McBain Blog

Rounding Up the Latest Camera Gear Announcements

by | Monday, February 24, 2025 |

Product announcements have come fast and furious over the past two weeks, so let's catch you up with everything new in the photo world. There are new goodies for everyone – seasoned videographers, graphics designers and casual photographers alike. Adding even more to your creative wheelhouse will not be a problem this month, so let’s get started! If you’ve ever thought about printing your own art but have sat on the fence, Canon’s new lineup of high-end printers might be just the push you need...

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Nikon Announces the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S and Coolpix P1000

by | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 |

Nikon surprised us this morning by announcing an exciting new Z Series prime lens and an update to their popular super-zoom compact camera, the P-1000. Let's get to it! NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S Promising to be Nikon's finest 35mm lens ever constructed, the NIKKOR Z 25mm f/1.2 S is focused on insolating your subject in stunning detail. Wedding photographers, in particular, will want to have a long look at this one, as the combination of superior optical performance, wide-angle and seamless blending...

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Nikon Announces Z 8 Firmware 2.0

by | Wednesday, February 7, 2024 |
Nikon Announces Z 8 Firmware 2.0

Nikon has just released Firmware 2.0 for the Z8, complete with enhancements across the board for photographers of virtually every discipline, from birders to videographers. Z8 owners will benefit from new features, improved performance and enhanced functionality for this already overpowered mirrorless camera.

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