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30 May 2017
Nikon has announced three new wide-angle Nikkor lenses: a 10-20mm zoom, 8-15mm zoom and 28mm f1.4 prime.
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New Nikkors. 10-20mm, 8-15mm, 28mm.
Both the AF-S Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm f3.5-4.5E ED and AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED are the latest additions to the Gold Ring Series of Nikkor lenses, a mark identifying Nikon's premium lens offerings.
"Nikon continues to push the limits of optical excellence, while making new perspectives more attainable than ever before with our latest wide-angle Nikkor offerings," said Kosuke Kawaura, Nikon director of marketing and planning. "Whether a photographer is a novice learning the art of landscapes, an enthusiastic video creator or a working professional shooter, Nikon now makes the wide-angle perspective achievable for everyone."
Following is a brief description plus full specifications for each lens. Images are not scale.
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10-20MM ZOOM
The DX-format AF-P DX Nikkor 10-20mm f4.5-5.6-GB VR features 3.5 stops of Vibration Reduction technology.
Pulse Moto technology provides quiet autofocus, particularly important with video.
And the optical formula contains three aspherical elements for minimal distortion at the widest focal length.
10-200mm LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Nikon F Focal Length 10mm to 20mm Aperture Maximum: f4.5 to 5.6
Minimum: f29
7 diaphragm bladesAngle of View 109° to 70° Minimum Focus 8.66 inches Magnification 0.17x Optical Design 14 elements in 11 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization Yes Filter Thread 72m Dimensions 3.03 x 2.87 inches Weight 8.11 oz. ![]()
8-15MM FISHEYE ZOOM
The new AF-S Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm f3.5-4.5E ED is constructed of lightweight magnesium alloy with internal focusing and uses an electromagnetic diaphragm for consistent exposure during high speed shooting.
It has three ED elements to reduce chromatic aberration, while two aspherical lens elements minimize coma.
In addition, the front lens element is coated with Nikon's non-stick Fluorine coat.
8-15mm LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Nikon F Focal Length 8mm to 15mm Aperture Maximum: f3.5 to 4.5
Minimum: f29
7 diaphragm bladesAngle of View 180° to 175° Minimum Focus 6.30 inches Magnification 0.34x Optical Design 15 elements in 13 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization No Filter Thread None Dimensions 3.05 x 3.27 inches Weight 1.07 lb.
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28MM PRIME
The new AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED is constructed of lightweight magnesium alloy and features dust and water drop resistant sealing combined with a fluorine coating.
The optical construction consists of 14 elements in 11 groups, with three aspherical elements to eliminate coma, aberration and distortion, with two ED glass elements that minimize chromatic aberration.
The lens also uses Nikon's Nano Crystal coat to reduce instances of ghosting and flare.
28mm LENS SPECIFICATIONS Mount Nikon F Focal Length 28mm Aperture Maximum: f1.4
Minimum: f16
9 diaphragm bladesAngle of View 75° Minimum Focus 11.02 inches Magnification 0.17x Optical Design 14 elements in 11 groups Autofocus Yes Image Stabilization No Filter Thread 77mm Dimensions 3.27 x 3.96 inches Weight 1.42 lb. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
The AF-S Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm f3.5-4.5E ED will be available immediately for $1,249.95. The AF-P DX Nikkor 10-20mm f4.5-5.6-GB VR and AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED will be available in late June for $309.95 and $1,999.95, respectively.
Adorama is now accepting preorders for the 10-20mm, 8-15mm and 28mm lenses. B&H is also now accepting preorders for 10-20mm, 8-15mm and 28mm lenses.
For more information see the news release below.
Nikon Announces Three New Wide-Angle Nikkor Lenses
AF-P DX Nikkor 10-20mm f4.5-5.6-GB VR -- Compact Ultra-Wide-Angle Perspective DX-format Zoom Lens
AF-S Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm f3.5-4.5E ED -- Circular Fisheye Zoom for the Ultimate in Versatility and a Unique Perspective
AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED -- Outstanding Definition and High Resolution Wide-Angle Prime Lens
MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Nikon has announced three exciting new wide-angle Nikkor lenses to give a diverse array of users' brilliant image quality and maximum versatility whether shooting vast landscapes, architecture, interiors, events and many other wide-angle applications. The new ultra-wide zoom and lightweight DX-format AF-P DX Nikkor 10-20mm f4.5-5.6-GB VR is an excellent value for budding shutterbugs and novice shooters looking to explore a wide-angle point of view, while the new AF-S Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm f3.5-4.5E ED is an FX-format circular fisheye zoom lens for photographers and content creators who desire a truly unique perspective. Lastly, the new AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED is a superior prime lens that provides professional and advanced photographers the ultimate in wide-angle image quality. Both the AF-S Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm f3.5-4.5E ED and AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED are the latest additions to the Gold Ring Series of Nikkor lenses, a mark identifying Nikon's premium lens offerings.
