Nikon rumors: Are you ready to try Nikon D3400?

Nikon rumors: Are you ready to try Nikon D3400?

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There is good news for fans of Nikon DSLR camera, although this is still a rumor. However, this rumor seems to be accounted for. The news is also good for the beginner photographer. Nikon will reportedly be launched Nikon D3400, to replace the D3300. It was reported that the launch of the D3400 is a response to the main competitor, the Canon, which Canon will introduce the Canon 1300D, also known as the EOS Rebel T6.

Whether Nikon will pursue the deadline, so it is not preceded by Canon, so they can take the momentum precisely as possible, so that it can beat the Canon with its new DSLR camera, the Nikon D3300.

Nikon D3300. Image: trendingdevice.com

Unfortunately, until now there is no information about the specifications of the Nikon D3400, but is not expected to be much different from his predecessor, D3300. However, Nikon D3400 will be available with F lens mount unless D3400 goes mirrorless. According to trendingdevice.com the D3400 will continue to be 24.3 MP. This sensor is the best option available in the market right now.

If the you are not fanatical about the latest models, then you can choose the Nikon D3300, and you can observe the interesting specifications of this camera, as mentioned below:

• 24.2 MP DX format (APS-C) sensor
• EXPEED 4 processor
• 11 AF points with 3D tracking
• Fixed 3.0 "921k-dot LCD
• 1080 / 60p HD video
• 5 fps continuous shooting
• 700 shot battery life

The advantage that you get from the old model is a cheaper price, you can even get a lot of gifts such as memory cards, camera bags and other offers. This happens because there will be new models, which will replace the Nikon D3300. By selecting the previous generation, you can invest to buy more lenses, in addition to the kit lens. Thus you can be creative in the field of photography, so that one day you will be more confident when you choose a more professional cameras, like the Nikon D810A or Canon EOS 5D Mark IV.

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Canon EOS 80D vs Nikon D5500: special comparison for beginners before turning to a professional camera

Canon EOS 80D vs Nikon D5500: special comparison for beginners before turning to a professional camera

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As we know, Canon has unveiled the EOS 80D in February 2016. The 80D is the successor of the EOS 70D. Actually, it's more interesting when this latest Canon's compared to Nikon D7200. However, certainly also be interesting if the EOS 80D compared to the Nikon D5500. Let's see if there are similarities and differences that might affect your judgment before choosing one of them.

Apparently, the Canon EOS 80D and D5500 both have 24.0MP APS-C sensors. Other equations, which definitely favored by a new generation of photographers, they have a wireless connection, which lets you transfer photos to other devices quickly and easily. The 80D can use to create a video with a resolution of Full-HD, as well as the D5500 continues to support 1080 / 60p recording but now offers a 'Flat' Picture Control, roommates allows for easier color grading in post-production.

 

Nikon D5500. Image: digitaltrends.com

The D5500 is smaller than the 80D. Its body is 15mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Canon 80D. Perhaps the difference in size is not very important because both comfortable to use for a business trip or vacation. For novice photographers, both digital SLR camera is an ideal choice for the preparation, if you want to switch to use a full-frame camera or camera more professional in the future.

Canon 80D Key Specs:

24MP - APS-C CMOS Sensor

ISO 100 - 25600

Canon EF/EF-S Mount

3″ Fully Articulated Screen

Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder

7.0 fps continuous shooting

1920 x 1080 video resolution

730g. 139 x 105 x 79 mm

Weather Sealed Body

Replaced Canon EOS 70D

Built-in Wireless

Announcement Date: 2016-02-18

Nikon D5500 has faster processor than D5300, touch-enabled LCD, 'flat' picture control, Multi-CAM 4800DX 39-point autofocus system plus 2,016-pixel RGB metering sensor, used for 3D subject tracking in AF-C.  While the Canon EOS 80D as newer cameras, you will get a new 45-point AF module and updated Dual Pixel A, while the D5500 is only equipped with a 39-point autofocus system, sensitivity range of ISO 100 to 25.600 and 5 fps continuous shooting , but the EOS 80D has 7.0 fps continuous shooting and ISO 100-25600.

