Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM Lens Release Date, Price, Specs, Where to Buy

Sigma APO Macro 180mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM lens is an image stabilized telephoto macro lens. The company claim it is the first 180mm macro to combine 1:1 reproduction with an F2.8 maximum aperture. It offers a closest focusing distance of 47cm (18.5 inches) and includes the company’s optical stabilization and ‘FLD’ fluorite-like glass elements. An internal focus design and ring-type HSM focus motor allow full-time manual focus override. This telephoto macro lens is compatible with most manufacturers, including Sigma, Canon, Sony, Nikon, Olympus, Panasonic and Pentax.

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Nikon 800mm f/5.6 Super Telephoto lens announced


As previously rumored, Nikon Japan announced the new super-telephoto 800mm, fixed focal length lens to the lineup of NIKKOR lenses. This lens will offer a fixed focal length of 800 mm, a maximum aperture of f/5.6, and will be fully compatible with Nikon FX-format cameras. This lens is scheduled to be on display at Photokina 2012 this September. Continue reading “Nikon 800mm f/5.6 Super Telephoto lens announced”

Nikon D800, D800E and D4 In Stock situation improved at Amazon.com

Amazon.com now have Nikon D800, Nikon D800E and D4 in stock, and will available for shipping within 3 to 5 weeks or 1 to 2 months.

Nikon D800 shipping within 3 to 5 weeks

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Leica S3 coming in Photokina

Leica is rumored to announce the S2 replacement at Photokina, and it should be Leica S3. The new S3 is expected to also have a 37.5MP sensor but with improved characteristics. In the upcoming weeks/months the price of the S2 is expected to drop. Some rumors point to Continue reading “Leica S3 coming in Photokina”