Re: Nik V discontinued? Old Rumor? Rehashed..

Posted by Dennis on September 19, 2001 at 14:53:27:

In Reply to: Nik V discontinued? Old Rumor? Rehashed.. posted by Bella on September 18, 2001 at 14:44:53:

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: Dennis, if you read this..

: Do you know anything about this press release:

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: http://www.nikon-image.com/eng/news_release/2001/nikonos-v.htm
: NIKONOS-V camera body to be discontinued

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: Nikon Corporation will stop making the NIKONOS-V camera body in the near future. Regional Nikon distributors and importers can be contacted for details as to when the product will be discontinued.

: A customer base of divers and underwater photographers have favored this camera since it was introduced in 1984.

: In light of relatively low sales volumes for this niche product in an age of growing operating cost-consciousness, however, Nikon determined that it could not continue to justify the cost and effort of specialized production required to manufacture it in small quantities.

: We are sorry for any problems that this may cause, and ask you to understand our need to make this decision.

: Nonetheless, Nikon remains proud and appreciative that the NIKONOS-V has enjoyed a long, distinguished product life.

: Although the company has no current plans to introduce new underwater photography products, we will continue to stay abreast of the market for next-generation underwater cameras.

: About NIKONOS-V interchangeable lenses and accessories
: Although Nikon will discontinue manufacture of the NIKONOS-V camera body, it will continue to supply accessories for the NIKONOS-V, including interchangeable lenses, speedlight, close-up outfit unit, etc., at least until the end of 2002. At a later date, the company will decide whether or not to continue offering these accessories in 2003 and beyond.
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Bella:

I'm convinced I'm right, until I find out I'm wrong...

The Nikonos camera system will be discontinued. Nikon expects to support it for approximately 2+ years. New cameras should be available at least until 12-30-02, depending on demand, and lenses for another several years. Repair parts are expected to be available for a much longer time.

For further assistance with Nikonos, please call us at 800-334-3549 x42 or 800-334-3549 x42.

Dennis
Helix UW Photo Dept

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: : : : Dennis, if you read this.. : : Do you know anything about this press release: : : : : http://www.nikon-image.com/eng/news_release/2001/nikonos-v.htm : : NIKONOS-V camera body to be discontinued : : : : Nikon Corporation will stop making the NIKONOS-V camera body in the near future. Regional Nikon distributors and importers can be contacted for details as to when the product will be discontinued. : : A customer base of divers and underwater photographers have favored this camera since it was introduced in 1984. : : In light of relatively low sales volumes for this niche product in an age of growing operating cost-consciousness, however, Nikon determined that it could not continue to justify the cost and effort of specialized production required to manufacture it in small quantities. : : We are sorry for any problems that this may cause, and ask you to understand our need to make this decision. : : Nonetheless, Nikon remains proud and appreciative that the NIKONOS-V has enjoyed a long, distinguished product life. : : Although the company has no current plans to introduce new underwater photography products, we will continue to stay abreast of the market for next-generation underwater cameras. : : About NIKONOS-V interchangeable lenses and accessories : : Although Nikon will discontinue manufacture of the NIKONOS-V camera body, it will continue to supply accessories for the NIKONOS-V, including interchangeable lenses, speedlight, close-up outfit unit, etc., at least until the end of 2002. At a later date, the company will decide whether or not to continue offering these accessories in 2003 and beyond. : : : : : Bella: : I'm convinced I'm right, until I find out I'm wrong... : The Nikonos camera system will be discontinued. Nikon expects to support it for approximately 2+ years. New cameras should be available at least until 12-30-02, depending on demand, and lenses for another several years. Repair parts are expected to be available for a much longer time. : For further assistance with Nikonos, please call us at 800-334-3549 x42 or 800-334-3549 x42. : Dennis : Helix UW Photo Dept

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