New Nikon Lens

Today, Nikon announced the release of their new AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G lens. The lens features a maximum aperture of f/1.8, and is compatible with Nikon FX-format digital-SLR cameras.

The AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G offers blur characteristics and three-dimensional rendering capabilities possible only with a fixed focal length (prime) lens. The f/1.8 maximum aperture allows for excellent image quality even with shooting in dimly lit indoor settings.

It also has a built-in Silent Wave Motor (SWM), which allows for extremely quiet autofocus operation. The built-in SWM also means that you can shoot on autofocus when the lens is used with cameras such as the D5100 and D3100, which are not equipped with an autofocus drive motor.

 You can check out Nikon's site to read the full release and check out some more of its specifications.

New Nikon D5100

Nikon recently announce their newest camera, the Nikon D5100. The D5100 features an AF-S 18-55mm VR lens, and a 16.2 megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor. It can also shoot continuously at 4 fps, and shoot video in full 1080p, with full time autofocus. It also features a 3.0" swivel LCD screen.

The D5100 is expected to be available sometime mid April. For now, you can check out more information at Nikon's website.

Canon Speedlight 320EX

Canon recently released a new Speedlight flash, which will be available at dealers sometime this month.

The Canon 320EX features an LED light on the front, which can be used to illuminate nearby subjects in dim light. The light can be used for video recording, as a modeling light, or as an AF assist beam during Live View shooting.

When used with EOS DSLR cameras that have integrated Speedlite transmitters, the Speedlite 320EX is able to be used as a wireless slave unit. The 320EX also features a flash release function allowing for wireless flash shooting.

The 320EX allows you to manually change the flash coverage from 24mm to 50mm by extending or retracting the flash head. It also offers a guide number of 32m at ISO 100.

The Speedlite 320EX is also the first to feature a Video Light function, which enables users to illuminate low light scenes continuously when capturing HD video.

You can check out Canon's site for more info.