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Samyang 10mm F2.8 wide-angle prime
Product Summary
- Model name: Samyang 10mm 1:2.8 ED AS NCS CS
- Release date: December 6th 2013
- Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
- Format : Full Frame / APS-C / Crop Sensor
- Mounts: Canon | Nikon | Fuji | Sony | Samsung
- Purchase options: B&H
Overview
Samyang has released the 10mm F2.8 ED AS NCS SC wide-angle manual focus prime for APS-C format cameras featuring nano crystal coating. It is 15mm equivalent angle of view on35mm format & 20mm equivalent on Micro Four Thirds. the lens will be available for all current SLR and mirrorless mount systems. The lens also features an petal-type hood, and the aperture ring. It’ll be available for at the end of January 2014 for sale at £469.99 for Nikon, or £429.99 for all other versions.
Press Release
December 6th 2013 – Samyang release new wide-angle 10mm 1:2.8 ED AS NCS CS lens in APS-C format.
Samyang has introduced a focused development program to obtain the highest possible optical parameters and reduce the product’s size at the same time. These efforts resulted in the latest version of Samyang 10mm 1:2.8 ED AS NCS CS lens featuring parameters and capabilities comparable to the best wide-angle prime and zoom lenses on the market.
The new Samyang 10mm 1:2.8 ED AS NCS CS is an ideal tool for indoor, architecture and landscape photography. It provides an exceptionally wide field of view of up to 109.5 degrees and rectilinear image mapping function. Owing to a fast f/2.8 lens speed you can also use the lens in low light conditions as well as sports photography and photojournalism purposes. The product’s optics comprises 14 elements divided into 10 groups, this includes 2 aspherical AS lenses and one lens made of extra-low dispersion glass. During development works on the prototype version the lens was fitted with an embedded lens hood which ensures a more compact size and reduces its weight by approximately 160 grams*.* – applicable to a version with Canon E mount
NCS (Nano Coating System)
The Samyang 10mm 1:2.8 ED AS NCS CS is the first Samyang Optics lens to feature a nano crystal anti-reflection coating system. This technology provides a lower reflection factor than (U)MC system as the coating is now applied more evenly on the surface of the lens. Benefits brought by the nano crystal layer include better light transmission, increased resistance to reflections and higher contrast, and all of this translates into supreme optical resolution of the lens.
The lens will be available from the end of January 2014.
The suggested retail price for the Nikon version is £469.99 inc VAT
All other fittings carry a suggested retail price of £429.99 inc VAT
Specs
| Model | 10mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS CS |
| Aperture range | F2.8 ~ F22 |
| Optical construction | 14 elements in 10 groups (2 ASP, 1 ED) |
| Minimal focusing distance | 0,25 m |
| Compatibility | APS-C / CS |
| Filter size | N/A |
| Number of aperture blades | 6 |
| Angle of View | 93.4 – 109.5 degrees (mount dependent) |
| Maximum diameter | 86mm |
| Length | 76.7 – 105.5mm (mount dependent) |
| Weight | 580 – 620g (mount dependent) |
| Warranty | 36 months |
Sample images
Purchase options
Available at B&H
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Canon EOS M2
Product Summary
- Model name: Canon EOS M2
- Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
- Format : APS-C
- Mounts: Canon EF-M
Key features
- 18 MP CMOS sensor
- Hybrid CMOS AF II
- 8% Size Reduction
- 4.6 FPS Burst Rate (compared to 4.3 fps of EOS M)
- Built-in Wi-Fi
Overview
Canon has unveiled the EOS M2 in Japan. EOS M2 is the latest version of Canon mirrorless series. EOS M2 features a new Hybrid CMOS II sensor, as seen in the EOS 100D / SL1 and is slightly smaller in size (by 8%) than EOS M. However no Dual Pixel AF like EOS 70D. EOSM2 will be available in mid december, either black or white and appears to be sold in Japan & Asian Market only (No US & European Announcement yet)
Specifications
| Type | |
| Type | Single-lens mirrorless AF / AE camera |
| Recording media | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card |
| Image Sensor Size | Approximately 22.3×14.9 mm |
| Compatible lenses | Canon EF-M, EF and EF-S lens (with adapter) |
| Lens mount | Canon EF-M mount |
| Image Sensor | |
| Type | CMOS image sensor |
| Effective Pixels | Approximately 18 million pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:02 |
| Dust removal function | Auto, Manual |
| Recording system | |
| Record Format | Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 |
| Image Type | JPEG, RAW (14 bit Canon original) RAW + JPEG can be recorded simultaneously |
| Recording Pixels | L (large): approximately 17.9 million pixels (5184 x 3456) M (medium): about 800 million pixels (3456 x 2304) S1 (the small one): about 4.5 million pixels (2592 x 1728) S2 (Little 2): Approximately 2.5 million pixels (1920 x 1280) S3 (small 3): Approximately 350,000 pixels (720 x 480) RAW: approximately 17.9 million pixels (5184 x 3456) |
| Image processing during shooting | |
| Picture Style | Auto, Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful, Monochrome, User Defined 1-3 |
| Basic + | Shot by ambience selection, Shoot by lighting or scene type |