Nikon D5500 Key Specs:

24MP - APS-C CMOS Sensor

No Anti-aliasing (AA) filter

ISO 100 - 25600

Nikon F Mount

3.2″ Fully Articulated Screen

Optical (pentamirror) viewfinder

5.0 fps continuous shooting

1920 x 1080 video resolution

420g. 124 x 97 x 70 mm

Built-in Wireless

Announcement Date: 2015-01-06

Canon EOS 80D. Image: prophotosupply.com

Both of these cameras are in the same class, or can be regarded as a DSLR camera that can bridge the novice photographer to a higher level. Everything was very nice used both for making photographs or video. Nikon D5500 has a fast auto focus, updated excellent handling

Solid performance and great images. Meanwhile, Canon EOS 80D, unlike the 70D, which was only capable of recording 65 JPEGs and 16 raw files at 7fps, the 80D can manage 110 JPEGs and 25 raw files.

If you want to know more closely the 80D, you can read more in-depth the existing article on this blog. Indeed, the D5000 is a little older compared to the EOS 80D, but you will find some other advantages that can make the Nikon D5500 proud to have launched in 2015. Of course the enthusiast Canon or Nikon will defend their hero. Sony, Olympus, Pentax or Panasonic also have their own hero. Perhaps in the near future we need to compare, for example, Pentax or Nikon vs Canon vs Olympus. Do you have a suggestion?

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Nikon D500 with 153 AF points and 4K video plus Wi-Fi

Nikon D500 with 153 AF points and 4K video plus Wi-Fi

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Nikon fans will definitely be happy, because the Nikon D500 finally launched in March 2016. The D500 is a DX-format DSLR with pro-level features that gives photographers nimble handling, speed and extreme processing power in a compact and lightweight body. Nikon D500 has a 20.9-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor and powered with new EXPEED 5 image processing engine. The D500 has the ability to capture striking 4K UHD video at up to 30p (3840x2160), as well as Full HD (1080p) video at a variety of frame rates. This new camera also equipped with built-in Wifi and NFC.

Nikon D500 sample image: cameratimes.org

Canon also launched the EOS 80D in March 2016, so that the Nikon D500 will have direct competition from the 80D. Whether they can compete head to head? It will be interesting to be discussed or debated in photography forums on the Internet. By the way, let's look at some important aspects of the D500, so that we get more detailed information.

According to cameralabs.com the D500 is also the long-awaited successor to Nikon's previous high-end DX body, the D300s, launched a considerable six and a half years ago. The good news is Nikon D500 significantly improves every aspect of the D300s, and there is a lot of improvement, as desired by the owners of Nikon. The D500 features an enhanced level of robust build quality, offering the same amount of rugged weather sealing as the Nikon D810.

Nikon D500 key specs:

Effective pixels: 20.9 million.

10 FPS with AF and AE tracking — fastest Nikon DX camera ever.

79-frame buffer at these speeds, even in 14-bit uncompressed raw (with a fast enough card).

153 AF points that are rated down to LV -4 (full moonlight on sand).

Tilting Touch Screen

 ISOs to 51,200 as regular ISOs, expandable to ISO 1,638,400 as "HI +5."

4K video.

Can shoot stills during video.

"SnapBridge" Bluetooth scheme to get your images moved around automatically.

Wi-Fi and NFC.

Kenrockwell.com also mentioned that Nikon D500 has more AF points than ever before, but you can't select them all. You have only 55 selectable points, even if there are a claimed 153 AF points hidden somewhere. On the D500’s DX format sensor, the 153-point AF array fills the frame from side to side, letting users flawlessly track and lock-onto subjects from the edges of the viewfinder.

