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AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II

Posted on 30 July 2009 by f-number | No comments

Nikon has just announced the long awaited replacement for the popular 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom lens.

The new model incorporates the newer generation VR II vibration reduction system, and promises better performance right through to the edge of the frame when used with full frame FX sensor Nikon DSLR. The new lens also spots the Nano Crystal coating common to the newer generation of Nikkor professional lenses, designed to reduce flare. The new optical design employs no fewer than seven ED elements. A new A/M focusing mode has also been added which gives priority to autofocus when the manual focus ring is engaged.

The new design brings back the look-and-feel of the earlier Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8 lenses, with a consistent lens barrel diameter throughout. Dimension wise it is shorter than it’s predecessor by about 6mm, but gaining about 60g in weight. Filter attachment size remains at 77mm.

More information at the Nikon web site:
http://www.nikon.com.au/productitem.php?pid=1327-06b93960b8

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AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

Posted on 30 July 2009 by f-number | No comments

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 and for better transportation.

More information at the Nikon web site:
http://www.nikon.com.au/productitem.php?pid=1324-08eb88990c

Cosina Micro Four Thirds lens adapter for Zeiss & Voigtländer

Posted on 14 July 2009 by f-number | No comments

Cosina has just announced the introduction of Micro Four Thirds lens adapter for Carl Zeiss and Voigtländer lenses. This will make an interesting combination for the recently announced Olympus E-P1. Compatible with Zeiss and Voigtländer lenses with the Nikon F and Pentax K mount.

More information at the Cosina web site:
http://www.cosina.co.jp/seihin/voigt/acce/adapter/mfta-sl.html

AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G

Posted on 27 June 2009 by f-number | No comments

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.