Nikon D3S DSLR & New Nikon AF-S DX 85mm Lens
Just announced a few days back from Nikon was the future release of the new Nikon D3S 12.1 MP DSLR camera as well as the new Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR Lens. Berger-Bros is proud to announce that we are currently taking in pre-orders for these products and their expected arrival will be some time in December.
Here's a quick rundown on each of these new Nikon items:
Nikon D3S 12.1 MP DSLR

- Perfect for the photographer looking to make use of both great quality photos as well as professional video recording
- 3-inch Super-density 921,000-dot VGA LCD Monitor - D3S monitors are individually calibrated during assembly to assure accuracy.
- Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System - Ultrasonic process combats the accumulation of dust on the optical low pass filter, safeguarding image quality.
- One-button Live View with Two Shooting Modes - Two modes for studio or remote shooting-Tripod Mode offers 27x magnification for precise focus confirmation.
- Fast, Accurate 51-Point AF System - 4 Dynamic modes and 15 cross-type sensors deliver AF precision and razor sharpness.
- 1,005-Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II - Nikon-pioneered RGB metering includes color information to intelligently determine more accurate exposures

- DX-format telephoto Micro lens is ideal for extreme close-up and portrait photography
- Extends versatility with focusing from infinity to life size (1:1 reproduction ratio)
- VR II image stabilization
- Extra-low Dispersion (ED)
- Superior sharpness and color correction
Be sure to click the images and product name text to view pricing, availability and for more details on the products.
Pre-orders can be made by either calling our 800 number at 800-542-8811 or by creating your order with our store's shopping cart.
Make sure to reserve yours before our first batch of shipments get sold out! Most items expect to arrive roughly around the end of August, some in late September or so.
Pricing and availability subject to change.Labels: new products, Nikon, Nikon D3S

Nikon Coolpix Cameras
The ever so popular Nikon Coolpix Digital Point and Shoot line has gotten a bunch of new models, one of which has a brand new feature not seen on ANY other camera currently in the market! Berger-Bros Camera is proud to announce the newest line is available for pre-order.
The COOLPIX S570 combines 12.0 megapixels as well as an amazing 5x optical Wide Angle Zoom NIKKOR lens in a tiny package. The COOLPIX S570 has that familiar COOLPIX all-metal design as well as a very bright and large 2.7 inch LCD screen so you have a better idea what your shots look like right on the spot. As far as image stabilization goes, the S570 has of course Nikon’s 4 Way VR Image Stabilization system so you don't have to worry about a shaky hand or a moving subject being a blur. One of it's best feature includes Nikon’s Smart Portrait System that finds faces, removes red-eye, softens skin lines, fires the shutter when the subject smiles and even warns you when they blink so you can retake the photo if need be. Available in Blue, Black, Red and Pink.

Nikon Coolpix S640 (12.2 MP)
The Coolpix S640, like the COOLPIX S570 combines about 12.0 megapixels as well as an amazing 5x optical Wide Angle Zoom, allowing you to print photos up to 16x20 inches! Nikon’s 4 Way VR Image Stabilization system as well as the Nikon EXPEED image processing system is part of this camera's line of features. A high ISO of 6400 allows for great photos even in low light and combined with EXPEED, a moving subject in a decent range of lighting will be auto-adjust the correct ISO as well as minimize shutter lag. Available in Light Grey, Pink, Red, and Black.

Nikon Coolpix S70 (12.1 MP)
The new Nikon Coolpix S70 has that sleek portable design that you'd expect from Nikon. Like the S570 and S640, the S70 has a powerful 12.1 MP resolution giving you crisp, clean and detailed photos. Like the other new Coolpix cameras, the S70 has 5x Zoom, Nikon's Smart Portrait System as well as sporting Optical VR Image Stabilization. What really sets this camera apart is that it has an Organic LED (OLED) Touch Panel. OLED is the newest form of LED technology that creates brighter, more realistic colors as well as reduced battery usage than older LED & LCD screens. The S70 even includes an HD (720p) Movie Mode so you can create great movies to share. Available in Light Grey, Tan, Red, and Black.

Nikon Coolpix S1000pj (12.1 MP)
Last but not least is the brand new, soon to be released Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. Like the others in the new line, this camera includes 12mp resolution, 2.7in LCD, 5X Nikkor Zoom and Smart Portrait system. Unique to this camera is that it has a 5 way VR image stabilization as well as the ability to record movies at 640 x 480 resolution at 30 fps, but even those aren't it's most stunning feature. Unlike any camera in the market, the S100opj is the world's first camera with an, ultra-small, built-in projector! That's correct, with this camera, you can project your pictures and movies out on a wall or flat surface for others to see.
Be sure to click the images and product name text to view pricing, availability and for more details on the products.
Pre-orders can be made by either calling our 800 number at 800-542-8811 or by creating your order with our store's shopping cart.
Make sure to reserve yours before our first batch of shipments get sold out! Most items expect to arrive roughly around the end of August, some in late September or so.
Pricing and availability subject to change.
Labels: coolpix, new products, Nikon

New Nikons Announced, Now taking Orders
Berger-Bros Camera is proud to announce that pre-orders for these highly anticipated Nikon cameras and lenses are now in place.
Here's some detail on these great new products soon to arrive from Nikon:

This new DX-format wonder creates images at a high 12.3 megapixel resolution. The D300s includes 7 fps EXPEED image processing with low noise for great sports and activity shots. Want to record in HD video? The D300s has the ability to capture cinematic 24 fps, 720p HD movie clips in D-Movie mode. This D-SLR also includes a One Button Live View function. Live view can be done in both Handheld or Tripod Live View modes to ad n many different shots. Also the D300s includes a dual memory card slot so you can save your photos and video on either CF or SD card formats.
Nikon D3000 Digital SLR (10.2 MP) w/ 18-55mm VR Lens