 

Nikon D500. Image: nikontransfer.com

If you already have a collection of Nikon lenses that still your store, then you will be pleased to have this new DSLR camera, because there is a focus motor in the D500, so it works with every AF lens made since 1986. Nikon D500 is fitted with the same AF system as the Nikon D5, the Multi-CAM 20K AF sensor module, with a separate dedicated processor for AF function.

I believe, among the enthusiast Nikon there must be very creative or make creative photographs. As with Nikon D810A, then Nikon do not forget to install Picture Control system. You can maximized this feature to create photo with this fantastic creative mode such as: Standard, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Flat; selected Picture Control can be modified. The live view AF system seems much faster and smoother than on past Nikon cameras, even in quite low light.

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Canon EOS 7 Mark II vs Nikon D500

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Nikon D810A ready to capture the beauty of total solar eclipse

Nikon D810A ready to capture the beauty of total solar eclipse

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If you want to capture the beauty of the night sky or total solar eclipse, Nikon D810A is a perfect choice to shoot this rare moment. Nikon claims the D810A suitable for astrophotography and making great video. 

Indonesia will be the "host" for a total solar eclipse or GMT (Gerhana Matahari Total), a very rare natural event on March 9, 2016. If you want to capture the solar eclipse, you will need a special equipment such as binoculars. However, if you are a photographer then you need a camera that has features and technologies been able to perpetuate the eclipse of the sun in a fast and accurate. You can watch later on a screen or printed in color perfectly. It seems you can choose Nikon 810A to use to capture the beauty of the eclipse of the sun or the stars in the night sky.

 

The total solar eclipse in Indonesia, in 2016. Image: bimakuru.com

Nikon D810A is designed exclusively for astrophotography. Nikon claims the D810A guarantees shooting great pictures in 36.3 megapixel with emissions in hydrogen-alpha wavelength. 

This camera also equipped with infrared cut filter (IR), the D810A is four times more sensitive to the spectral line H-alpha (wavelength of about 656 nm) compared to the D810. This particular DSLR is a powerful tool for photographers and captures the true colors of the Universe depth without the need to modify the camera.

If you choose the D810A as new companion to capture the beauty of night sky, you will enjoy a special functions that effective to solve some problems in astrophotography. In addition, the high ISO sensitivity of the camera and the excellent resolution ensure the recovery of all the details in bright colors. Nikon D810 A has 51-point TTL phase detection via Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX including 15 cross-type sensors; f/8 supported by 11 central sensors; Contrast detection AF in Live View mode.

The 810A is empowered with an FX-format CMOS sensor without optical low-pass filter, realizing superior definition and smooth tonal gradation. This great camera is equipped with the latest image-processing engine, EXPEED 4.  Nikon D810A use the standard ISO range of 200-12800 D810A is extendable up to ISO 51200 (equivalent). The reduction Nikon's 3D noise function ensures sharp images and well defined with high levels of ISO sensitivity.  

 

Nikon D810A. Image: pandadigit.sm

Nikon D810A also features Picture Control 2.0, which is very useful to make your photos more creative, because these features you can use to take complete control over contrast, brightness, sharpening, hue and saturation when shooting stills and video. The Uniform setting provides maximum freedom in post-production: preserves all details of the image and preserves the complete information about the pitch, both for the highlights and for shadows. The Clarity setting lets you precisely adjust contrast and differentiate fine structures.

Besides having the Picture Control 2.0, the D810A is also enriched with D-Movie multi-area. The D810A records Full HD movies (1080p) in FX and DX format at frame rates of 50p / 60p with levels of moiré and false color significantly reduced. The camera offers an HDMI output without compression, in addition to the acquisition of simultaneous high-resolution sequences in the camera or an external recorder.

 

Nikon D810A vs Canon EOS 5D Mark III vs Sony A7R. Image: nikonrumors.com

If you want to compare the D810A with another camera, then the closest competitor is the Canon 5D Mark III or Sony A7RII. Of course you still can compare with the Panasonic Lumix GH4, even with the Pentax K5 II. However, if you believe the Nikon claims that the D810A is a camera that can help you to capture the beauty of the universe such as a total solar eclipse, the beauty of the stars in the night sky, photographing the sunset, and the subject of the photos in low light conditions. Of course with the speed of autofocus on this camera, you can also use them to make pictures of action, landscape and portrait.

