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Nikon D3S vs. Canon EOS-1D Mark IV

 
These two powerhouse pro digital SLRs were announced within a week of each other. They both cost about $5000, both have HD video, fast capture rates and a ridiculously high ISO 102,400 sensitivity. It’s impossible not to wonder which one is the better camera. So I thought it would worth the effort to, as closely as possible, do a back-to-back comparison of the Nikon D3S and. the Canon EOS-1D Mark IV.

Nikon D3S vs. Canon EOS-1D Mark IV
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New Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 85mm VR - Compact Macro Lens

 
Nikon AF-S DX 85mm f/3.5 Micro Nikkor VR II macro lens for DX-format Nikon digital SLRsAlong with the new D3S digital SLR announced on Tuesday, Nikon also introduced a new DX-format macro lens. The Nikon AF-S DX 85mm f/3.5 Micro Nikkor VR II lens is designed to be used with APS-C sensor Nikon digital SLRs like the D5000, D60, D300s and D3000. The 85mm focal length is effectively converted to 127.5mm (35mm equivalent) on a DX-format camera body. The “Micro” in the name means it’s designed for close-up photography. In this case, that means a minimum focus distance of 9 inches and a 1:1, life-size reproduction ratio.
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Nikon D3S - New Low Light King

 
Nikon D3s Digital SLR With VideoNikon has upped the DSLR ante again. The new Nikon D3S has a 12.1-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor just like its predecessor the D3. But the maximum sensitivity on the D3S has been increased to a mind-boggling ISO 102,400 and noise levels have been lowered at all sensitivity settings. If being able to shoot in the dark isn’t enough for you, the D3S also adds 720p video capture with the ability to auto focus while filming. And the D3S now has sensor cleaning - a very important feature that didn’t make it into the original D3 spec.
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The Hot Shoe Diaries


Do you know how to light an elf or an airplane? Can you do it with small flashes? Photographer Joe McNally has and shares the secrets and the results in this unusual book on photography lighting.

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Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.5 And Camera Raw 5.5 Updates

 
Adobe Photography SoftwareYesterday Adobe announced updates for their Photoshop Lightroom and Camera Raw software. Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.5 and Camera Raw 5.5 are available for download now from the Adobe Web site. The updates include support for the Olympus E-P1 and Panasonic GF1 Micro Four Thirds cameras as well as the recently announced Nikon D300s and D3000 digital SLRs.
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Nikon D5000 Review

Nikon D5000 Digital SLR Camera
The Nikon D5000 is Nikon’s second digital SLR to offer video capture and its first to incorporate a tilt/swivel LCD display. The D5000 has a compact body with a 12.3-megapixel DX format CMOS sensor, a full range of shooting modes and exposure controls, and 720p video at 24 frames per second.

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Nikon D5000 Studio Test Photos
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Nikon D5000 at ISO 3200 - Iceberg!

    Nikon D5000 Pros

  • Wonderful image quality!
  • Vari-angle tilt-swivel LCD monitor
  • Bonus video mode
  • Information Display screen
  • Compact size and light weight
  • Auto focus system is much better than the D60’s
    Nikon D5000 Cons

  • No auto focus in movie mode
  • Vari-angle LCD can’t be used for self-portraits on a tripod
  • Exposure compensation button is a little awkward
  • People with big hands or who like big cameras may find it too small and light
  • Lack of dedicated buttons for white balance, AF, ISO, etc.
Nikon D5000 - front and back

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Nikon D5000 Studio Sample Photos

 
High resolution studio sample photos taken with the Nikon D5000 digital SLR. All photos were taken with the camera in Aperture Priority at f/11 using the Nikon AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR kit lens. Click on the thumbnails to see the photos at their original resolution.

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Nikon Coolpix S1000pj - World’s First Digital Camera With A Built-In Projector

Nikon Coolpix S1000pj - Digital Camera With Built-In Projector 
The new Nikon Coolpix S1000pj is the world’s first digital camera with a built-in digital projector. Capable of projecting photos and video up to 40 inches (1 m), the 12.1-megapixel S1000pj has a 5x wide-angle zoom lens (28-14 mm equivalent) with Nikon’s VR optical image stabilization, a 2.7-inch LCD display and a VGA movie mode.
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Nikon Coolpix S70 Pocket Camera With iPhone-style Touch Screen

Nikon Coolpix S70 Digital Camera With Touch Screen Display 
Last night, Nikon announced a new iPhone-like point-and-shoot digital camera with a 3.5-inch touch-screen OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) display. The new Nikon Coolpix S70 is a 12.1-megapixel camera with a 5x wide-angle zoom lens equipped with Nikon’s VR (Vibration Reduction) optical image stabilization system. The S70 comes in a variety of color/texture combinations and also features 720p HD video capture.
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Nikon Coolpix S640 and S570 Digital Cameras

Nikon Coolpix S640 and S570 Digital CamerasToday, Nikon announced the new Coolpix S640 and Coolpix S570 digital cameras that feature cutting edge technology designed for enhanced shooting and photo-sharing experiences.

The Nikon Coolpix S640 delivers high-performance and enhanced speed. It features an ultra-fast auto-focus, a short shutter release time lag, the fastest start up time in its class of a mere 0.7 seconds, 12.2 megapixels, a 5x Wide Angle Nikkor lens, a 2.7-inch clear color LCD display, Subject Tracking, Scene Auto Selector Mode, and a 4-way VR Image Stabilization System. The slim, stylish all metal body Coolpix S640, comes in various colors including Calm Black, Velour Red, Precious Pink, and Pearl White. Read the rest of this entry »


Nikon Introduce New 18-200mm VR II and 70-200mm f/2.8 VR II Zoom Lenses

Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f/2.8G VR II Zoom Lens 
Along with the new D300s and D3000 digital SLRs, Nikon is introducing updated versions of two of their most popular lenses, the 18-200mm VR and 70-200mm VR. The AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 ED VR II and AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II zoom lenses both feature Nikon’s most recent Vibration Reduction II optical image stabilization system. The new 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II Nikkor also has significant optical improvements.
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Nikon D3000 Entry-Level Digital SLR

Nikon D3000 Entry-Level DSLR 
Nikon announced a new entry-level digital SLR last night. The Nikon D3000 is a 10.2-megapixel DX sensor camera designed for first-time DSLR buyers. At just under $600, it’s a compelling option for budget-minded photographers who might otherwise not be able to afford a digital SLR. The D3000 also features a new Guide Mode designed to help beginners learn more about photography while they shoot.
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