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Nikon 1 CX Sensor Lenses

Nikkor 1 10mm f/2.8 Lens for CX Sensors - Nikon 10mm f/2.8, a fast fixed focal length prime lens designed for exclusive use on Nikon 1 CX mirror-less cameras. Its (35 mm format equivalent ) focal length is 27mm, a versatile selection, equally able to take care of landscapes, family snapshots, party photos and portraits.

Sep 21, 2011

Nikon FT-1 lens mount adapter

To go along with Nikon's initial incursion into the new mirrorless camera field, Nikon has announced several new accessories to work with the V1 and J1 cameras. The biggest deal of all the accessories is the FT-1 lens mount adapter, which lets you to mount AF-S and AF-I lenses on the Nikon 1 CX cameras. This is seriously important, as those who own Nikon lenses have the opportunity to use their existing lenses on this fresh smaller mirrorless layout. It also should provide for some interesting photography options, such as mounting a big 300mm lens on a miniature sensor to create super zoom factor. And when you employ one of your AF-S or AF-I Nikon lenses, you are still fully able use the fantastic Nikon 1 autofocus arrangement.

Sep 21, 2011

Nikon FX Lenses - They also Work on DX Cameras

Nikon 10.5mm f/2.8G ED DX Fisheye. Being a fisheye, use care to prevent your own toes from having a staring role in your images. It focuses so close that any spotting on the lens even become visible, so you must keep it spotless. Just as other fish eyes, it does not take filters. Feb 8, 2011

NIKKOR 14mm f/2.8D ED AF- The Nikon AF 14mm f/2.8D ED has become the most severely, corrected wide-angle prime fixed-focal length lens available in the existing Nikon lens stable. Announced in2000 it replaced the MF Nikon Ai-S 15mm f/3.5 lens. nothing out of the ordinary for this type of lens the price is on the hefty side at about $1500. However, as noticeable from the images, there's also a large amount of glass for your money. Typical internet price $1,639 Mar 13, 2011

NIKKOR 16mm f/2.8D AF Fisheye Lens. - By combining the special effects and benefits of 180° angle of view with the Nikon highly developed D-type autofocus engineering, there's a Brilliant f/2.8 aperture opening for photographing in poor light or with a fast shutter speed. There's also full-aperture metering and framing. Typical internet price: $900.00. May 12, 2011

NIKKOR 20mm f/2.8D AF - an ultra-wide-angle compact lens containing a first-rate optical design for shooting buildings, weddings and landscapes. It contains a 94-degree (70-degrees when mounted on a Nikon DX camera) image coverage sharpness edge-to-edge. Close Range Correction (CRC) allows for high execution at both ends of the focusing range, for distortion-free photos as near as 0.85 ft. Typical internet price: $608.00. May 9, 2011

AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED lens. Quick ultra-aperture wide angle designed for professional photo journalism and landscape photographers, the new wide lens features an Innovative optical fabrication for Nikon’s stable of category leading FX-size DSLR camera bodies. Announced Feb 8, 2010. Typical Internet price $2100 May 9, 2011

NIKKOR 24mm f/2.8D AF. A supreme wide angle prime lens featuring fantastic optical accomplishment. Autofocus functions are quick and precise, while the light weight and compact package makes for a highly versatile lens. Close-Range Correction guarantees high resolution as close as 15 inches. Typical internet price: $380.00. May 12, 2011

NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D AF. Released back in 1994, the Nikon AF NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8D Lens is designed for the photographer who wants to carry only one wide angle lens, the 28mm f/2.8 AF Nikkor prime lens offers exceptional flexibility, from landscapes to star trails. 74° Picture coverage. Focus down to 9 inches. Close-Range Correction System ensures sharpness. Accepts 52mm filters. This is probably one of Nikons underappreciated lenses. Typical internet price: $290.00. - Sep 24, 2011

AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G lens.
The Nikon AF-S DX 35mm f/1.8G lens delivers very sharp images wide open. Bokeh, perhaps one of the main facets for shooting with a fast prime lens, is well formed and generally pleasurable (at least when stopped down a little). The lens has a few drawbacks, though, there's specifically rather significant distortions and CA, both lateral and longitudinal. Even though it's sonic wave powered, the AF is never going to win any speed contests. Typical internet price $199.95. Apr 1, 2011

NIKKOR 35mm f/2D AF. Some people remark that the 35mm f/2 is a humdrum lens (and they say this about a 50mm lens). The melodramatic wide-angle exposure is totally lacking when compared to lenses like the AF 24/2.8 and it does not possess an "involuntary clutter removal feature" of a telephoto lens, compared to the AF 70-200mm Nikkor f/2.8 VRII zoom. Typical internet price: $365.00.