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Original Canon and Nikon lenses vs third-party lenses: myths and facts

Original Canon and Nikon lenses vs third-party lenses: myths and facts

By   5:16 PM   1 comment:

The photographers were not affected by the prices or models from Canon or Nikon DSLR camera, will argue that they are more concerned to invest their money on the lens, instead of prioritizing the camera body. Once they are confident with the choice of a DSLR camera, photography enthusiast then began to hunt an additional lens, instead of just relying on the default kit lens. They are trying to buy original Canon or Nikon lenses. They may not think to buy a third-party lens camera manufactured by Tamron, Sigma, Rokinon, Tokina or other brands.

There is also a growing myth that if you use the original lens, then you will get brilliant and sharp picture, even guaranteed to be accurate. Also believed that the original lens is much more expensive than lenses manufactured by third party companies such as Rokinon, Sigma, Samyang, Sigma, Tokina or Carl Zeiss lenses, and more. 

It turns out this myth is not always true, either on the accuracy and sharpness or brilliance of photographs that can be produced by a third-party lenses. If the disputed from the aspect of price, it turns out the original Canon or Nikon lenses could be cheaper than lenses made by Sigma or Tamron.

 

Tamron vs Canon vs Nikkor. Image: youtube.com

Tamron or Sigma has a long experience to make a good lens for Canon and Nikon DSLR. There are a lot of their production lenses that have better features than the original lens Nikon or Canon, for example, an image stabilizer technology, which is not found on certain types of lenses in Canon and Nikon lenses. Perhaps this is what makes third-party lens becomes more expensive for the same type than the original lens Canon or Nikon. However, you will enjoy the image stabilization, so that you believe yourself to shoot at certain conditions.

Third party lenses. Image: billfortney.com

When you choose a superzoom lens or telephoto lens, it turns out you can get a longer zoom range on a third-party lens, even more affordable price. 

You can get this information from the online shops specialized in selling lenses and cameras. So that you are more confident, you need to look at the official website of Sigma, Tamron or Tokina, so you get more accurate information. Who knew you could find another lens with attractive offers such as a macro lens, wide angle lens or fixed lens.

Therefore, you need to see the catalog or information on the Internet, before you decide to buy a new lens for your DSLR camera. If you insist on buying original lens for Canon or Nikon camera, then you can buy a used lens. You can get a used lens in stores trusted in your town, if you have not got the guts to buy online. There is a community of photographers who are willing to share information about the lens used, you can even buy a lens that you dream to one of the members of that community.

Tokina, Tamron or Sigma? Image: keepsnap.com

Another way to get the original lens is to trade with your own lens. You can also buy original lens Nikon or Canon to pay in installments, of course with a credit card or other finance companies. If you have a steady income as an employee or have income from your online business, then you can realize your dream to get a telephoto lens or fixed lens. Make sure that you are wise you will not bother to pay off your credit card.

 

                                                                          Rokinon lens. Image: nofilmschool.com

My simple advice is, make sure beforehand about the type and model of the lens you need, not because it is affected by your friends or stuck on the original lens Canon or Nikon. Consider also the opinions or reviews of the camera lens in a leading photography magazine photographers or forum on the Internet. Hopefully this article can help you to get the best lenses for your photography activities. Because sharing is beautiful, please share this information with friends or family who have the same hobby with you, so that everyone can become a great photographer like you.

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Nikon D5 vs Canon EOS 1DX Mark II a new comparison

Nikon D5 vs Canon EOS 1DX Mark II a new comparison

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Canon and Nikon have always had a camera models to be compared to each other, head to head. Similarly, in this high-end models, Nikon D5 vs. Canon EOS 1-DX Mark II. At first glance, you will be blown away when you see and hold both cameras. They have nearly identical sensor, 20.8 on D5 and 20.2 megapixels on the EOS-1 DX Mark II. Let's see other differences that may affect your decision before choosing one of them.

