Nikon Z9 Sensor Test (DxOMark): 98 Points!

DxOMark tested the sensor of the newly announced Nikon Z9 (Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama).  This new Nikon Z9 sensor achieved an excellent high score of 98 points. In their rankings, this places the new Nikon flagship in joint 9th position for all sensor sizes, including medium format.

Continue reading “Nikon Z9 Sensor Test (DxOMark): 98 Points!”

Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM Lens: the Best Selling in the Second Half of March 2022 (CAPA)

CAPA WEB posted the best selling lens in the secpnd half of March 2022.  Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 IS USM (Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama) wins the top 1 position, followed by Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens (Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama). Continue reading “Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM Lens: the Best Selling in the Second Half of March 2022 (CAPA)”

Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 VR S Lens Officially Announced, Priced $6,496.95, Available for Pre-Order

Nikon has just officially announced the new Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 VR S lens. It is a super-telephoto prime distinguished by the unique combination of one of the longest focal lengths available in a surprisingly portable package. This distinct design is made possible by the inclusion of a Phase Fresnel element, which cuts the overall weight by 50% and the length by 16% compared to the former F-mount 800mm f/5.6 lens. The lens’ image stabilization is CIPA-rated for up to 5 stops and up to 5.5 stops when used with the Synchro VR on Nikon’s Z9 camera.

This new lens costs $6,496.95, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama. Continue reading “Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 VR S Lens Officially Announced, Priced $6,496.95, Available for Pre-Order”

OM-1:The Best Micro Four Thirds Camera Ever Made (Petapixel)

Petapixel tested the newly released OM-1 camera and concluded: it is the best MFT camera ever made:

It should absolutely be considered by any serious wildlife or sports shooters or anyone else seeking a small, affordable, powerhouse package. Getting this kind of performance in another camera would cost you over twice as much, and your lenses would be at least two to three times the size and weight for equivalent focal lengths.

Continue reading “OM-1:The Best Micro Four Thirds Camera Ever Made (Petapixel)”

Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm F6.3 VR S Lens to Cost $6,000, 2.3Kg?

Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm F6.3 VR S Lens is scheduled to be officially announced on April 4-6, 2022. Now, according to the latest rumors from NR, this new lens will cost around $6,000!

The lens is now listed at B&H . Continue reading “Nikon NIKKOR Z 800mm F6.3 VR S Lens to Cost $6,000, 2.3Kg?”