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Nikon MC-CF660G High Performance CFexpress Type B Card Announced

In addition to the new Nikon Z9 and Z6 II & Z7 II firmware updates, and the Nikon MC-N10 Remote Grip, Nikon also officially announced a new MC-CF660G high-performance CFexpress Type B memory card.

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Nikon MC-CF660G High Performance CFexpress Card
The MC-CF660G is a CFexpress (Type B) memory card with a large capacity of 660 GB. It realizes a maximum read speed of approximately 1700 MB/s and maximum write speed of approximately 1500 MB/s. It is particularly suited for video/still shooting with the Nikon Z9 full-frame/FX-format mirrorless camera.

The new Nikon MC-CF660G High Performance CFexpress Card will be available starting in June for a suggested retail price of $729.95.

Nikon Z9 is available for sale and currently available for $5,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

New Nikon Firmware Updates For The Z9, Z6 II & Z7 II Cameras

Nikon has announced new firmware updates for the Z9 flagship mirrorless camera as well as the Z6 II and Z7 II.

Firmware v.2.0 for the Z9 brings high-performance updates while firmware v.1.4 for the Z6 II and Z7 II improves focusing for stills and video.

Nikon Z9 is available for sale and currently available for $5,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. Continue reading “New Nikon Firmware Updates For The Z9, Z6 II & Z7 II Cameras”

Pre-order Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens Now

You can now pre-order the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens at Adorama, Amazon and B&HPhoto. The US price is $6,496.95.

Pre-order link:

Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens: $6,496.95

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Key Features:

Z-Mount Lens/FX Format
Aperture Range: f/6.3 to f/32
PF Element, 50% Weight Reduction
SR and ED Elements
Nano Crystal Coat
Multi-Focus Stepping Motor AF System
Vibration Reduction Image Stabilization
Customizable Fn and Memory Set Buttons
Weather-Sealed Design, Fluorine Coating
Rotating Tripod Collar

Nikon Unveils 800mm F6.3 VR S super telephoto lens for Z-mount

Nikon reveals its new 800mm F6.3 VR S super telephoto lens for Z-mount cameras. The US price of the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S Lens is $6500. B&HPhoto already published the product page for the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens.

The new lens is constructed of 22 elements in 14 groups, including one PF element, three extra-low dispersion (ED) elements and one Short-Wavelength Refractive (SR) element. Ir features a nine-blade rounded aperture diaphragm, includes a fluorine coating on the front-most element and has a minimum focusing distance of five meters (14.5ft).

The Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 VR S will be available to order from April, 2022. See the press text below: Continue reading “Nikon Unveils 800mm F6.3 VR S super telephoto lens for Z-mount”

Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S Lens Official Announcement on April 6th

It is now confirmed that the Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S Lens will be officially announced on April 6th at 1 am EDT (5 am GMT). The US price of the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S Lens is expected to be around $6000. B&HPhoto already published the product page for the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens.

Official announcement: April 4th or April 6th (±1 day)
Scheduled to start shipping in May
Professional-grade lens with “amazing” performance
Optical performance equivalent to the F-mount lens “Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR“
Price: Approximately $6,000 based on leaks from China (check the pricing info at B&H)
Weight: 2.3kg (half the weight of the F mount version)
This lens has already started mass production

See Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens hands-on previews

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens Update – Price: $6,000, Weight: 2.3 kg

The upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens is expected to be announced on April 4th (±1 day), 2022. Nikon Rumors posted some additional information about the Nikon’s super-telephoto lens “NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S”.

Official announcement: April 4th or April 6th (±1 day)
Scheduled to start shipping in May
Professional-grade lens with “amazing” performance
Optical performance equivalent to the F-mount lens “Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR“
Price: Approximately $6,000 based on leaks from China (check the pricing info at B&H)
Weight: 2.3kg (half the weight of the F mount version)
This lens has already started mass production

Considering that the conventional “AF-S NIKKOR 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR” is a large lens with a total length of 461mm and a weight of 4,590g for $16,296.95, this new Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens becomes a surprisingly small, lightweight and low-priced lens. Since it is using a diffractive optical element, I am concerned about flare resistance when backlit, but I feel that it is acceptable if the price is $ 6000. It is rumored to be coming soon, so stay tuned for more information in the future.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens

The NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S is an S-Line lens, delivering powerful rendering with outstanding resolution while thoroughly reducing color bleeding. By adopting a PF (Phase Fresnel) lens that enables a compact and lightweight body, it is highly portable despite being a super-telephoto lens. With its high rendering performance and superb mobility, this lens will be an excellent choice for many types of photographers ranging from advanced amateurs to professionals.

Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens Announced, Price $1,099

Venus Optics has announced the new Laowa 20mm f/4 ultra-wide-angle shift Lens. The US price of this lens is $1,099 and available in 8 mounts including Canon EF and RF, Nikon F and Z, Sony E, Pentax K, L mount and Fujifilm G mount (via an adapter). Laowa Lenses are sold at Adorama and B&H.

Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift is an ultra-wide-angle shift lens that you cannot resist. On top of the high image sharpness and nearly no distortion (Zero-D), the lens also comes with a rotatable lens hood for avoiding flares and protecting the front lens element.

The amount of shift is ±11mm for full-frame cameras and ±8mm for medium format cameras, making it super easy to capture architectural and interior photography in a corrected perspective. Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift expands Laowa’s Shift Lens line-up giving you an addition option for distinct needs. Continue reading “Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens Announced, Price $1,099”

Venus Optics Laowa F4 tilt-shift Lens to be Announced on March 28th

Venus Optics is rumored to announce a new wide-angle Laowa f/4 tilt-shift lens (or maybe only shift?) on March 28th. Venus Optics lenses are sold at Adorama and B&H.

Photo Rumors has posted a teaser image of the Venus Optics (LAOWA) shift lens. According to the image below, Venus Optics is rumored to announce the new F4 wide-angle tilt-shift lens on March 28th.

Since the title of the teaser is “Shift?”, it seems likely that the tilt mechanism is not installed. With the introduction of LAOWA brand relatively affordable shift lenses, you can feel free to try them out, unlike the expensive shift lenses made by camera makers.

Venus Optics already has the Laowa 15mm f/4.5 Zero-D Shift lens.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens Coming on April 14th

According to recent reports, the Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens will be officially announced on April 14th.

B&H has published the product page for the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens. The price is unknown at the moment but it will be significantly lower than expected because the new 800mm will be a PF lens. See explanation below.

As a comparison Canon announced their mirrorless RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM lens in late February for CP+ Show. The US price of RF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens is $16,999. Also when we look at the Canon RF 400mm f/2.8 which is priced at $12,000 and the Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 at $14,000. It would be fair that the Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens to be priced between $17,000 – $18,000. So what is your prediction of the price? Feel free to relay your comments below. Continue reading “Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Lens Coming on April 14th”

Sony a1 vs Nikon Z9 vs Canon EOS R3: Which Camera Should You Buy?

Here is a comparison between the Sony a1 vs Nikon Z9 vs Canon EOS R3 flagship mirrorless cameras. Which one to choose between Canon EOS R3 vs Nikon Z9 vs Sony a1 and why? The mirrorless flagship comparison comes from Jared Polin.

In the video below he gives you the pros and cons of each camera (Sony a1, Nikon Z9, Canon R3) and help you decide which one might be the right one for you. Everything is based on the Real World Usage of each of these cameras. Check it out! Continue reading “Sony a1 vs Nikon Z9 vs Canon EOS R3: Which Camera Should You Buy?”