Nikon D5 key specs:

20.8MP FX-Format CMOS Sensor

4K UHD Video Recording at 30 fps

Multi-CAM 20K 153-Point AF System

EXPEED 5 Image Processor

3.2" 2.36m-Dot Touchscreen LCD Monitor

Native ISO 102400, Extend to ISO 3280000

12 fps Shooting for 200 Shots with AE/AF

180k-Pixel RGB Sensor and Group Area AF

14-Bit Raw Files and 12-Bit Raw S Format

 

Canon EOS 1DX Mark II. Image: bokeh.digitalrev.com

Just as the Nikon D5, Canon EOS-1DX Mark II is the company's latest pro-level DSLR. Canon 1DX Mark II AF is equipped with  61-point AF system, expanded range, 41-point cross-type. The main competitor the D5 features 153 AF Points – 99 Cross Type points that covers a very large part of the screen and easily grabs AF on still or moving subject.

If you are a rabid fan touch screen like the one on your smartphone, then you will be glad that Nikon D5 and Canon 1DX Mark II camera now comes with touch display unit, however the D5 display features Compared to Canon's higher-resolution display unit.

Canon EOS 1DX Mark II key specs:

Approx. 20.2 megapixels

Dual Pixel CMOS AF & Movie Servo AF for high speed

Image Processor: Dual "DIGIC 6+"

AF Points at f/8 61 point / 21 cross-type (all individually selectable)

ISO Sensitivity: Auto 100 - 51200 Expanded to Lo: 50, H3: 409600

Metering Sensor: Approx. 360,000 pixel RGB+IR sensor (Dedicated DIGIC 6 processor)

Continuous Shooting: Max. approx. 14fps with full AF / AE Max. approx. 16fps in Live View mode

EOS Movies DCI 4K up to 50/60p (max. 29min. 59sec.)

AF in Movies Dual Pixel CMOS AF with touch panel LCD

According to thenewcamera.com Canon 1DX Mark II features Dual-pixel CMOS AF sensor that quickly lock-down AF while you are using your DSLR display screen while shooting or recording a 4K video. Meanwhile, the Nikon D5 built-with traditional CMOS sensor so while you are using display for shooting still or recording a video contrast based AF system get’s activated resulting slower AF compared to its competitor.

 

Nikon D5 vs Canon EOS 1DX Mark II. Image: photographylife.com

The 1DX Mark II offers a native sensitivity range of ISO 100 to 51,200, which is 1 stop less than the D5’s. The ephotozine.com also mentioned that the ISO speed on the 1DX Mark II has been improved, with this now extendable to ISO409,600 at the highest ISO setting (an improvement over ISO204,800 on the 1D X), and ISO50 at the lowest ISO setting. The D5 can extend it's ISO range down to ISO50 at the lowest setting, but can also extend the ISO setting to a massive ISO3,280,000 at the highest setting.

If you compare the D5 with EOS 1DX Mark II aspects of video, then you will not bother because they have the ability to record video in 4K. However, Canon reports up to 60 fps in 4K and the Nikon reports 30 frames. Thenewcamera.com also mentioned that Nikon does have better AF module than Canon, Canon have better hybrid AF sensor compared to the D5. AF sensor is utilized while shooting the viewfinder and Hybrid CMOS AF sensor is unitized while you are using display for shooting still or video. Although there is little difference, both visa rely on to make a movie or a video clip in a sharp and bright color.

As a full-frame camera, the EOS 1DX Mark II and the D5 are great cameras. Nikon lovers, as well as Canon's the enthusiast of would definitely like to have it. On paper, Nikon D5 and Canon EOS 1DX  Mark II are very qualified to be used to create still pictures and video in 4K resolution. If you are not a fanatical fan of Canon or Nikon, then you only need to compare in terms of price and beauty or design. Or you need to look at the debate in the forum on the Internet camera, reading reviews about them on the Internet or renowned photography magazine.

