Used Cameras and Lens Reviews
TLDR: The Nikon D500, despite being released in 2016, remains a highly capable and robust DX-format DSLR in 2026, especially for action, sports, and wildlife photography. Its exceptional autofocus system, rapid continuous shooting, and durable build quality make it a compelling option for enthusiasts and professionals seeking a high-performance crop-sensor camera, particularly on the used…
If you’ve read my full Nikon D500 Review, you know I consider it the “King of APS-C DSLRs.” Even in 2026, its autofocus is legendary, its build is tank-like, and its ergonomics are arguably the best Nikon has ever produced. But let’s face it: the world has moved on to mirrorless. Nikon has officially stopped…
If you told a “serious” photographer in 2006 that people would still be hunting for the Nikon D40 in 2025, they would have laughed you out of the studio. At the time, the D40 was Nikon’s most “crippled” DSLR, it only had 6.1 megapixels, just three autofocus points, and no internal focus motor. It was…
If you’re a photography enthusiast in Singapore, you know that the “poison” is real. One day you’re happy with your kit lens, and the next, you’re scouring the internet for a legendary CCD sensor or a fast prime. But let’s be honest: buying brand-new gear in Singapore can be incredibly expensive. The good news? Singapore…
In the world of vintage Nikon glass, there are legends, and then there are the “infamous” ones. If you’ve spent any time researching vintage zooms, you’ve likely heard of the Zoom-Nikkor 43-86mm f/3.5. It was Nikon’s first mass-market zoom, and while it was a bestseller, it also earned a reputation for being one of the…
If you’ve been browsing the used camera shops in Peninsula Plaza or scrolling through Carousell lately, you might have spotted a long, slender, all-metal lens with a distinctive silver ring. That, my friends, is the Nikkor-Q 200mm f/4 Auto. Released in 1961 (and in active sales through 1975), this was Nikon’s first “portable” 200mm telephoto…
The Hidden Gem in the Used Market Why spend SG$800+ on a modern mirrorless macro lens when you can get true 1:1 magnification for under SG$150? In the world of photography, we often get caught up in the “latest and greatest” hype, but the used market is full of “sleeper” lenses that can still trade…
Like the Nikon D40, the D70 features a 6.1-megapixel CCD sensor. While the D40 is often praised for its “magic” colors, the D70 uses a very similar sensor but with a slightly different internal processing engine. Images from the same 6.1 MP Sensor Color and Texture The D70’s images have a certain “grit” and character…
In the grand timeline of Nikon DSLRs, the Nikon D5000 occupies a very special place. Released in 2009, it was the first Nikon DSLR to feature an articulating (flip-out) LCD screen. At the time, purists scoffed at it, calling it a “gimmick” for amateurs. Fast forward to 2026, and almost every modern mirrorless camera, from…
The Nikon D60, released in early 2008, was a pivotal camera for Nikon. It was the successor to the D40x and sat just below the D80 in the lineup. At the time, it was praised for its compact size and ease of use. But for the past few years through 2025, the landscape of photography…
