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Nikon has just announced the new AF-S DX 18-200mm replacement, notable improvement being the VR II vibration reduction engine. Other improvements include better zoom mechanism which reduces the “zoom creep”, a common problem with the previous mode.   A zoom lock has also being incorporated, which allows the lens to be locked when not in use [...]

An interesting and much welcome addition to the Nikkor DX range, effectively a normal lens for the Nikon DX sensor digital SLRs.  A very usable f/1.8 maximum aperture too, ideal for the low light situations. More information at the Nikon web site: http://www.nikon.com.au/productitem.php?pid=1310-8934b9b612

Olympus has just announced the E-P1, a digital compact camera modelled after the legendary PEN half frame camera. The camera is part of the Micro Four Thirds line-up, featuring: 12.3 megapixel 720p HD movie Interchangeable lenses Image Stabiliser 3 inch LCD ISO 6400 Manual, Aperture & Shutter Priority modes 14 Scene modes 14-42mm lens (28-84mm [...]

The manual focus 50mm f/1.2 is one of the fastest lens from the Nikkor (Nikon) line up. More information at the Nikon web site: http://www.nikon.com.au/productitem.php?pid=136-1d3d4b0c43