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Nikon Introduces the AF-S NIKKOR 300MM F/2.8G ED VR II

Nikon UK today announces a new super telephoto lens, the AF-S VR NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G IF-ED. The new telephoto lens features the new generation of Vibration Reduction technology (VR II) and a new A/M focus mode, making it an ideal choice for serious sports, action and wildlife photographers.


Zurab Kiknadze, Product Manager Lenses, Accessories and Software, Nikon Europe says: "The new lens’s comparatively light weight and compact dimensions make it a perfect choice for hand held super telephoto photography, particularly when used with a teleconverter. The new VRII system allows photographers to shoot at shutter speeds up to four stops slower, making this a practical solution for the news and wildlife photographer".
The evolution of the AF-S NIKKOR 300MM F/2.8G ED VR II NIKKOR lens reflects a commitment to developing a range of products tailored to photographers’ needs, and strengthens the line-up of high-performance NIKKOR lenses.

Sharper action images The AF-S NIKKOR 300MM F/2.8G ED VR II features second generation built-in Vibration Reduction (VRII), providing the ability to shoot at shutter speeds up to four stops slower so sharper images can be achieved when using the camera for hand-held shooting. In addition, the new A/M mode added to existing M/A and M modes enables autofocus priority even if the focus ring is being handled during shooting. Weighing in at 2,900g this is a lens that ticks every box for those who are serious about action photography..

Built for any environment This super telephoto lens is designed with the photographer in mind and has the same excellent optical system as its predecessor. Those who need extreme speed and quiet to capture wildlife, can rely on the autofocus with a built-in silent wave motor to ensure you won’t disrupt the action. To top off the extensive features, this lens is also sealed to withstand the affects of dust and moisture, allowing photographers to keep shooting whatever the conditions. Finally, the lens construction features eleven elements in eight groups, including three ED glass elements and Nano Crystal Coat.

On sale from: 29th January 2010

Specifications Focal length: 300mm
Max/min aperture: Min f/22 Max f/2.8
Lens construction: 11 elements in 8 groups
Picture angle: 8◦10'
No. diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded)
Closest focusing distance: 2.3m/7.5ft. (AF); 2.2m/7.2ft. (MF)
Filter/attachment size: 52mm
Diameter x length: Approx. 124 x 267.5 mm/ 4.9 x 10.5 in.
Weight: 2,900g

NASA Orders D3s DSLRs and Interchangeable Lenses from Nikon

Nikon Corporation (Michio Kariya, President) is pleased to announce that the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has placed an order for eleven D3S digital SLR cameras and seven AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED lenses to be used for photographic documentation.

The D3S digital SLR cameras and AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED lenses ordered by NASA will be carried on the Space Shuttle and used to photograph activities at the International Space Station (ISS) in the future.

No special modifications will be made to these products. They will be the same products available to end-users, confirming the incredible versatility of the D3S. This equipment will be used along with the Nikon D2XS digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR lenses, and Nikon Speedlights already in use at the International Space Station.

 Nikon has spent many years contributing to NASA's study of space through the development and manufacture of advanced and extremely durable cameras as well as of NIKKOR lenses that make the most of Nikon’s optical technologies, and of which production has recently reached fifty million units. To date, NASA has captured more than 700,000 images using Nikon equipment carried into space. Space, however, is not the only extreme environment in which Nikon equipment is used. Nikon also provides official observation equipment used in exploring the Antarctic.

Joe Mcnally Videos on Nikon School...

Some Excellent Online Videos by Nikon featuring Joe McNally (one of my favourite shooters)

Watch Video HERE HERE and finally HERE

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Ive always been a fan of the "right sky" or the "wrong clouds" its nice to hear im not the only one!

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Prestatyn Video Wall

The Man Song!!

Made me chuckle!

Apologies for my absence!

I have been incredibly busy recently and have been very lax with updating the blog.. Hopefully that will improve..

West Pier

Horsing Around!

Flutterby!

Quick one taken with 70-300mm No Macro

Commercial

Not my usual bag but taken for a press release. One SB600 & Umbrella

Waddington Airshow 2009.

Some Un-edited pictures from the weekend

Red arrows mobile pic from Waddington

Back to the Blogger!

After toying with Wordpress. (which I did like) I have returned to the blogger as I needed my SQL account back for my websites.

Anyway after that technical talk a quick pic from the weekend.. My way of working in the sun.

New Wordpress Blog!

Please see my new Wordpress Blog HERE!

Walk in the Woods

We took a walk in the woods this afternoon despite the temp being -5°c however shortly after taking this picture the "terrible twos" reappeared and the boy became a monster!!!

I must be getting old!

I run up against this enigma quite a lot so I thought I would share...
If you are a new customer for a business you get a spectacular deal, Ie Breakdown cover, Satelite TV, Phone calls, Mobile phones etc. However if like me you have been with the same company for many years you cannot get the same deals.. Is it me or does this feel wrong?
I have been with the same internet hosting company for the past 10yrs or so but the server im on cannot be upgraded so new customers get new software and the latest databases but unfortunatly as im on the old servers I cannot get these advantages.
I am told I will have to move to the new servers however to do this i have to get a rebate for the years hosting I have already paid and I will have to pay for a new years hosting. What happens to the databases I have no idea but i have been told i will have to download my sites and re upload them on to the new server....
Do I really want to do this.. NO will i do this.. probably... because it will be easier than migrating all my friends and relatives email address's to a new server... which would mean visiting each one and changing their settings..
Any way after that outburst the pic above if of yours truly with my lovely wife at a CRMC bash before XMAS.

Photoshelter

Winter Sun