Updated 12//16/2010

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G lens. This lens is absolutely the best for a wedding photographer that often shoots in dark environments. This lens performs flawlessly under these conditions. When used on a Nikon D3 body the AF is great. It doesn't feel quite as quick at my (70-200 2.8 lens or 24-70 2.8 ) although it's still plenty right on when focusing in poor light. And the quality of the images are pretty amazing. Announced Sep 15, 2010

Jan 14, 2011

Nikon AF-S DX Micro Nikkor 40mm F2.8G macro lens. Nikon adds a new feather weight and flexible AF-S Micro DX 40mm f/2.8G lens giving Nikon DX-format photographers macro resources that's reasonably priced. Perfect for cherished details or general portraits, this new 40mm lens has the minimum focus distance down to only 6.4 inches allowing photographers to acquire extreme close-up photos and High Def (HD) movies with a big as life 1:1 reproduction ratio.

Jul 12, 2011

50mm f/1.8g Fast Lens by Nikon

This stealth lens is the latest version of the classic Nikkor f/1.8 50mm released back in 1978. The first Nikon 50mm f/1.8 lens with autofocus that provides instant override for manual-focus just by grasping the focus ring. Additionally it's the first 50mm Nikkor f/1.8 that will autofocus on Nikon's least expensive DLSR cameras such as the Nikon D3100 and D5100. Nikon's new lens first new optical engineering since 1978.of an f/1.8 50mm lens.

Apr 14, 2011

NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4D AF-S Lens. This Nikkor 50mm lens captures sharp images with fantastic color and contrast and bokeh. Its perfect for poor light, action, and sports imaging (as this 50mm f/1.4 lens is renown as one of the faster lenses on the planet). it's also a perfect portrait lens and other all around purposes. It is without doubt a very capable and adaptable lens. Typical internet price: $348.00.

Oct 3, 2011

NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G AF-S. The newest version of Nikon’s 50mm f/1.4 prime lens shows off a redesigned optical formula for more effective flare prevention. A 75mm equivalent on Nikon smaller-sensor DX bodies, this $500 (street price) full-frame lens also has a circular-bladed aperture for smoother defocusing. Typical internet price: $550.00.

May 12, 2011

NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D AF- Very few lenses are any sharper than a classic 50mm normal lens at a medium aperture setting so let's look at the Nikon50mm f/1.8 AF D, a lens that surely has its rightful spot in a great number of camera bags with thanks to its bottom end price tag and extremely light weight. This test was performed mounted on a Nikon D90, DSLR APS-C camera which has a 1.5x crop factor. There is a 75mm equivalent field-of-view compared to a full frame FX camera so this normal lens corresponds to a moderate telephoto lens within this latitude. Typical internet price: $134.00. Apr 1, 2011

NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4D IF AF - The high powered aperture of f/1.4 creates an absolutely perfect lens for portraits, sports shooting and photojournalism. The Nikkor AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.4D started shipping back in 1995 replacing the manual focus model. The 85mm f/1.4 is thought of as being at the top of the best whenever the subject of portrait photography for the FX sensor format cameras comes up. Typical internet price: $1230.00.

May 12, 2011

Nikon 85mm f/1.4G prime lens. The Nikon 85mm f1.4G AF-S Classic Length for Portraits Lens designed for FX image sensor format DSLR cameras, although when mounted on DX image sensor cameras it turns into a 127.5mm FX equivalent focal length lens. 85mm is the absolute perfect focal length to capture portraits without distortion. Plus when the super fast f/1.4 is shot with a wide-open aperture. Typical Internet price $1,700

May 12, 2011

Nikon 85mm f/3.5G AF-S DX ED VR Micro - Nikon's AF-S DX Micro 85mm telephoto Lens instigates creativity with sophisticated engineering and layout for close-up images. The lens was created especially for maximum close-up shooting, yet it's perfectly at home with nature, portraits, and all around photography as well. It can focus as near as 0.9 ft.

