Nikon to launch D300s and D3000

[Adrian Wong]

Nikon has announced the new Nikon D300s and D3000 digital SLR! The Nikon D300s body will be priced at US$1799.99 while the Nikon D3000 will cost just US$599.99 with an 18-55mm VR kit lens!

Nikon D300s
• 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS Image Sensor
• Continuous Shooting up to 7 fps
• Nikon EXPEED Image Processing
• D-Movie HD Video
• One-button Live View
• 3-inch Super-density 920,000-dot VGA LCD Monitor
• Low Noise ISO Sensitivity from 200 to 3200
• Fast, Accurate 51-point Autofocus
• 1,005-Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II
• Scene Recognition System
• Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System
• Picture Control
• Nikon's Active D-Lighting
• In-Camera Image Editing
• 100% Viewfinder Accuracy
• Virtual Horizon Graphic Level Indicator
• Up to 950 shots per EN-EL3e battery charge

You can actually pre-order the Nikon D300s @ RitzCamera, WolfCamera and CameraWorld.

Nikon D3000
• 10.2-Megapixel DX-format Imaging Sensor
• Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization Lens
• Nikon's Smallest D-SLR
• Easy-To-Use-Featuring Nikon Guide Mode
• Split-second Shutter Response
• Continuous Shooting up to 3 Frames-Per-Second
• 6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes
• 3-inch Color LCD Monitor
• In-camera Image Editing
• Nikon EXPEED Image Processing
• Automatic Image Sensor Cleaning
• 11-point Autofocus
• 6 Personal Picture Control Settings
• Active D-Lighting
• ISO sensitivity from 100-1600

You can also pre-order the Nikon D3000 @ RitzCamera, WolfCamera or CameraWorld.

[Chai]

I thought this news is even more interesting!

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II specifications
Focal length 70-200 mm
Mount Nikon F-Bayonet
Maximum aperture f/2.8
Minimum aperture f/22
Lens construction 7 ED glass elements
Angle of View 34°20’ - 12°20’ (22°50’ - 8° with Nikon DX format)

Zoom Ratio 2.9x
Minimum focus distance 1.4 m/4.6 ft. (throughout entire zoom range)
No. diaphragm blades 9 (rounded)
AF motor Silent Wave Motor
Filter/attachment size 77mm
Dimensions (approx) 87 x 209 mm (3.4 x 8.2 in.)

Weight (approx.) 1540 g (3.4 lb.)
Included accessories • 77mm Snap-on front lens cap
• Rear lens cap (LF-1)
• Bayonet hood (HB-48)
• Lens Case (CL-1018)
Optional accessories 77mm screw-in filters

[Falcone]

Originally Posted by Chai

I thought this news is even more interesting!

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II specifications
Focal length 70-200 mm
Mount Nikon F-Bayonet
Maximum aperture f/2.8
Minimum aperture f/22
Lens construction 7 ED glass elements
Angle of View 34°20’ - 12°20’ (22°50’ - 8° with Nikon DX format)

Zoom Ratio 2.9x
Minimum focus distance 1.4 m/4.6 ft. (throughout entire zoom range)
No. diaphragm blades 9 (rounded)
AF motor Silent Wave Motor
Filter/attachment size 77mm
Dimensions (approx) 87 x 209 mm (3.4 x 8.2 in.)

Weight (approx.) 1540 g (3.4 lb.)
Included accessories • 77mm Snap-on front lens cap
• Rear lens cap (LF-1)
• Bayonet hood (HB-48)
• Lens Case (CL-1018)
Optional accessories 77mm screw-in filters

With MSRP to be USD2399?

[Chai]

Originally Posted by Falcone

With MSRP to be USD2399?

For the LICH.

[Adrian Wong]

Originally Posted by Chai

I thought this news is even more interesting!

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200MM F/2.8G ED VR II specifications
Focal length 70-200 mm
Mount Nikon F-Bayonet
Maximum aperture f/2.8
Minimum aperture f/22
Lens construction 7 ED glass elements
Angle of View 34°20’ - 12°20’ (22°50’ - 8° with Nikon DX format)

Zoom Ratio 2.9x
Minimum focus distance 1.4 m/4.6 ft. (throughout entire zoom range)
No. diaphragm blades 9 (rounded)
AF motor Silent Wave Motor
Filter/attachment size 77mm
Dimensions (approx) 87 x 209 mm (3.4 x 8.2 in.)

Weight (approx.) 1540 g (3.4 lb.)
Included accessories • 77mm Snap-on front lens cap
• Rear lens cap (LF-1)
• Bayonet hood (HB-48)
• Lens Case (CL-1018)
Optional accessories 77mm screw-in filters

So what's new in the 70-200mm VR II?

Other than the price?

[Chai]

To fix some of the issues on the previous 70-200, which supposedly reduce vignetting and corner sharpness issue. Having VRII should also improve the VR by up to 1 stop.

It's my speculation for now, but this is what most are expecting. Nothing less, especially for the price.

[Falcone]

Originally Posted by Chai

To fix some of the issues on the previous 70-200, which supposedly reduce vignetting and corner sharpness issue. Having VRII should also improve the VR by up to 1 stop.

It's my speculation for now, but this is what most are expecting. Nothing less, especially for the price.

I'll be keeping my old 70-200 VR I, thank you.


EXCEPTIONAL AGILITY. CREATIVE COMMAND. - D300S Pro Perspectives

[goldfries]

I'm soooooo wanting that D300S.

I'll probably get a used 18-105VR + 80-200 f2.8, if not also I get the Tam 17-50 f2.8.

The 16-85 VR would be nice but i think damn costly la.

[Chai]

Originally Posted by goldfries

I'm soooooo wanting that D300S.

I'll probably get a used 18-105VR + 80-200 f2.8, if not also I get the Tam 17-50 f2.8.

The 16-85 VR would be nice but i think damn costly la.

16-85VR is a fine lens, but I don't think it's worth the money.

Why the switch to Nikon?

[goldfries]

haven't switch la. D300S is just so tempting with the 51 AF point + HD video.

from what i read, some people say better just get 18-200 VR or stick with 18-55 VR instead of the 16-85VR.

*cost wise, i'm better off with Canon at the moment......... unless suddenly a D300S fall on my lap. will let you guys know if it happens. *