Looking for a new, high quality D-SLR that offers both professional grade 10+ megapixel shots and is also easy to use and affordable? Then the $599.99 D3000 with the 18-55mm VR Lens is for you. Known as the "user-friendly" D-SLR, the D3000 is compact and works with many of the Nikon Nikkor lenses like Zoom, 3x and VR lenses. It also shoots at 3 fps and has Nikon's renowned shutter speed and reliability so you can always capture those important moments. The D3000's retouching functions and Guide Mode will make this the D-SLR you should buy even if you have never used an SLR before.
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II Lens

The 70-200mm f/2.8 has been on the wish list of many photo professionals for some time. Nikon put extra research and development on this lens to create seven extra low dispersion (ED) glass elements. These elements aid in the the optimal settings for rendering, resolution and contrast. Nikon's Nano Crystal Coat takes the image quality another step further by reducing lens glare and ghosting; as well as making sure optical performance is at it's peak no matter what type of shots you are trying to take. This lens is perfect for sports and stage photographers.
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II Lens

The latest upgrade to Nikon's best selling premium lens line, the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II lens improves on what already works well. The lens i a mix of 11X zoom and VRII capability of make it the perfect lens for any Nikon DX-format D-SLRs. Hate having your lens settings change while transporting it? The lens also includes a zoom lock switch to secure the lens barrel at it's minimum length. It also has Nikon's exclusive Super Integrated Coating (SIC) to reduce lens flare and ghosting; also with a weight of only 19.9 ounces, this lens is a must have for your arsenal of D-SLR accessories.
Special Restocked item:
Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens

The Nikon 70-300mm lens has been sold out but as of this post date, is back on the shelves. The Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens has 4.3x zoom and a great list of Nikon advanced features like Extra Low Dispersion (ED) glass, Silent Wave Motor technology (SWM) and Enhanced Vibration Reduction (VR II). A perfect lens for sports, wildlife and action photos, the 70-300mm VR also works with both D-SLRs an 35m film SLR cameras which makes it such a desirable product. Also, until 8/29/09, if this is bought with a D40, 60, D90 or D5000 Body or kit, you get a $100 Instant Rebate! Grab one before it's sold out again!
Be sure to click the images and product name text to view pricing, availability and for more details on the products.
Pre-orders can be made by either calling our 800 number at 800-542-8811 or by creating your order with our store's shopping cart.
Make sure to reserve yours before our first batch of shipments get sold out! Most items expect to arrive roughly around the end of August.
Pricing and availability subject to change.
Labels: cameras, new products, Nikon

Nikon D90 DSLR 18-105mm VR Kit
Nikon D90 DSLR 18-105mm VR Kit

The D90 is in the house and the general consensus is that it offers some significant improvemets over the excellent D80. To begin, the D90 has a 12.3 MP CMOS sensor while the D80 has a 10.2 MP CCD sensor. A CMOS (complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) is a sensor touted for its faster operating speed and lower power consumption when compared to a CCD sensor.
The D90 has added a sensor cleaning system and increases maximum ISO sensitivity to 6400 as compared to the D80's 3200. Frames per second (fps) has stepped up from 3 in the D80 to 4.5 in the D90. The LCD monitor on the D90 is a larger 3" versus the D80's 2.5." Add Movie Mode and Live View in the same size body as the D80 and it is easy to see why some Nikon owners might be swayed to move up to a D90.
In various blogs I have seen much debate about how useful it is to have a video capability in a DSLR. There seems to be as many photographers for as against. The D90 can only take 5 minutes of video and while the results are not bad, they in no way match the video capability of a camcorder. On the other hand, having video capability could be useful for that rare moment when you come face to face with Big Foot.
There also seems to be two camps when it comes to Live View. I think it is best to consider these recent innovations as more bells and whistles. It can't hurt to have them available and I'm told that these features do not increase the cost of the camera in any significant way.
Bottom line, the D90 is an improvement when compared to the outstanding D80 and offers users more versatility - not a bad thing if you think about it.
Nikon D90 DSLR 18-105mm VR Kit - In Stock $1,299.99
Nikon D90 Body Only - In stock Now! - $999.99
"Prices and stock availability posted in this blog are subject to change."Labels: cameras, Nikon, Nikon D90, products, SLR

Nikon D700 12 Megapixel Full Frame FX Camera

Here at Berger-Bros. we are proud to introduce the new
Nikon D700 SLR. As of today we are accepting pre-orders of this camera and its accessories. Expect them to arrive in our store at or around Aug 1. 2008.
At first glance you would think this is identical to the D300 but a quick check on this SLR's specs will tell you a much different story.
The D700 sports a 12MP full frame FX format for simply magnificent photos and even a full frame viewfinder. This is somewhat comparable to that of the D3 but with a couple of advantages. First advantage is that its body is like the more compact D300. The second advantage over the D3 is that the D700 is officially the first professional Nikon camera with a built-in flash. Thirdly, the camera even includes an internal image sensor cleaning with micro vibrations to rid the sensor of any dust particles as seen in many of the new SLRs in the market. The shutter speed is slightly slower than the D3 at 5 frames per second but with the MB-D10 battery grip, you can raise that up to 8 frames per second.
Here's some other features to the D700:
- More flexible "hard button" programming
- Live View w/ virtual horizon line
- ISO 200 - 6400
- Same ultra-fast startup and shutter lag as D3
- HDMI HD video output
- 3.0" 922,000 pixel LCD monitor
- UDMA compatible single CF card slot
More info on our product pages or simply call our 800# at 1-800-262-4160
Here are the available models to order:
Also check out Nikon's Brand New accessories that go with the D700 and other Nikon cameras:
Labels: D700, Nikon, SLR

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