & 55-200mm NIKKOR VR Lenses


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AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR

Nikkor DX 55-300mm ED VR
Nikon 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX NIKKOR Lens for Nikon Digital SLR

A DX-format super-telephoto zoom lens with built-in vibration reduction for simple and enjoyable 5.5X super-telephoto shooting

TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the release of the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR. This DX-format super-telephoto zoom lens covers the 55mm to 300mm range of focal lengths and is equipped with Nikon’s latest vibration reduction mechanism, VR II, for simple and enjoyable super-telephoto photography.

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AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G, AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR and AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

New Nikkor FX lenses August 2010

Nikon 85mm f/1.4G AF-S NIKKOR Lens for Nikon Digital SLR

Nikon 24-120mm f/4G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR Lens for Nikon Digital SLR

Nikon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR Lens for Nikon Digital SLR

Three Nikon FX-format compatible lenses offering the superior image quality and performance of the NIKKOR brand

TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the release of three new lenses compatible with Nikon FX-format digital-SLR cameras. The AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G is a fast, mid-telephoto prime (fixed focal length) lens that combines a large maximum aperture of f/1.4 with beautiful blur characteristics and superior rendering. The AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR is a 5X standard zoom lens with a fixed maximum aperture of f/4 throughout its entire zoom range. Nano Crystal Coat has been deposited on some lens elements for fine, clear images, and the lens is equipped with Nikon’s latest vibration reduction mechanism, VR II. The NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is a 10.7X super-telephoto lens that covers a broad range of focal lengths from the wide-angle 28mm to telephoto 300mm. This lens is also equipped with the VR II vibration reduction mechanism.

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New Nikon D3100 and four new Nikkor lenses expected to be released tomorrow.

What is expected tomorrow, is a new Nikon D3100 (replacement for the D3000) model digital SLR with HD video (and other enhancements) and four new Nikkor lenses. One DX lens, a Nikkor AF-S DX 55-300 f/4.5-5.6, and three new FX lenses – the Nikkor AF-S 85 f/1.4 G, Nikkor AF-S 24-120 f/4 G ED VR, and a Nikkor AF-S 28-300 f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR.

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Free download of Nikon ViewNX 2 available today

Nikon’s image browsing and editing software with improved editing and printing functions for still images and movies. Greater collaboration with my Picturetown, Nikon’s image storage and sharing service.

TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce that ViewNX 2 is available for free download from the following Nikon website beginning today. ViewNX 2 is the comprehensive new version of Nikon’s image browsing and editing software, ViewNX, offering improved functions and greater collaboration with Nikon’s image storage and sharing service, my Picturetown.

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Nikon D3s gets EISA Award for best professional camera

European Professional Camera 2010-2011 – Nikon D3S

Nikon D3sThe Nikon D3S is so sensitive it can focus and shoot in conditions in which even the human eye cannot see. Although high ISO settings are a feature of most modern DSLR bodies, the quality of the Nikon D3S high ISO settings is unsurpassed for low noise levels and richness of detail. Together with its extremely fast EXPEED processing and an almost waterproof body, excellent battery life and high-quality construction, this is the perfect DSLR for professional sports, action and low-light photography.

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Nikon Rumors – New Nikon cameras to be announced on the 19th of August?

Nikon (Europe) press events are apparently scheduled, in various locations around Europe, on August 19, 2010. It is not known what will be announced at these press events, but the general consensus among various digital photography and technology websites is that the Nikon D3005 (successor to the D3000), consumer level digital SLR, will be the main item presented to the public. The Nikon D3005 is expected to have increased resolution, an updated auto-focusing system, higher frame rate, and most importantly the addition of 1080p HD video on a Nikon digital SLR.

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NikonDP | New User Group membership rates

NikonDP - Photographer's ID Card

Nikon Digital Photographer

Group Membership ID Cards and Membership Certificates are now available. Please join the Nikon Digital Photographer User Group now and start sharing your photos, joining in discussions and keeping up on all the latest Nikon news worldwide. We are currently available as a facebook group (with close to 13,000 members), a flickr photo gallery group and as a blog website at nikondp.com . Forums and gallery sites are also available and constantly under development. As we grow we will also produce and publish on-line photography e-books, tutorials and special photographic events for our members.

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July 2010 – Apple Mac Pro, iMac and LED Cinema Display updates.

Apple July 2010 Macintosh updates
Apple updates Mac Pro and iMac desktops, releases new 27-inch LED Cinema Display and introduces the New Multi-Touch Magic Trackpad.


July 27, 2010 – Apple Unveils New Mac Pro

July 27, 2010 – Apple Updates iMac Line & Magic Trackpad

July 27, 2010 – New 27-inch LED Cinema Display


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