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Canon vs Nikon: fact and myths

Canon vs Nikon: fact and myths

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When a novice photographer will choose his first DSLR camera, then there is a sense of confusion, whether to choose Nikon or Canon? There is a wide range of information already received the new photographer from other photographers about the differences Canon and Nikon cameras. As it turned out, the information is not all based on facts, but some of the myths that could ultimately affect the photographer before taking a decision. I also had an experience that is almost the same.

But I was lucky because I also have a Nikon and Canon cameras, even before the two renowned companies have launched their digital cameras. I really enjoyed using analog SLR cameras, both Canon and Nikon. I saw the pictures produced by both cameras, both when I use to make a portrait, landscape photography, macro photos and action shots.

Sexy girl with Nikon DSLR. Image: pinterest.com

I was satisfied with analog SLR cameras, both Nikon and Canon. Similarly, when I use their DSLR series. According to my friends, when judging the beauty of a photograph is often due to the subjective assessment. Of course, the jury can examine the photos and provide technical assessment according to the science of photography, say scientifically.

There are some myths that may affect you when buying a DSLR camera, is it better to choose a Canon or Nikon? Canon DSLR rumored that if the only suitable for use to make pictures in the studio such as portraits, pre-wedding photo, photographing the models, so the Canon cameras are not so suitable when used outdoors. Nikon also very nice reportedly used for making photographs of landscapes, photographing evidence of criminal events in the scene (CSI). Nikon DSLR is also widely used by the photojournalist.

Nikon sample image. Image: imaging.nikon.com

However, if you watch a football match, racing F1 or Moto GP, and other action sports, you will also see the sports journalists, both of which carry the Canon and Nikon cameras. 

You will also be fascinated by their appearance with a variety of zoom lens or telephoto lens in white or black. The budding photographer must have envied the action of the photojournalist in the sports field.

At the press conference held by politicians or celebrities, you also witnessed a similar scene, where the gossip reporters or other journalists who photographed the press conference with the various versions of professional cameras manufactured by Nikon or Canon. However, it is not always a professional camera or a full-frame camera that you see, was among the reporters, some are using entry-level DSLR cameras, both Canon and Nikon. Perhaps the news agency they have not had the funds to buy them a high-end camera. However, once again the price of the camera is not the main factor to create brilliant photographs. The man behind the camera, that's what counts in the world of photography.

Canon sample image. Image: Putu Agung Wija Putera

If we go back to the myth of the Canon cameras are better used indoors, the fact is that in various photo contests, it was the champion who won the photo contest are those who use digital SLR cameras manufactured by Canon. 

The subjects of their photos include street photography, landscapes, action shots, and of course the portrait of a human or animal. Similarly, the myth of Nikon were definitely very good for landscape photos or outer space, there are many pre-wedding photographs, shooting in the photo studio and other events, was very much the use of DSLR cameras manufactured by Nikon. At various championships or photo competition, you will also watch superb pictures produced from Nikon cameras.

Sexy girl with Canon DSLR. Image: pinterest.com

With the rapid advancement of technology in the world of photography, all the myths that can be refuted by the experience and expertise of the photographer. Additionally, you can fix a photo re-touch or use special software for photo editing, you can even maximize the in-camera editing, without having to use a computer with software that is expensive.

There are a lot of facts and myths about Nikon and Canon, but you are the main controllers of your camera. Make sure you master your camera by always practicing, hunting photos to new places anywhere, discussions with professional photographers in the photography forum, such as online forums on the Internet or join the photography club. You can certainly find a special club or clubs Canon or Nikon camera brand that does not differentiate you. Sign up on photo contest local, national or international is also the best opportunity to eliminate shadows of myths have you heard lately.

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Nikon cameras: the history

Nikon cameras: the history

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Nikon has a long history in the world of photography. From the legendary of the Nikon F up to digital SLR cameras. Although it gets tight competition for example from Canon, Nikon will still bring a camera with a high quality for various segments. 