| Additional effects shooting | With (Creative Auto mode) |
| White Balance | Auto, Preset (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, White Fluorescent, Flash), user-defined |
| Creative Filters | Black and white particles, soft focus, fish-eye effect, painting effect, watercolor effect, Toy Camera Effect, Miniature Effect |
| Noise Reduction | Can be applied to long exposures and high ISO sensitivity shooting |
| Automatic image brightness correction | Auto Lighting Optimizer |
| Highlight tone priority | Yes |
| Lens aberration correction | Peripheral illumination correction, color correction |
| AF | |
| Type | Hybrid CMOS AF II (Face + tracking, multi-point freedom of movement, freedom of movement 1:00) |
| Focus | 31 points (maximum) |
| Focus mode | Single AF, servo AF, manual focus |
| Focus brightness range | EV 1 ~ 18 (23 C, ISO 100) |
| AF-assist beam | Built-in (LED lights) |
| Exposure Control | |
| Metering Mode | Using real-time image sensor metering • Evaluative metering (315 zones) • Partial metering (approximately 11%) * Spot metering (approx. 2.8%) * Center-weighted average metering |
| Metering Range | EV 1 ~ 20 (23 C, ISO 100) |
| Exposure Control | Program AE (Scene Intelligent Auto, Creative Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports, Children, Food, Night Portrait, Handheld Night Scene, HDR Backlight Control, Program), shutter-priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual Exposure |
| ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) |
Basic Zone modes: at ISO 100 – 6400 set automatically Hand-held Twilight: The ISO 100 – 12800 set automatically Landscape: 100 – 1600 set automatically Creative Zone modes: in ISO 100 – 12800 Manual at ISO 100 – 6400, Auto ISO can set the maximum ISO sensitivity or ISO expansion to H (equivalent to ISO 25600) |
| Exposure Compensation | Manual: ± 3 to 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments AEB: ± 2 in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments (can be used in combination with manual exposure compensation) |
| AE Lock | Automatic: When focus is in the application of evaluative metering single AF mode Manual: By AE lock button |
| Shutter | |
| Type | Electronically controlled focal plane shutter |
| Shutter speed | 1/4000 to 30 seconds, B [Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode.] Flash sync speed of 1/200 sec. |
| External flash | |
| Compatible flash | EX-series Speedlites |
| Flash metering | E-TTL II automatic flash |
| Flash exposure compensation | Interstage ± 2 in 1/3 or 1/2 stop increments |
| Flash Exposure Lock | Yes |
| PC terminal | No |
| Drive System | |
| Drive Mode | Single, Continuous, 10 seconds self-timer / remote control, two seconds and 10 seconds delay self-timer delay Continuous |
| Continuous shooting speed | Single-shot AF / MF: up to about 4.6 / sec. |
| Maximum Burst | JPEG Large / Fine: Approx 13 (about 17) RAW: about 5 (about 5) RAW + JPEG Large / Fine: Approx 3 (about 3) |
| Still image shooting | |
| Aspect Ratio Settings | 3:2,4:3,16:9,1:1 |
| Focus mode | AF, Manual Focus (available for about 5 times, 10 times magnification confirmation), Automatic + Manual Focus |
| Continuous AF | Yes |
| Touch Shutter | Yes |
| Show gridlines | 2 types |
| Depth of Field Preview | Yes |
| Movie Shooting | |
| Video compression | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 [variable (average) bit rate] |
| Audio recording format | Linear PCM |
| Record Format | MOV |
| Recording size and frame rate | 1920×1080 (Full HD): 30p/25p/24p 1280×720 (HD): 60p/50p 640×480 (SD): 30p/25p |
| File Size | 1920×1080 (30p/25p/24p): about 330MB / min 1280×720 (60p/50p): about 330MB / min 640×480 (30p/25p): about 82.5MB / min |
| Focus mode | Hybrid CMOS AF II (Face + tracking, multi-point freedom of movement, freedom of movement 1:00) Manual focus (can be about five times, 10 times magnification confirmation) |
| Focus brightness range | EV 1 ~ 18 (23 C, ISO 100) |
| Focus mode | AF, Manual Focus (available for about 5 times, 10 times magnification confirmation), Automatic + Manual Focus |
| Servo AF | Yes |
| Metering Mode | Use the image sensor Center-weighted average metering and evaluation |
| Metering Range | EV 1 ~ 20 (23 C, ISO 100) |
| Exposure Control | Short Program AE and manual exposure |
| Exposure Compensation | Between ± 3 in 1/3 increments |
| ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) |
When using manual exposure shooting: Auto / Manual ISO 100 – 6400 set, can be extended to H (equivalent to ISO 12800) |
| Digital zoom | 3-10x |
| Video Snapshot | 2 seconds / 4 seconds / 8 seconds |
| Miniature Effect movie | Yes |
| Recording | Built-in stereo microphone External stereo microphone terminal Can adjust the recording level, with wind suppression function (when using the built-in microphone), with the attenuator function |
| Show gridlines | Yes; Two Types |
| LCD Monitor | |
| Type | TFT color LCD monitor |
| Monitor size and dots | Widescreen, 3.0 (3:2), about 104 million points |
| Brightness adjustment | Manual (7) |
| Interface Language | 25 kinds (including Simplified Chinese) |
| Touch screen technology | Electrostatic capacity mode |
| Features | Can be displayed |
| Playback | |
