Nye Nikon-objektiver

Kristoffer Ryeng

Publisert 28. januar 2008

Nyhet

Nikon har ikke offisielt lansert disse objektivene ennå, men vi sitter likevel på pressemeldinger fra Nikon. Det er tre nye objektiver som er ventet, til vidt forskjellig bruk.

For folk flest, er det nok mest spenning rundt den nye AF-S DX 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, som vil gi et særdeles anvendelig brennviddeområde. Dette ventes å bli kit-objektiv til Nikon D300, noe som kan love godt med tanke på optisk kvalitet. Mange er nok litt skuffet over lysstyrken, og ville ønsket seg heller litt kortere brennviddeomfang for å få bedre lysstyrke. Likevel er det ikke overraskende at det er f/5.6 som er største blender, da dette objektivet er veldig naturlig å sammenlikne med den utgåtte Nikon AF-S 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6VR, som var for fullformat. Det har "selvfølgelig" SWM, ultrasonisk motor innebygget i kamerahuset, og vil dermed kunne være et reelt alternativ også for D40(x)-brukerne.

Oppdatert: Veiledende pris fra Nikon er satt til kr 4990,-. Det betyr nok at vi kan se markedspriser ned mot 4000 kr, hvilket ikke kan sies å være spesielt galt.

Det nye Micro Nikkor-objektivet vil omsider gi et noe rimeligere makro-alternativ for D40 og D40x-brukere, som da også vil få autofokus. Frem til nå har disse brukerne kun hatt den nokså kostbare Micro Nikkor 105mm f/2.8VR som originalt alternativ med autofokus. I tillegg til makrofotografering, vil det også bli en meget passende brennvidde til portretter. Det er rimelig å anta at den optiske kvaliteten er like god som dagens AF-D-variant, med andre ord meget god.

Oppdatert: Nikon har oppgitt veiledende pris på kr 5490,-, noe mer enn først antatt, men vi vil nok se lavere priser på dette objektivet også.

Det siste objektivet er ment for de mer avanserte fotografene, i særdeleshet dem som fotograferer mye arkitektur, landskap og i studio. Det er et 24mm f/3.5 Tilt/Shift-objektiv, som gir mulighet for perspektivkontroll.

Oppdatert: Prisen er stiv nok for dette objektivet, som er verdsatt til kr 16990,- av Nikon Norge. Hvorvidt dette objektivet vil bli tilgjengelig til lavere priser tør vi ikke spekulere i, men vi vil ikke utelukke det heller.

Nikon annonserte også at de vil komme med flere PC-objektiver (perspektivkontroll) i løpet av året, også en PC-E Micro Nikkor 45mm f/2.8D ED og PC-E Micro Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D ED står for tur. Disse ventes å komme på markedet i løpet av sommeren, priser er ukjente.

Nikon Europe announced the new AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens, featuring a wide zoom ratio of 5.3x. The lens is the first 16mm wide-angle lens to be equipped with Nikon’s exclusive VR II Vibration Reduction technology, which provides the ability to shoot at shutter speeds up to four stops slower than would otherwise be possible. Aimed at users of Nikon’s popular D80, D200 and D300 digital single lens reflex cameras (D-SLRs), the AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR features a 16mm wideangle for landscapes and interiors, through to 85mm telephoto that is ideal for portraits. Designed for both professionals and enthusiasts, the lens is suitable for travel and nature photography.

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm VR lens - Close focus distance
The AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm lens has a close focus distance of just 0.38m throughout the entire zoom range. The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is highly compact, measuring just 72 x 85mm and has a non-rotating 67mm attachment thread.

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor Wide Zoom lens - Wide angle & Close up photography
“With both wide angle and close-up capability, the 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR wide zoom lens is a great choice for interiors, weddings, portraits and more,” said Robert Cristina, Manager Professional Products and NPS, Nikon Europe B.V. “At just 485 grams, this advanced lens is compact and capable enough to be a photographer’s constant companion.”

AF-S DX 16-85mm Nikkor lens - Nikon Silent Wave Motor
The lens supports quick and whisper-quiet autofocus operation, thanks to its Nikon Silent Wave Motor. The VR II vibration reduction technology incorporated in the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR includes both Normal and Active modes, and ensures crisp, sharp results even in very low light conditions.

Nikon 16-85mm AFS DX Nikkor VR lens - Price & Availability
The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR follows in the successful formula of the popular Nikkor 24-120mm VR lens but weighs about 90g less. The exclusive Super ED glass and Nano Crystal Coat contribute to high-contrast, high-quality images with minimised ghosting and flare. Estimated pricing for the AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR is €599. The lens will also be offered as part of a kit with the Nikon D300 D-SLR in certain European markets.