"Nikon continues to push the limits of optical excellence, while making new perspectives more attainable than ever before with our latest wide-angle Nikkor offerings," said Kosuke Kawaura, Director of Marketing and Planning, Nikon Inc. "Whether a photographer is a novice learning the art of landscapes, an enthusiastic video creator or a working professional shooter, Nikon now makes the wide-angle perspective achievable for everyone."
The AF-P DX Nikkor 10-20mm f4.5-5.6-GB VR -- Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens That's Compact and Portable
The new Nikkor 10-20mm is an ultra-wide-angle DX-format zoom lens that opens new perspectives and possibilities for those new to photography and is ideal for shooting travel and scenery, real estate, large group portraits or vlogging. This new lens combines superior image quality and an attainable price to give consumers wide-angle versatility with a lens that's remarkably compact and lightweight.
Like all Nikkor lenses, the new AF-P DX Nikkor 10-20mm f4.5-5.6-GB VR provides advanced optical technologies for stellar image quality in any light, whether shooting a sun-drenched coastal vista, tight spaces or the night sky. The lens features the equivalent of 3.5 stops of Vibration Reduction performance, to help capture sharp images while handheld or in challenging light. Additionally, it utilizes Nikon's Pulse Motor technology for super-fast and whisper quiet AF operation which is especially useful when recording video. The optical formula contains three aspherical elements for excellent image quality with minimal distortion even at the widest focal length.
This is a versatile lens that not only excels at shooting expansive horizons, but also offers a remarkably close working distance that's useful for images or showing up-close details when making product-related videos or how-to content. To get closer to capture small objects with big details, the lens has a close minimum focusing distance of only 8.6 inches (0.22 meters), bringing small objects to life in glorious size.
AF-S Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm f3.5-4.5E ED -- Circular Fisheye for Photographers and Content Creators
Nikon's first fisheye zoom gives photographers and filmmakers an FX-format lens with the look and feel of a circular fisheye and the versatility of a full-frame fisheye, all in one lens. The new lens design provides a creative circular 180-degree vertical/horizontal angle of view on full frame cameras and zooms to a non-circular fisheye view (180-degree diagonal angle of view) on the long end of the focal range. The lens can also be used on DX-format cameras for a distinctive point-of-view and extreme wide-angle applications. When looking to push creative boundaries, the intriguing perspective from a fisheye lens should be considered to provide a distinct look to your photos and videos, such as a dramatic emphasis on a subject or an extremely wide interior point of view.
The AF-S Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm f3.5-4.5E ED is also the latest in Nikon's Gold Ring Series of premier lenses and features a next-generation design for high-resolution Nikon dSLR cameras. Made for advanced photographers and creators, this durable lens is constructed of lightweight magnesium alloy and employs internal focusing to retain its compact size, even while focusing. It is also Nikon's latest lens to use an electromagnetic diaphragm for consistent exposure during high speed shooting or smooth exposure control while capturing video.
The optical formula of the Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm consists of three ED elements to reduce chromatic aberration, while two aspherical lens elements minimize coma, even at the widest aperture and enable a more compact lens size. Additionally, the front lens element is coated with Nikon's non-stick Fluorine coat to help resist dirt, fingerprints and smudges, while Nikon's exclusive Nano Crystal Coat helps reduce ghost and flare.
AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED -- The Latest in The Gold Ring Series of f1.4 Primes in the Nikkor Line
The new AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED is Gold Ring glass that provides maximum versatility for outstanding definition and sharpness regardless of shooting scenario. With a fast f1.4 maximum aperture and nine blade rounded diaphragm, it affords a shallow depth of field with gorgeous bokeh and stellar low light performance, making it a great choice for shooting low light landscapes, interiors and events.
The superbly balanced and solid body is composed of lightweight magnesium alloy and features dust and water drop resistant sealing to withstand the elements, combined with a fluorine coating to resist dirt and smudges. The optical construction of the lens is engineered for the best possible wide-angle image quality. It consists of 14 elements in 11 groups, with three aspherical elements that virtually eliminate coma, aberration and distortion, with two ED glass elements that minimize chromatic aberration. The lens also uses Nikon's Nano Crystal coat to reduce instances of ghosting and flare.
The new AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED is a welcome addition to Nikon's stable of impressive f1.4 primes that give professional photographers and creators the highest levels of image quality and performance, which also include; The AF-S 24mm f1.4-GB ED, AF-S Nikkor 35mm f1.4-GB, AF-S Nikkor 58mm f1.4-GB, AF-S Nikkor 85mm f1.4-GB and AF-S Nikkor 105mm f1.4E ED.
Price and Availability
The AF-S Fisheye Nikkor 8-15mm f3.5-4.5E ED will be available immediately for a suggested retail price of $1249.95. The AF-P DX Nikkor 10-20mm f4.5-5.6-GB VR and AF-S Nikkor 28mm f1.4E ED will be available in late June for a suggested retail price, $309.95 and $1999.95, respectively. For more information on these Nikkor lenses as well as the latest Nikon products, visit http://www.nikonusa.com.