| Image Display Format | Single image display, single image + information display (basic information, shooting information, histogram), 4/ 9/36/100 image index |
| Enlarge Display | 1.5 – 10x |
| Image browsing methods | Single image, jump (by 10 or 100 images, shooting date, folders, video clips, still images, score) |
| Image Rotation | Yes |
| Highlight alert | Overexposed highlights blink |
| Rating | Yes |
| Movie playback | Yes (LCD monitor, video / audio output, HDMI output) with built-in speaker |
| Image Protection | Yes |
| Slideshow | All images, by date, folder, video clips, still images or scoring (can choose five kinds of transition effects) |
| Background music | You can choose to play as a slide show and video playback |
| Image post-processing | |
| Creative Filters | Black and white particles, soft focus, fish-eye effect, painting effect, watercolor effect, Toy Camera Effect, Miniature Effect |
| Resize | Yes |
| Cropping | Can crop, change orientation and aspect ratio |
| Direct Print | Yes, with PictBridge-compatible printer |
| Image Print Compatibility | JPEG and RAW images |
| Custom Functions | |
| Custom Functions | 7 |
| My Menu registration | Yes |
| Copyright Information | Can be entered |
| Interface | |
| Audio / Video Output / Digital Terminal | Analog video (with NTSC / PAL compatible) / stereo audio output for computer communication and direct printing (equivalent to Hi-Speed USB) |
| HDMI mini output terminal | C-type (automatic switching resolution), CEC-compatible |
| External microphone input terminal | 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini-jack |
| Wireless Remote | Remote control RC-6 |
| Power supply | |
| Battery | Battery LP-E12 |
| Battery Life (Based on CIPA testing standards) |
Approx. 230 at 23 C, 200 at 0 C |
| Video recording time | About 1 hour 30 minutes at 23 C, 1 hour 20 minutes at C |
| Size and Weight | |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | Approximately 104.9 × 65.2 × 31.6 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 274 grams (CIPA guidelines), approx. 238 g (body only) |
| Operating environment | |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 C ~ 40 C |
| Operating humidity range | 85% or less |
| Battery LP-E12 | |
| Type | Rechargeable lithium batteries |
| Rated voltage | 7.2 V DC |
| Battery capacity | 875 mA when |
| Operating Temperature Range | During charging: 5 C ~ 40 C During filming: 0 C ~ 40 C |
| Operating humidity range | 85% or less |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | Approximately 32.5 × 12.5 × 48.5mm |
| Weight | Approximately 35 g |
| Battery Charger LC-E12C | |
| Compatible Battery | Battery LP-E12 |
| Charging time | About 2 hours (23 C pm) |
| Input Voltage | 100 – 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) |
| The output voltage | 8.4 V DC/540 mA |
| Operating Temperature Range | 5 C ~ 40 C |
| Operating humidity range | 85% or less |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | Approximately 65 × 25.5 × 90mm |
| Weight | Approximately 76 g (without power cord) |
Additional Images
Additional Info
- Canon Japan EOS M2 site (Japanese)
- Canon Japan Press Release (Japanese)
- EOS M2 Sample Picture
Cyber Monday Deals 2013 At Amazon – Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM for only $279 (Reg $339)
Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM
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Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Lens Only $959.00 At DigitalRev
Sigma 70-200mm f:2.8 EX DG OS HSM Lens
DigitalRev has the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Lens (Canon mount) available for $959.00. Regular price $1,249.00.
Firmware Updates For Nikon D5100, D5200, D3100, D3200 & P7700 to Fix EN-EL14a Battery Issue
Nikon has updated the firmware to address a EN-EL14a battery issue.
From Nikon:
Modifications enabled with this firmware upgrade
Remaining battery charge is now accurately detected for Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14a. By upgrading firmware to [current version], EN-EL14a performance is maximized so that more images can be captured (battery performance) than when an EN-EL14 is used. With firmware [previous firmware version] and earlier, the number of images that can be captured (battery performance) when an EN-EL14a is used is less than when an EN-EL14 is used.
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Tamron 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DI VC Sample Images
Sample images of recently announced Tamron 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DI VC has showed up, all shot with Canon 5D mark III in Yellowstone. Total of 6 Images. Check below
Bison backlit behind screen of leaves, Yellowstone
National Park, Wyoming, 329 mm1/160 sec (f / 5.6) ISO 400
Bison walking through frosty field, Yellowstone National
Park, Wyoming 600 mm1/200 sec (f / 9.0)ISO 800
Frosted bison portrait, Yellowstone National Park,
Wyoming 600 mm1/100 sec (f / 9.0)ISO 800
Grizzly bear walking past reflections in river, Yellowstone
National Park, Wyoming, 483 mm1/320 sec (f / 6.3) ISO 800
Source: Sun Photo
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Submit your entries in National Geographic and Canon’s “Explore to Inspire” Photo Contest and stand a chance to win an Canon EOS 5D Mark III as a grand prize. More info here. Closing on 30th November.
