Nov 25
Nikon released a firmware update for the new SB-900 Speedlight. You know you have a high tech flash on your hands when you can update its firmware like a computer. Here is the link to Nikon’s SB-900 Firmware update v5.0.2:
Jul 26
I’ve been playing and shooting with the new Nikon D700 FX full frame sensor DSLR and SB-900 Speedlight today. This full frame sensor is amazing! I finally can use all my AF-S f/2.8 glass as it was intended without the crop factor. I love the fact that the D300 and D700 share the same MB-D10 Multi Power Battery Pack/Vertical Grip. This is very useful if you have a D300 as a spare body as I do. The MB-D10 makes the body feel more sold and better in your hand. Similar to the feel of a D3 but does add weight. This gives both the D300 and D700 up to 8 fps (frames per second) when using rechargeable AA batteries (NiMH).
Since the D700 has a larger view finder, the top facing LCD is about 25% smaller than the D300. But it doesn’t matter as the LCD on the back now shows even more information and quick access menu icons. I also notice that the shutter release is quicker and stronger sounding. More so than the D300. Its similar to the sound of the Nikon F5 film body.
The SB-900 is massive. Much bigger than the SB-800 but then again, its doing so much more also. Build quality is top notch. Great carrying case also. Stay tuned for more. So far I am very happy with this new body and more info will come as soon as I shoot more photos with it.
Jun 30
This evening, Nikon released the anticipated FX full frame sensor DSLR, the D700. Its basically a lighter version of the D3 workhorse. They also released two PC-E Micro lenses and the SB-900 AF Speedlight. You can see the details of the release at the Cadco Photography site.
