Development of Nikon D5, Speedlight SB-5000 and Wireless Transmitter WT-6 Officially Announced

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Nikon just officially announced the development of the following new products:

  • Nikon D5 DSLR Camera
  • Nikon Speedlight SB-5000
  • Nikon Wireless Transmitter WT-6

Press release:

Development of Digital SLR Camera Nikon D5

TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce that it is developing the Nikon D5 digital SLR camera, which represents the next generation of professional Nikon FX-format models.

The new Wireless Transmitter WT-6 and Speedlight SB-5000, which will be positioned at the top of Nikon’s Speedlight lineup, are also being developed.

Through the combination of this next-generation professional camera offering an even higher level of performance, these advanced accessories and the rich lineup of existing NIKKOR lenses, Nikon is pursuing further possibilities for imaging expression.

*Details including release date and suggested retail price for this product have not yet been determined.

The upcoming Nikon D5 flagship full frame DSLR camera is rumored to be announced in early 2016. And here are the rumored specs of the Nikon D5:

  • New 20MP FX sensor
  • New focusing module with larger coverage and 107 or 173 autofocus points
  • Native high ISO of 102,400
  • 15 fps
  • Body design similar to the D4s
  • 4K video 60/30fps
  • Full HD slow motion
  • Announcement expected in early 2016

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via: Nikon, NR

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