Posing Tips – A brief Posing Guide for all Photographers [Video]
Posing is very important in portrait photography. If you are looking to learn more about posing, this video posing guide from B&H Photo by wedding photographer Jerry Ghionis might be interesting for you. Here in this video he shares some great posing tips & techniques.
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Canon EOS M with 22mm f/2 STM Lens Only $320 at Amazon
Amazon has the Canon EOS M with 22mm f/2 STM Lens for just $320. This Super cheap deal wont last long. If you own a DSLR already, Just keep it as a back up body. You can use your existing canon EF lenses via an adaptor or A Nice Christmas present to give some one you love.
Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens
Product Summary
- Model name: Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD
- Release Date: Nov 2013
- Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
- Format : Full Frame / APS-C / Crop Sensor
- Mounts: Canon | Nikon | Sony
- Color: Black
- Purchase options: Amazon | Adorama | B&H
Product Features
4x ultra-telephoto zoom lens with a focal length range of 150mm to 600mm
The focal length range of this lens was extended by 50mm on the wide-angle side and 100mm on the telephoto side compared to the existing model (Model A08), making it possible to take even more striking photographs of birds, wildlife, sports, and other distant subjects. Mounted on APS-C DSLR cameras, it has a stunning equivalent focal length range of 233mm to 930mm, almost to 1000mm.
World class image quality
Employing 20 elements in 13 groups and boasting an advanced optical design, it delivers a superior balance of resolution and contrast for sharp, clear images. The front group contains three LD (Low Dispersion) glass elements (two in the first group, one in the third) for enhanced optical correction effectiveness, enabling the lens to thoroughly compensate for on-axis aberrations at the telephoto end.
The lens also adopts eBAND Coating*¹, developed from state-of-the-art coating technologies, and conventional BBAR(Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating to greatly suppress ghosting and flare even when shooting under adverse lighting conditions.
Achieves a 600mm focal length in a compact easy-to-handle package
Ingenious optical design features minimize the movement of lens groups within the lens when zooming. This reduces the amount of barrel extension needed to cover the complete focusing range, making the entire lens more compact.
Beautiful background blur effects
Adopting a 9 blade circular diaphragm enables users to create beautiful background blur effects (bokeh), which provide even greater potential for creative expression. This circular diaphragm retains a nearly circular shape even at two stops down from its maximum aperture.
VC (Vibration Compensation)*²
Tamron’s proprietary VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization system uses a three-coil system, delivering significantly sharper images and creating greater opportunities for handheld ultra-telephoto photography.
Comfortable autofocus
Tamron’s new SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD features a USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) ultrasonic motor drive*³ for swift and accurate AF response, it delivers high torque, very fast response times, and very low noise. The full-time manual focus mechanism allows users to make fine manual focus adjustments at any time even when AF is engaged.
New elegant, high-class external finish
Tamron has upgraded the cosmetic design and finish of this lens to create a more sophisticated, high-end look in keeping with the demands of discerning full-frame DSLR users.
Employing a sophisticated linear pattern rubber grip on the zoom and focus rings and an attractive and stylish tungsten silver name-brand ring, this newly designed model accentuates its visceral presence with understated elegance and class.
Easy-to-use tripod mount
The tripod mount has been completely redesigned to provide superior stability, durability, ease of use, and portability.
Comes with “SILKYPIX Developer Studio for Tamron”, RAW image development processing software for Tamron’s SP lenses
The SILKYPIX Developer Studio software can develop high-quality images from RAW data, incorporating adjustments that can express the personal style and taste of the photographer. These include white balance, color, sharpness, and the tonal curves recorded by digital cameras.
The SILKYPIX Developer Studio for Tamron provides a range of functions, in addition to the basic adjustment capabilities, such as correcting aberrations (chromatic aberrations of magnification, distortion, peripheral light fall-off), based on the optical data. Used in tandem with Tamron’s SP series lenses – renowned for their high-depiction capability – this advanced technology efficiently produces images that meet photographers’ most exacting demands.
Sample Images on Flickr
Specifications
| Model | A011 |
| Focal Length | 150-600mm |
| Maximum Aperture | F/5-6.3 |
| Angle of View (diagonal) | 16°25′ – 4°8′ < for full frame format >10°38′ – 2°40′ < for APS-C format > |
| Lens Construction | 20 elements in 13 groups |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 2.7m (106.3 in) |
| Maximum Magnification Ratio | 1:5 |
| Filter Size | φ95mm |
| Maximum Diameter | φ105.6mm |
| Length* | 257.8mm (10.1 in) |
| Weight | 1,951g (68.8 oz) |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (circular diaphragm)*5 |
| Minimum Aperture | F32-40 |
| Standard Accessories | Lens hood, detachable tripod mount |
| Compatible Mounts | Canon, Nikon, Sony |
Purchase options
Available at Amazon | Adorama | B&H
Profoto B1 Flash – Cordless & Off-Camera with TTL
Profoto B1 Flash
Four years ago, Swedish lighting manufacturer Profoto challenged themselves to create the most easy to use yet powerful and versatile off-camera flash ever released. Today, the B1 is set for launch, together with a new TTL remote for Canon E-TTL II cameras.