According to en.wikipedia.org, Kabushiki-gaisha Nikon, also known just as Nikon is a Japanese multinational corporation headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in optics and imaging products such as cameras, ophthalmic lenses, measurement instruments, camera lens, etc. Nikon's main competitors in camera and lens manufacturing include Sony, Fujifilm, Lumix, Pentax, Olympus, and ofcourse Canon. 

Nikon F, the legend. Image: nicovandijk.ne

Nikon was founded on July 25, 1917 under the name Nihon Kogaku Kogyo Kabushikigaisha or Japan Optical Industries Co., Ltd., and eventually renamed Nikon Corporation in 1988, and is one of the subsidiaries of Mitsubishi. With a very long experience, Nikon is one of the leading cameras and lenses in the world. 

Many professional photographers and amateur photography activity entrust them to Nikon, as well as journalists and investigators at a police station, and other parties that require a lens or camera for certain activities. 

                   Photographer Russell Price (played by Nick Nolte) used Nikon F2 in “Under Fire” (1983). Image: petapixel.com

Nikon F is the first digital SLR cameras manufactured by Nikon in 1959, and is very popular because it is produced until 1973. Perhaps you've seen the Nikon F in Hollywood movies. After that Nikon launched Nikon F2. Aspects of its design remain in all of Nikon's subsequent SLR cameras, through the current Nikon F6 film and Nikon D4 digital models (which still share its Nikon F-mount for lenses). 

Nikon DSLR line-up. Image: technophileshub.com

Nikon F is the first digital SLR cameras manufactured by Nikon in 1959, and is very popular because it is produced until 1973. Perhaps you've seen the Nikon F in Hollywood movies. 

After that Nikon launched Nikon F2. There is an interesting story about the letter F on the name of this famous camera, in which Nippon Kogaku select "F" because the Japanese are too difficult to pronounce the letter R, as an abbreviation of Reflex. Use of F is long enough tradition of Nikon's camera upscale, until the introduction of he Nikon D1 (digital) cameras decades later. 

Nikon F series is very successful and very popular almost all over the world, and is famous for being used to cover the war in Vietnam by war correspondents. Nikon is also believed by the US space agency, NASA to make cameras and lenses used in space. If you want to have a classic camera such as the Nikon F, you can get them at antique stores that specialize in selling old cameras.

Nikon CoolPix. Image: gizmag.com

You can feel how an analog camera, you will definitely get a different experience because you are using celluloid film. Try to hear the sound of the shutter button on the camera such as the Nikon F antiques, then you learn to develop the film in the darkroom. 

You will feel different sensations when you see print photos from an analog camera. If you are serious about photography from an older era, you can join a special club pursue photography analog camera (film). Look at the forum of photography or cameras on the Internet, and enjoy a unique experience with the other members. 

In the digital era, Nikon still exist despite having to compete with other brands, particularly Canon, and also must contend with a variety of smartphones equipped with a camera, even with two cameras, front and rear (main camera). However, if you are a true photographic enthusiast, you would have been more satisfied if using an SLR camera or a DSLR.

Nikon mirrorless series. Image: lazytechguys.com

Nikon DSLR cameras have a wide variety of entry-level class, the middle class to full-frame camera or high-end cameras. Nikon also manufactures compact digital camera is often called a pocket camera, there is even a bridge camera known as prosumer cameras. 

The target of this prosumer cameras are those who want to feel the sensation of a SLR camera with affordable prices, for example Nikon CoolPix series. Prosumer or bridge camera usually equipped superzoom lens or megazoom. In addition, Nikon also serious to satisfy the lovers of photography with mirrorless cameras, also known as the interchangeable lens camera such as the Nikon 1 J series. 