Sep 1, 2011. Typical internet price $490.

NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8D AF Lens. Once in every blue moon, you can still find a genuine bargain, the AF 85/1.8D Nikkor Lens is one of those exceptional bargains. it is a fast short telephoto "pro quality" lens that will deliver images with a crisp tack sharp resolution, absolute color fidelity, superb Bokeh, and excellent contrast, at an extremely reasonable price. Typical internet price: $469.00.

12//24/2010

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G Lens
The new AF-S Nikon 85mm f/1.8G is a compact quick FX-format medium telephoto prime lens. Although engineered for FX-format Digital SLR cameras, it's equally at home on any of the Nikon DX-format Digital SLRs. Combined with a mid-range telephoto layout and a fast aperture of f/1.8 make it a perfect choice for capturing both still photos and High Definition video in poor light situations.

Jan 7, 2012

Nikon AF DC-NIKKOR 105mm f/2D. All the good things you hear about this 105mm lens is entirely true. It's outstandingly crisp, sharp and built like a tank . It is somewhat pricey, but for what you get, it's well worth it. The Defocus Control is a hoot, but the average user will not have much use for it. Compared to the MF 105mm f1.8 or the renowned MF 105mm f2.5, this is a much better AF lens. Typical internet price $1,080 -

Updated 12/24/2010

NIKKOR 135mm f/2 AF DC Lens - This lens is simply astounding. Naturally it's sharp, almost from corner to edge, even on an FX body, however the primary reason to get it isn't for the sharpness, although more accurately for it's astonishing bokeh, and the command you have over it. This lens can create soft, creamy, showers of color, and by using the DC ring, almost guaranteeing you come away with perfect bokeh.

Oct 1, 2011. Typical internet price: $1,394.00.

NIKKOR 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED AF Lens. The current model, the 180mm f2.8 AF-D. in production since 1993 It has the identical autofocus (AF) performance and optics and as other varieties of AF lenses manufactured since 1986. The major difference is the covering of the exterior barrel (metal vs plastic) a manual focus ring and the non-existence or manifestation of an A/M switch. consequently this review is relevant to all Nikon AF 180mm lenses. Typical internet price: $951.00. 12/26/2010

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II

. An exceptionally fast telephoto lens, the 200mm f/2.8G VRIi has the capacity to capture inspiring images in a wide array of environments. It has superior light-gathering abilities while the 200mm focal length makes it a great selection for photographing on location. A tripod collar that rotates with a removable shoe is included, providing outstanding balance when mounted on a monopod or tripod. Announced Sep 15, 2010. Typical Internet Price $5,900

Sep 30, 2011

Nikon 200mm f/2G IF ED AF-S VR. The Nikon 200 VR is a big dream lens for many photographers, It delivers outstanding sharpness and crispness throughout the entire aperture array, is basically free from any aberration and distortion and has exceptionally pleasant bokeh. From a technical standpoint, there's a slight decrease in sharpness towards the edges of the frame shooting wide open (yes, a little nitpicking here) and it could be improved in dealing with backlight. . Typical internet price: $4,739.00. Feb 9, 2011

NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR , Typical internet price: $5,314.00.

AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II. This is a professional lens manufactured using die-cast magnesium providing the utmost durability and is tactically sealed to defy moisture and dust, with shielding Meniscus glass to protect the front element on the lens. Three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements are included in the optical formula for superior color, sharpness, and photo quality, while curtailing chromatic aberrations. Typical internet price $5,899 Oct 2, 2011

NIKKOR 300mm f/4D IF-ED AF-S. A professional telephoto lens that is perfect for a wide variety of shooting, from action sports, to remarkably tight-close-in portraits, to overall landscape photos. Optical glass with Extra Low Dispersion elements virtually do away with optical secondary chromatic aberrations; which are quire common in ordinary telephoto optical lenses. Typical internet price: $1,350.00.