“The B1 concept was born from a simple idea,” says Göran Marén, Product Manager at Profoto. “We wanted to make it as easy as possible to use an off-camera flash, but we wanted to do so without compromising the quality and versatility that photographers have come to expect from us. All the features of the B1 and the Air Remote TTL can be traced back to this single idea.”
The most notable of these features is the B1’s groundbreaking TTL function. This is a new, patent- pending invention from Profoto that integrates flash and camera. It works like this: you attach the Air Remote TTL unit to your camera’s hot shoe, you point and shoot with your camera, and the B1 automatically adjusts its output to provide you with a perfect exposure. Photographers who prefer adjusting the light themselves can switch to manual control by a simple button-press.
The Air Remote TTL is a small, hot shoe-mounted device that acts like a wireless link between camera and flash, supporting manual and TTL control of B1 lights in up to 3 individual groups. The remote is sold separately, so that photographers may choose the right remote for their camera. The Air Remote TTL-C for Canon cameras with E-TTL II support is launched together with the B1. The Air Remote TTL-N for Nikon cameras with i-TTL support will be available in 2014.
Another interesting feature is the fact that the B1 is completely cordless. Powered by an exchangeable battery and wirelessly synced and controlled with the Air system, it allows the photographer to bring the B1 anywhere and place it without regard to cable length. The battery will provide up to 220 full-power flashes, while the Air system has an operating range up to 300m (1,000ft).
The B1 is notably powerful for its compact size. Packed with 500Ws of light, it is about ten times as powerful as the average speedlight. This is enough to overpower the sun on a sunny day, or to light up larger sets or groups of people. The light output can be controlled in 1/10 f-stop steps over the entire 9 f-stop power range. The B1 is also equipped with a high-efficient LED modeling light, powerful enough to be used as a portable video light.
The speed of B1 is also worth noting, much thanks to the innovative Quick Burst. Quick Burst is a fully automatic feature built-into the B1, allowing the photographer to shoot up to 20 flashes per second at lower power setting. At full power, the B1 will recharge in less than two seconds.
As any other Profoto flash, the B1 is compatible with a wide assortment of Light Shaping Tools. More than 120 tools are available, each with its own distinct effect on light characteristics, distribution and output.
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Nikon DF – A perfect blend of classic and modern
Product Summary
- Model name: Nikon DF
- Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
- Format : Full Frame
- Mounts: Nikon F
- Color: Black, Silver
- Purchase options: Amazon | Adorama | B&H
Key Features
- 16.2-MP FX-format sensor and EXPEED 3 processing engine from the D4
- 3.2-inch 921K-dot LCD
- Outstanding 39-point autofocus system with 9 highly accurate cross-type sensors that work all the way down to f/8
- High-speed continuous shooting at approx. 5.5 fps for up to 100 shots, that captures the decisive moment
- Wi-Fi® photo sharing (with optional adapter)
- Built-in HDR and Active D-Lighting
- Dedicated mechanical dials for shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, exposure compensation, exposure mode and release mode
- ISO range (100–12,800 expandable down to 50 and up to 204,800)
- Compatible with all current Ai, Non Ai, AF-S, AF-D and AF NIKKOR lenses
Overview
Nikon’s latest Nikon Df, has become the first retro style 16.2-MP Nikon Full frame digital camera in a old film type body. It is the thinnest & lightest FX-format body from nikon, inspired by the classic F, F3 and FM/FE series design. Inside the body, it features a advanced 16.2-MP FX-format image sensor and EXPEED 3 processing engine from the D4, 39-point AF system, wide ISO range of 100–12,800 (expandable 50-204,800), an ultra-high resolution 3.2-inch 921K-dot LCD display and Wi-Fi® photo sharing (via optional adapter). The camera will be available in silver and black version. The Nikon Df body only is priced at $2,746.96 and $2,996.95 with 50mm f/1.8 kit lens. Available for preorder at Amazon | Adorama | B&H
Whats New in Nikon Df ?
Nikon DF is Nikon’s thinnest, lightest FX-format body, inspired by the deign of it’s own F, F3 and FM/FE series film cameras. Inside the hood it features the same 16.2-MP FX-format image sensor and EXPEED 3 processing engine from the D4 and ultra-fast 39-point AF system unto 5.5 frame per sec. Nikon Df is compatible with all current AF, AF-S, DX and AF-D NIKKOR lenses. In addition it is also compatible with classic Ai and non-Ai NIKKOR glass.
May be aimed to give chance Rediscover the joy of photography Mechanical dials have been added with elegant, simplistic control and styling of classic Nikon film cameras like the F, F3 and FM/FE series cameras. Enter the Nikon Df, a thrilling blend of classic and modern. According to nikon the Nikon Df will offer a more personal touch in your shooting style that will bond you with your camera and may reawaken your joy for taking photos experiences that have known and lost over the years.