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1.  A brief history of Canon in the midst of fierce competition in the field of photography

2.  Canon vs Nikon: fact and myths

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Canon EOS 7D Mark II vs Nikon D500

Canon EOS 7D Mark II vs Nikon D500

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It is true, Canon vs. Nikon is always exciting to be debated, as well as Nikon D500 vs Canon 7D Mark II. Both of them are photography enthusiast's dream camera. Let's see their differences, whether it will affect your decision?

Finally, Canon 7D Mark II gets serious contender or a direct competitor after Nikon launches D500. There are several factors that led to the 7D Mark II can compete with it head to head by Nikon D500. According to bokeh.digitalrev.com, the D500 has 0.7 More Megapixels than the 7D Mark II. You do the math: 20.9-megapixels of the D500 vs 20.2-megapixels of the 7D Mark II. Is this difference is very significant to be the main causes to choose one of these great cameras?

 

Canon EOS 7D Mark II vs Nikon D500. Image: digitalcameraworld.com

Perhaps we need to pay attention to the comparison made by dpreview.com:

Canon-Nikon

153 vs 65 af points

4k video vs 1080p video

Expeed 5 vs Digic 6

3.2 articulating vs 3.0 LCD size

$1999 vs $1499 (1799 msrp)

From the comparison performed by dpreview.com, perhaps the most interesting difference is the resolution of the video that you can enjoy when you make a movie or a video clip, where the Nikon D500 is enriched with 4K video, while the Canon 7D Mark II "only" 1080p. In my view, the resolution of which belongs to the 7D Mark II is already quite comfortable for viewing on HDTV.

 

Nikon D500 vs Canon 7D Mark II. Image: gizmag.com

Gizmag.com also noted there are interesting things from the 7D Mark II with the D500, that is, from the aspect autofocus. The Nikon D500 looks to have leaped ahead of the already impressively-speedy Canon 7D II when it comes to autofocus. It has 153 AF points (of which 99 are cross-type) compared to the 65 cross-type of the Canon.

Nikon D500 key specs:

• 20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor
• EXPEED 5 Image Processor
• 3.2″ 2,539k-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
• 4K UHD Video Recording at 30 fps
• 180k-Pixel RGB Sensor and Group Area AF
• In-Camera Time Lapse, Up to 9999 Frames
• Multi-CAM 20K 153-Point AF System
• Native ISO 51200, Extend to ISO 1640000
• 10 fps Shooting for Up to 200 Frames
• Built-In Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC

According to ephotozine.com these cameras are pretty evenly matched. The D500 boasts an ISO range of 100-51200, putting it on a par with the 7D II. The difference comes in the expandable ISO department. The D500 can be expanded to a whopping ISO 50-1,640,000, while the EOS 7D Mark II can only manage up to ISO 25,600 expanded.

Canon EOS 7D Mark II key specifications:

• 20MP Dual-Pixel AF CMOS Sensor
• 65 all cross-type autofocus sensor
• 150,000 RGB + IR pixel metering sensor
• Dual Digic 6 processors
• 10 fps continuous shooting with autofocus
• Enhanced environmental sealing
• Compact Flash (UDMA) and SD (UHS-I) slots
• USB 3.0
• Built-in GPS
• Larger-capacity LP-E6N battery
• Shutter speeds up to 1/8000th seconds
• Shutter rated to 200,000 cycles (vs 150,000 on 7D)

 If you need a sharing features such as WiFi, then you will choose the Nikon D500, because the D500 has built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth plus NFC support, whereas the 7D Mark II does not have such options. Where the 7D Mark II excels is built-in GPS, which the Nikon D500 obviously does not have.

If you look over and examine the key specifications of the two cameras, is it really going to affect you before making a decision? You have to visit a camera store in your town, and asked the store clerk to show the camera physically, so you can hold and feel real. However, you should know, the Nikon D500 is more expensive than the Canon EOS 7D Mark II.

In addition to price, perhaps the emotional aspects as a true fan of one of these famous brands that will make you take a credit card to buy one of them. By the way, Canon vs. Nikon is always interesting for discussion and debate among photographers around the world.

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