May 8, 2011

NIKKOR AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8D IF-ED II

NIKKOR AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8G IF-ED II - An incredibly powerful super telephoto zoom which acquires photos with exceptional image quality. It includes the innovative VRII (Vibration Reduction system) that permits handheld telephoto zoom photography even in dimly lit situations. The VRII system diminishes image blur created by camera shake, while providing the equivalent of photographing using a shutter speed nearly four speeds less than would be probable otherwise. Typical Internet Price $9,300

Oct 6, 2011

AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/4G IF-ED II -Lightweight (8.6 lbs) for a 500mm prime lens, convenient, super ultra telephoto lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX- (23.9 x 36mm) and DX-format image sensors. Vibration Reduction (VR II) minimizes the effects of camera shake allowing photographers to shoot at as many as four shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible. Typical Internet Price $9,000

AF-S Nikkor 600mm f/4G IF-ED II - Fast, high-performance professional prime lens for serious wildlife and sports shooters featuring Nikon VR image stabilization system plus Nano Crystal Coat. The ultimate birding lens, which is simply an astounding tele lens! Effortless quiet and quick autofocus! Super sharp photos! Typical Internet Price $10,416.

May 9, 2011

Close-Up Lenses

NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8D AF Micro Typical internet price: $479.00.

NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Micro Typical internet price: $539.00.

85mm

NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR Micro. Typical internet price: $895.00.

NIKKOR 200mm f/4D IF-ED AF micro. . Typical internet price: $1,250.00.

Manual Focus Lenses

NIKKOR 20mm f/2.8 Manual Lens. . Typical internet price: $520.00.

NIKKOR 24mm f/2.8 AI-S Manual Compact wide-angle lens. Typical internet price $300.00.

NIKKOR 28mm f/2.8 Manual standard manual focus wide-angle lens Typical internet price $200.00

NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4 Manual Lens. Typical internet price: 700.00.

50mm f/1.4

Nikon 50mm f/1.2 Nikkor AI-S Manual. Focus Lens. Typical internet price: $588.00.

NIKKOR 55mm f/2.8. Micro Lens. Typical internet price $350.00.

Nikon 85mm f/1.4 AIs.

Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8 Manual Lens An all around medium telephoto camera lens for shooting portraits close-ups or candids. Announced in April, 1984. This Nikkor micro lens is as close as it gets to being an versatile macro telephoto lens. It was created as an AI-S Nikkor and its instantaneous benefit was to enable numerous MF.AF Nikon SLR cameras to use multi-exposure functions
Typical internet price: $735.00. Oct 30, 2011

Nikon 135 f/2.8 Als Nikkor Lens. .

Nikon Ed 180 2.8 Als Manual Focus Nikkor Lens .

Perspective Control (PC)

Nikon PC lenses, similar to other types of perspective control lenses, provide adjustments that mimic movements of view camera . Earlier PC lenses provided shifting of the lens in relationship to the sensor plane, however the newer Nikon PC lenses also provide tilting.

In 1962, Nikon announced the first interchangeable lens with perspective control available for any SLR camera, which was a 35mm f/3.5 PC. It was followed up in 1968 by an updated 35mm f/2.8 PC design. It was engineered to position the shifting part of the lens further away from the camera's body, as a way to not touch the brand new "Photomic" meters. The last optical update of this 35mm PC lens was released in 1980.

This 35mm Nikkor PC did not meet photographers needs for an even wider lens, so during July 1975 Nikon announced a 28mm f/4 PC. Subsequently February 1981 Nikon announced an updated rendition, a 28mm f/3.5 Nikkor PC, with a brand new optical layout. This became the last one of the manual only PC-Nikkor lenses to be built.

There are currently 3 different Nikkor PC lenses available: The PC-E 24mm f/3.5D, a PC-E Micro 45mm f/2.8D and the PC-E Micro 85mm f/2.8D Micro lenses provide 1:2 close focus for macro photography. The "E" designates there's an electromagnetic diaphragm) providing automatic aperture control when used with with the D3, D3x, D300 and D700 Nikon cameras. On earlier Nikon cameras, the PC-E lens functions the same as a PC len, while. the PC Micro 85 mm f/2.8D provides just preset aperture control, operated by mechanically pressing a plunger.