Nikon Df is a digital Nikon on the inside and Classic Nikon on the outside. Designed exclusively for taking stills and high reliability, dedicated mechanical dials for shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, exposure compensation, exposure mode and release mode have been added to let you focus more on what matters. To deliver sharp, detailed images with rich colors, even in low light AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Special Edition kit lens is a perfect companion. Its manual focusing ring features the knurling/hatching of classic manual lenses for precise focus adjustments
This little dude also equipped with Powerful advanced Nikon technologies. The Nikon Df incorporates a 39-point autofocus system with 9 highly accurate cross-type sensors that work all the way down to f/8. It will be able to achieve sharp focus at up to 5.5 frames per second. Also features quickly adjust white balance with Spot White Balance feature. The in camera built-in HDR and Active D-Lighting help you to Create photos with dazzling dynamic range. Constructed with strong magnesium alloy to withstand harsh conditions, and its 3.2-inch 921K-dot LCD display provides beautiful high-definition views of your shots.
To Instantly share your great photos, when an optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter can be attached to connect to the Nikon Df with a compatible smartphone or tablet. This will allow to browse your camera’s memory card, import your favorite photos and even see what your camera sees and fire the shutter.
What Missing?
Obviously a video mode so far.
Should i buy it?
Well, it depends. For features … definitely no. Nikon’s own D610 offers more at cheaper price. However, if you want to experience those old days film shooting in a digital era… may be. If you have huge collection of old Nikkor lenses and wanna give those awesome lenses a new life… why not? Available at Amazon | Adorama | B&H
Sample images by Nikon Df on Flickr
Product Images
Nikon DF Specifications
| Image Area (pixels) | FX-format (L) 4.928 × 3,280 (M) 3,696 × 2,456 (S) 2,464 × 1,640DX-format (L) 3,200 × 2,128 (M) 2,400 × 1,592 (S) 1,600 × 1,064 |
| File Format Still Images | JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant with fine (approx 1:4), Normal (approx 1:8) or Basic (approx 1:16) Compression NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single Photograph Recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Formats TIFF (RGB) |
| Control | Vivid Landscape Monochrome Neutral Portrait Standard User-customizable Settings |
| Storage Media/td> | SD (Secure Digital) and UHS-I compliant SDHC and SDXC memory cards |
| Card Slot | 1 slot |
| File System | Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0 DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) EXIF 2.3 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) PictBridge |
| Viewfinder | Eye-level Pentaprism Single-Lens Reflex Viewfinder |
| Viewfinder Frame Coverage | FX (36×24): 100% Horizontal and 100% Vertical (Approx.) DX (24×16): 97% Horizontal and 97% Vertical (Approx.) |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.70x (Approx.) |
| Viewfinder Eyepoint | 15 mm (–1.0 m–1; from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens) |
| Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment | –3–+1 m–1 |
| Focusing Screen | Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII screen with AF area brackets (framing grid can be displayed) |
| Interchangeable Focusing Screens | n/a |
| Reflex Mirror | Quick return |
| Lens Aperture | Instant return, electronically controlled |
| Depth-of-field Control | Pressing Pv button stops lens aperture down to value selected by user (exposure modes A and M) or by camera (exposure modes P and S) |
| Lens Compatibility at a Glance*** | AF-S or AF lenses fully compatible Metering with AI lenses |
| Compatible Lenses | Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G, E, and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC lenses) and DX lenses (using DX 24 × 16 1.5× image area), AI-P NIKKOR lenses, and non-CPU lenses. IX NIKKOR lenses and lenses for the F3AF can not be used. The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster (the electronic rangefinder supports the center 7 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster and the center 33 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/7.1 or faster). |
| Shutter Type | Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane |
| Shutter Speed | 1/4000 – 4 s in steps of 1 EV (1/4000–30 s in steps of 1/3 EV with main command dial), bulb, time, X200 |
| Fastest Shutter Speed | 1/1/4000 |
| Slowest Shutter Speed | 30 sec. |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/250 sec. |
| Bulb Shutter Setting | Yes |
| Shutter Release Modes | Single-frame [S]; Continuous low-speed [CL]; Continuous high-speed [CH]; Mirror-up [Mup]; Quiet Shutter Release; Self-timer |
| Frame Advance Rate> | Up to 5.5 frames per second |
| Continuous Shooting Options | 1–5 fps (CL) or 5.5 fps (CH) |
| Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution | 5.5 frame per second |
| Self-timer | 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1–9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 s |
| Exposure Metering System | TTL exposure metering using 2,016-pixel RGB sensor |
| Metering Method | Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II (type G, E and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses) Spot: Meters 4 mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point |
| Metering Range | 0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering) 2 to 20 EV (spot metering) |
| Exposure Meter Coupling | Combined CPU and AI (collapsible meter coupling lever) |
| Exposure Modes | Programmed auto with flexible program (P); shutter- priority auto (S); aperture-priority auto (A); manual (M) |
| Digital Vari-Program Modes | n/a |
| Shooting Modes | P, S, A, M |
| Scene Modes | n/a |
| Automatic Exposure Scene Modes | n/a |
| Exposure Compensation | –3 – +3EV in increments of 1/3 EV |
| Exposure Bracketing | 2–5 frames in steps of 1/3, 2/3, 1, 2, or 3 EV |