Nikon Europe is pleased to announce the introduction of the new AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED lens for micro or close-up photography, featuring a closest focus distance of just 185mm. The lens design includes Nikon’s exclusive Nano Crystal Coat and ED glass elements for outstanding image quality with minimised ghosting, flare and chromatic aberration Compact and easy to handle, the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED features an internal focus (IF) design, and a non-rotating front element, to enable the use of accessories such as the SB-R1C1 Macro Speedlight Kit. Estimated retail price for the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED is €519.

Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm lens - Manual & Autofocus operation
The lens supports both manual and autofocus operation, with the silent-wave motor (AF-S) providing whisper-quiet autofocus operation that will leave animals and insects undisturbed when focussing at close range. Designed for use with Nikon’s advanced line of digital single lens reflex cameras, the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED makes an ideal alternative to the standard choice of a 50mm lens.

Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor lens - Close-up & Portrait photography
“The outstanding optical quality and silent performance of this lens make it ideal for both close-ups as well as portraits.” said Robert Cristina, Manager Professional Products and NPS, Nikon Europe B.V. “

Nikon 60mm AF-S Micro Nikkor lens - Two aspherical lens elements
The rounded nine-blade diaphragm opening makes out-of-focus background objects appear soft, natural-looking and unobtrusive, whilst the unique optical design incorporates two aspherical lens elements to minimize coma and spherical aberration effects.

Nikon AFS Micro 60mm Nikkor f/2.8G ED lens - Price
Photographers will also enjoy the light and compact dimensions of the Nikon AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED and extended aperture range from f/2.8 to f/32. The AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED measures just 73 x 89mm and weighs 425 grams. A soft case is included with the lens. Estimated pricing for the AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED is €519.

Nikon Europe announced the PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5D ED, a 24mm wide-angle tilt/shift lens for studio, architecture and landscape photography. Tilt/shift lenses incorporate the ability to move the internal optical elements to produce an effect called perspective control (PC). The PC-E Nikkor 24mm lens offers a tilt/shift capability range that leads its class, tilting up to +/-8.5º and shifting +/-11.5mm. The lens can be rotated a full 90° degrees left or right with convenient clicks-stops at 30° intervals. For precise manual focussing, the lens features compatibility with the electronic rangefinders in all Nikon SLRs, and offers auto-aperture control with the Nikon D3 / D300 cameras.

Nikon PC-E Nikkor 24mm ED lens - Perspective Control
Perspective control (PC) reduces distortion caused by the angle of camera relative to the subject, and is useful in architectural photography where the effect of converging vertical angles can be avoided. The perspective control offered by the Nikon PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5D ED is also invaluable in studio work where extreme depth of field effects can be achieved.

Nikon PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5D ED tilt / shift lens
“The very first 35mm tilt / shift lens was pioneered by Nikon in 1961 and the incredible image quality and class-leading levels of movement offered by the Nikon PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5D ED tilt/shift lens demonstrates the Nikkor heritage of innovation and optical quality,” said Robert Cristina, Manager Professional Products and NPS, Nikon Europe B.V. “

Nikon 24mm PC-E Nikkor lens - Easy to use controls
The lens offers photographers comprehensive control over all features with easy to use controls that include an aperture ring, aperture stop-down button, focusing ring, shift knob and tilt knob. The use of Nikon’s Nano Crystal Coat, 3-element ED glass lens and aspherical elements combine to produce a lens that offers outstanding optical quality, with minimised ghosting, flare and chromatic aberration.

Nikon PC-E 24mm Nikkor lens - Price & Availability
The PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5D ED has a maximum aperture of f/3.5 and a minimum aperture of f/32 and a closest focus distance of a mere 0.21 meters. The lens has extensive sealing against dust and moisture, and weighs 730 grams. The filter/attachment size is 77mm. Estimated pricing for the Nikon PC-E Nikkor 24mm f/3.5D ED is €1829 and it is expected to go on sale this spring. A bayonet hood and soft case are included.

Nikon PC-Nikkor lenses - Availability
Nikon simultaneously announced two further PC-Nikkors that are now in the final stages of development, adding Nikon PC-E Micro Nikkor 45mm f/2.8D ED and a PC-E Micro Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D ED to the range of tilt/shift lenses. These new lenses are planned for availability in the summer 2008.