Event Coverage

IT Show 2011 - Part 1

By Team HardwareZone - 10 Mar 2011

Nikon

Nikon

If you're looking for a new DSLR or compact camera, Nikon's there for you on the fourth level, in the central hall. Of special note is that Nikon is offering a SB900 speedlight at $599 (U.P. $789) pay with purchase when you get any DSLR camera.

The D300s, the highest-end DX DSLR camera in Nikon's stable, is selling for $2388 (body only) at the show, but you get a free 50mm f/1.8 lens and other freebies including a Black Rapid strap and Kata bag.

The newest DX-camera from Nikon, the D7000 is selling at a close $2299 (with 18-105mm kit lens) and $1999 (body only). Free gifts include a 50mm f/1.8 lens, a Slik tripod, Kata bag and E40D dry cabinet.

You can still find the D7000's predecessor the D90 for sale at the IT Show, $2058 (with 18-200mm kit lens) and $1588 (with 18-105mm kit lens). There's the option of topping up $99 for the 50mm f/1.8 which comes free with the D7000 (with the 18-105mm kit you can opt to get a MB-D80 battery attachment instead, also for $99). Free gifts for both kits are the same, and include a Slik tripod, Nikon bag and E26D dry cabinet.

The entry-level D3100 is selling for a very affordable $899 with a 18-55mm kit lens, you can opt to buy a 55-200mm lens for only $199 (U.P. $489). Free gifts include a Slik tripod, Nikon bag and additional battery.

The Nikon D700 full-frame DSLR is also at the show, this two-year old classic is going for $3888 (body only). Freebies include a 50mm f/1.8 lens, a Black Rapid strap and a Kata bag.

The Nikon Coolpix P500 is a brand-new exclusive, this 12MP camera with a very long 36x optical zoom is selling for $699, with free gifts including 2 x 8GB SD cards, a Slik tripod and additional battery.

Another compact superzoom, the Coolpix L120 is a 14MP shooter with 21x optical zoom, selling for $399. Free gifts include 2 x 8GB SD cards, a minipod and 4 x AA rechargeable batteries with charger.

The P7000 features 10MP, 7.1x optical zoom and ISO settings up to 3200. Going for $749, free gifts include 2 x 8GB SD cards, a Slik tripod and additional battery.

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