| Exposure Lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with A AE- L/AF-L button |
| Mirror Lock Up | Yes |
| ISO Sensitivity | ISO 100 – 12,800 Lo-1 (ISO 50) Hi-4 (ISO 204,800) |
| Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity | 100 |
| Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity | 12,800 |
| Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity | 50 |
| Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity | 204,800 |
| Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options | Hi-1 (ISO-25,600 equivalent) Hi-2, (ISO-51,200 equivalent) Hi-3, (ISO-102,400 equivalent) Hi-4 (ISO-204,800 equivalent) |
| Long Exposure Noise Reduction | Yes |
| High ISO Noise Reduction | Low Normal High Off |
| Active D-Lighting | Can be selected from Auto, Extra high +2/+1, High, Normal, Low, or Off |
| D-Lighting Bracketing | 2 frames using selected value for one frame or 3-5 frames using preset values for all frames |
| Single-point AF Mode | Yes |
| Dynamic AF Mode | Number of AF points: 9, 21, 39 and 39 (3D- tracking) |
| Auto-area AF Mode | Yes |
| Autofocus System | Nikon Multi-CAM 4800 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, fine-tuning, and 39 focus points (including 9 cross-type sensors; the center 33 points are available at apertures slower than f/5.6 and faster than f/8, while the center 7 focus points are available at f/8) |
| Detection Range | –1 – +19 EV (ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) |
| Lens Servo | Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo AF (AF-C); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used |
| Focus Point | 39 total |
| AF-area mode | 9, 21 or 39 point Dynamic-area AF Auto-area AF Single-point AF 3D-tracking (39 points) |
| Focus Lock | Focus can be locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) |
| Focus Modes | Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A) Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo (AF-C) Face-Priority AF, Normal area, Wide area and Subject tracking AF available in Live View only Full-time Servo (AF-F) available in Live View only Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder |
| Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points | 39 points |
| Autofocus Sensitivity | –1 – +19 EV (ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) |
| Autofocus Fine Tune | Yes |
| Built-in Flash | No |
| Flash Bracketing | 2–5 frames in steps of 1/3, 2/3, 1, 2, or 3 EV |
| Built-in Flash Distance | n/a |
| X-Sync Speed | 1/200 |
| Top FP High Speed Sync | Jan-00 |
| Flash Control | TTL: i-TTL flash control using 2,016-pixel RGB sensor is available with SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-400, or T103; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering |
| Flash Sync Modes | Front curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear curtain sync, Auto FP High-Speed Sync supported |
| Flash Compensation | –3 – +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV |
| Flash-ready indicator | Yes |
| Accessory Shoe | Yes |
| Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) | CLS Supported |
| Flash Sync Terminal | Yes |
| White Balance | Auto (2 types) Choose color temperature (2500K–10000K) Cloudy Direct Sunlight Flash Fluorescent (7 types) Incandescent Preset manual (up to 4 values can be stored) Shade |
| White Balance Bracketing | 2–3 frames in steps of 1, 2, or 3 |
| Live View Shooting Photography Mode (Still Images) Movie Mode (Video) | Photography Live View Mode |
| “Live View Shooting (Handheld mode tripod mode)” | n/a |
| Live View Lens servo | Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time- servo AF (AF-F) Manual focus (MF) |
| Live View AF-area mode | Face-priority AF Wide-area AF Normal-area AF Subject-tracking AF |
| Live View Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected) |
| Monitor Size | 3.2 inch diagonal> |
| Monitor Resolution> | 921K dot |
| Monitor Type | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD |
| Monitor Angle of View | 170-degree wide-viewing angle |
| Monitor Adjustments | Brightness, 5 levels |
| Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator | Yes Also visible in LiveView Modes Also visible in Viewfinder |
| Playback Functions | Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, photo slide shows, histogram display, highlights, photo information, location data display, and auto image rotation |
| In-Camera Image Editing | Yes |
| Interface | HDMI output: Type C mini-pin HDMI connector Hi-speed USB |
| Wi-Fi Functionality | WU-1a |
| GPS | GP-1; GP-1A GPS Unit |
| Save/Load Camera settings | Yes |
| Total Custom Settings | 42 |
| My Menu | Yes |
| Recent Settings | Yes |
| Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings | Yes |
| World Time Setting | Yes |
| Battery / Batteries | One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL14a battery |
| Battery Life (shots per charge) | One EN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1400 shots (Based on CIPA standards) |
| AC Adapter | EH-5b AC adapter; requires EP-5A power connector (available separately) |
| Battery Charger | MH-24 |
| Tripod Socket | Yes |
| Approx. Dimensions (W × H × D) | Approx. 5.6 x 4.3 x 2.6 inches (143.5 x 110 x 66.5mm) |
| Approx. Weight (include footnote) | Approx. 1lb. 8oz. (710g) Camera body only. /td> |
| Operating Environment | 0 °C–40 °C (+32 °F–104 °F) 85% or less (no condensation) |
Additional info
Supplied accessories:
- AN-DC9 Strap
- EN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- MH-24 Quick Charger
- UC-E6 USB Cable
- BF-1B Body Cap
- BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cap
- DK-26 Eyepiece Cap
- DK-17 Eyepiece
Purchase options
iON Air Pro 3 – Cylindrical, Rugged, WiFi and Captures HD
Measuring only 1.5 x 4.2 inches, the iON Air Pro 3 may be a GoPro killer. It can record 12MP stills and 1080p video, has an adjustable 160-degree lens. Air Pro 3 can be submerged up to 49 feet (without any additional casing) and can be mounted on everything from a helmet to a snowboard. The camera can be controlled by a smartphone via a WiFi. Estimated retail price $349.
