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

New Canon EOS Rebel T1I / 500d in stock!!!
The BRAND NEW Canon Rebel T1I / 500D will be in stock tomorrow, Friday 4/24!!!
That's right! The brand new addition to Canons successful digital EOS Rebel series will be in stock at Berger Brothers Camera this Friday April 24!
The Canon EOS Rebel T1i (500d) is Canons newest digital SLR camera in the popular Rebel series of entry-level DSLR cameras. The Rebel T1i is the fifth generation of digital Rebels from Canon and is being released just over a year after its predecessor, the EOS Rebel XSi (450d).
The new Rebel T1i has some great new features that make it a great entry-level DSLR camera and a nice upgrade from the Rebel XSi. First and foremost, the Rebel T1i features a newly designed APS size 15.1 MP Canon CMOS sensor similar to the one that appears in the Canon 50d, but specially designed for the Rebel T1i. This makes the Rebel T1i a great camera for making large prints or allowing for tremendous cropping ability while still maintaining great print quality.
The Rebel T1i is first DSLR camera to feature video. In fact the Rebel T1i features 1080p HD video! An HDMI port allows the Rebel T1i to be connected to HDTVs and monitors for easy viewing of video and still images.
Also new to the Rebel series is the 3" Clear View LCD screen that features a 920,000 dot VGA monitor. This is the same screen that is used on Canons more expensive 5D MarkII DSLR. This allows users to have a large preview of their images to check focus, composition and exposure. The Rebel T1i also features a 'live view' mode that allows real time images to be displayed on the rear LCD, allowing for compact camera style shooting with DSLR quality images.
The Canon DIGIC 4 processor allows for continuous shooting at speeds up to 3.4 frames per second up to 170 jpgs, making the Rebel T1i a great choice for parents wishing to shoot action shots of their young sports stars.
The Rebel T1i has many of the features found on the Canon 50d, packed into a lighter body similar to the Rebel XSi body.
Overview of the Rebel T1i features:
- 15.1 Canon APS size CMOS sensor
- ISO range of 100-3200 (expandable to 6400 and 12800)
- Full HD video recording at resolutions up to 1920x1080 (20fps at 1920x1080; 30fps at 1280x720 and 640x480)
- HDMI connection to allowing for viewing on HDTVs
- 3.4 Frames per second burst rate shooting for up to 170 jpgs or 9 RAW images
- Large 3" Clear View LCD screen with Live View mode
- 35 zone evaluative metering
- 9 Auto-focus points with cross type center point (AI focus, One Shot and AI Servo modes)
- EOS integrated sensor cleaning system
- Compatible with all Rebel XSi accessories
- Full compatibility with Canon EF and EF-S lenses and EX-Speedlites

Also new from Canon is the Speedlite 270EX Flash
The Canon Speedlite 270EX Flash replaces the 220EX Speedlite. The 270EX features a pivoting flash head that allows the flash head to pivot up for bounce flash photography.
Labels: 270ex, cameras, canon, d500, digital, dslr, eos, flash, lens, new, news, Photo, photographic, Photography, rebel, SLR, speedlite, t1i

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

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