Following in the footsteps of our multi-sample review of the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4, we have conducted the same tests on the Nikon 50mm f/1.4G AF-S. Again, we’ve partnered with LensRentals.com to test *5* different samples of the lens. Click here to read our multi-sample review of the Nikon 50mm f/1.4G AF-S.
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The French magazine Chasseur d’Image (in English) reports that Nikon will start giving Capture NX for free with every Nikon D700 purchase (my guess is that this combo will be valid only in France):
“In contrast, the D700 will soon be rewarded with a very attractive bundle, including Capture NX, which thereby becomes free time promotion.
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First I have to mention that covering the camera name/logo/model with black tape is nothing new and many photographers have been doing it for a while. Having said that, here are some reports on taped-up Nikon gear from the past week – maybe someone will spot a difference from the existing models (I couldn’t):
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