Nikon Z Series Mirrorless Camera Pre-Order Links
Hurry if you want to get one of these anytime soon!
Nikon Launches the Compact Nikkor 500mm F/5.6E PF Lens
Nearly overshadowed by the launch of Nikon’s new mirrorless cameras was the official launch and price details of the exciting Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF lens – scheduled for a September 13th 2018 launch at $3599.95. The lens is the second lens in the Nikkor lineup to utilize a phase fresnel lens element (PF), after the Nikkor 300mm f/4 PF. Fresnel lens technology allows for smaller and lighter lenses by bending light at a more acute angle than standard aspherical lens elements. The resulting short length (23.7cm) of the new 500mm PF will surely be exciting for wildlife photographers who want …
Kayaking Around Bowen Island With a Camera
Photographing a challenging sea kayaking adventure has long been on my bucket list. Now you can read all about my solo circumnavigation of Bowen Island in this trip report.
Nikon’s New Full Frame Mirrorless System Just a Couple of Days Away
Nikon continue to teases us with more videos about their upcoming new full frame mirrorless cameras, the supposed Z6 and Z7. In their latest video, camera beta testers share their first opinions and we get another few sneaky glances at the camera’s form factor. The cameras will be unveiled on the 23rd of August.
CanvasPop Photo Books Review
CanvasPop’s mobile application allows you to create a photo book in under 5 minutes, so I had one printed to see how they turn out.
Nikon and Their Camera Durability Testing
Nikon Asia published this fascinating look at the durability testing procedures for their high end cameras. The video features the D850 and has lots of interesting tidbits in it about temperature and humidity testing, among other things.
Review: Keep Photo Gear Organized with the Lowepro GearUp Series
Lowepro’s GearUp series is designed to help photographers organize their even increasing collection of cables, batteries, memory cards, tools and other small but necessary photography accessories.
Nikon D500 and Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6 – Nikon’s Ultimate Wildlife Combo?
How well does the Nikon D500 pair up with the AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR? Matt Jacques had an opportunity to test out this ultimate wildlife combination in his Yukon backyard, and on an expedition in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
MindShift Gear Exposure Shoulder Bag Review
The MindShift Exposure shoulder bag from is a rugged laptop and camera bag that’s available in both 13″ and 15″ sizing. Here’s my in-depth review…
Tamron’s New Ultralight and Affordable Wide Zoom That’s Great for Travel:17-35mm f/2.8-4
Tamron’s 17-35mm f/2.8-4 lens is the lightest ultra-wide lens in its class and features a weather sealed design that’s great for travel and landscapes.