Press release
MOORESTOWN, NJ, October 30, 2013 – iON America, the company that brought shoot/Share™ Wi-Fi connectivity to point-of-view (POV) cameras, today unveiled its third-generation iON Air Pro wearable, high-definition (HD) video camera. The iON Air Pro 3 Wi-Fi offers powerful, new features designed to make it easier for users of all kinds—athletes, videographers and amateurs alike—to capture and share high-quality video and still images. It retains the compact size, light weight and fully-waterproof design that have made the Air Pro camera series so popular over the past year.
The company also announced new mounting options that extend the versatility of iON cameras, allowing secure, hands-free use in a wider range of environments.
Designed for professionals and consumers alike, the aerodynamic iON camera line features a number of significant industry firsts, including Wi-Fi connectivity and free cloud storage. The unique iON PODZ™ system—thin, circular discs that attach to the back of the basic camera, adding virtually no weight or volume—extends the capabilities of the iON camera lines. The Wi-Fi capabilities of the iON Wi-Fi PODZ work with the iON app for iOS and Android devices, allowing users to control camera functions and settings, preview the scene before shooting, instantly replay recordings, and immediately upload footage to Facebook, YouTube and other social networks.
The new Air Pro 3 Wi-Fi records HD video up to 60 frames per second at 1080p, with dual streaming to enable users to simultaneously “shoot and share” their recordings. A new, 12-megapixel image sensor offers up to 4000×3000-pixel still-image resolution with superior light sensitivity and wider dynamic range, even in challenging low-light situations. The camera’s “anti-shake” feature minimizes the effects of vibration for crisper images, and its built-in microphone is equipped with noise reduction to minimize the effects of wind and other distracting sounds on the audio track.
Additional new features of the Air Pro 3 Wi-Fi include extra-long, 2.5+-hour battery life and a custom-made, fog-free lens with improved light transmission for top-quality videos and stills, and a 160-degree angle of view that can be customized for tighter 140- or 150-degree angles using the iON iOS or Android app. While retaining the sleek, cylindrical shape of the previous Air Pro models, the camera casing is redesigned and boasts improved underwater capabilities up to 49 feet, with no outer housing required. The addition of a pro-grade metal ¼” tripod screw mount assures stability when used with conventional mounting systems.
“We designed the Air Pro 3 Wi-Fi to be best in class. It builds upon the great features of the earlier Air Pro models, with better image quality in a wider variety of conditions, plus a new, ultra-tough body that will withstand the most demanding environments,” said Giovanni Tomaselli, CEO, iON America. “I’m proud of the strides we’ve made, in just a little over a year, in a competitive market. The Air Pro 3 will take us one step further in inspiring the Shoot/Share revolution.”
Like its predecessors, the Air Pro 3 Wi-Fi offers these exceptional features:
– One-click capture: Easy to use, with intuitive controls and vibrating confirmation when starting or stopping recording
– Auto Rotation G-Sensor: Automatically adjusts image when camera is tilted
– CamLOCK system: Allows you to tilt or swivel camera without removing camera from mount
– Modular Wi-Fi PODZ (included with the Air Pro 3 Wi-Fi): Enables speedy, wireless uploading and sharing of videos and stills, without adding excess weight to the camera or requiring extra accessories.
– iOS and Android apps allow use of phones or tablets to start, stop and pause camera recording, change camera shooting modes, transfer files from camera to phone for easy uploading, check battery life, and more
– Built-in microphone: In addition to the noise-reduction feature, the Air Pro 3 also includes 3.5mm audio-in jack, enabling use of accessory microphones for optimum audio quality
– Multi-Region AC adapter: Comes standard with camera
The new additions to the iON mounting system are:
– iON FCS Mount: Makes it easy to secure iON cameras to any board (surf, snow, paddle, wake, etc.)
– iON Rollbar Mount: Designed for use in motorsports, the new Rollbar Mount can withstand high speeds and vibration
– Head Strap and Goggle Mount: Enables hands-free use of iON cameras for a wide variety of sports and other applications
Dawn Patison, executive producer and operations director at Lucas Oil Production Studios, appreciates iON cameras’ bomb-proof design and versatility. Her team has been working with iON cameras throughout 2013, shooting motorsports coverage that airs on seven television networks.
“Some of our most exciting footage comes from the iON cameras we mount on cars, bikes and trucks; these shots give the viewer an up-close and personal angle that most cameras can’t get. We challenge these hardworking cameras with some of the most grueling conditions on the track, including end-over-end wrecks, substantial vibration, dirt and clay,” Patison said. “iON’s lightweight, cylindrical ‘mount-anywhere’ design gives us unlimited options to achieve that perfect action shot. In the rapidly changing world of HD camera technology, innovation is a must, and that’s why we choose iON.”
The iON Air Pro 3 Wi-Fi can be pre-ordered at www.ioncamera.com ($349.99) for delivery starting November 15. It will also be available at select retailers.
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