Nikon Rumors

In their Nikon report from the 2026 CP+ show in Japan, Phototrend spotted a new, not-yet-announced Nikon Zf feature – a digital timestamp directly on your images, similar to what film cameras used to have a few decades ago: While carefully observing the Japanese manufacturer’s stand, we came […]

→ New Peak Design bags are now listed for funding on Kickstarter, and they have already raised over $1.4M in just a few days (more Kickstarter funding projects). → DxO launched PureRAW 6 – you can get 10% off all DxO products with code RUMORS (additional information). → Tamron Americas […]

TTartisan announced a new 17mm f/4 tilt-shift lens for Nikon Z-mount. Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo and at the official TTartisan online store (TTartisan 5% off code: RUMORS). Additional information: Lens key features: Ultra-Wide 17mm Perspective – Perfect for Architecture & […]

Nikon Japan has updated the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 Mark II lens listing on their online store with the statement: “Due to the overwhelming number of orders we have received for this product, it may take some time for delivery.” They now list the expected shipping date as April 2026. The US […]

Here are the most popular NikonRumors posts for February 2026: Here is a new set of rumored Nikon Z9 II camera specifications What to expect from Nikon in 2026 (updated) Nikon to announce the rumored Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 II lens tonight Rumors about a third small Nikon full-frame mirrorless […]

Phototrend published their report on Samyang from the 2026 CP+ show, where the South Korean lens manufacturer confirmed that they are waiting on licensing from Nikon to start making Z-mount lenses: “As for a potential move to Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts, the lens maker is still waiting for […]

Nikon USA started new rebates for the month of March: B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo Rebates by categories (see full list): Mirrorless Cameras Mirrorless Lenses DSLR Cameras DSLR Lenses Accessories The latest Nikon Europe rebates can be found here: New Nikon Spring discounts launched in […]

This post on Chinese social media details the situation with Nikon and third-party Z-mount lens manufacturers. Here is the translated AI recap: On March 2, 2026, the patent dispute between Nikon and Viltrox over the Nikon Z mount officially entered court proceedings. On the same day, Sirui […]

Today Meike issued an official statement and also temporarily stopped selling Nikon Z-mount lenses in China: Here is the translation: Meike’s Statement Regarding the Temporary Removal of Z-Mount Lenses Recently, rumors have circulated online regarding the removal and discontinuation of sales of […]

Nikon introduces a huge price increase in China – up to 42% for some lenses. Leica is also raising its prices in the US, and I have the feeling that other brands will follow. The main reasons are tariffs, rising component/material costs, exchange rates (weak dollar), and the overall shrinking […]

The Nikon Coolpix P1100 and P950 super-zoom point-and-shoot cameras are now $100 off in the US: Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Nikon COOLPIX P950 The Nikon Coolpix P1100 is also discounted in Europe: Foto Erhardt WEX Photo Always impressive to see the 24-3000mm zoom range of the Nikon Coolpix P1100 camera The […]

NASA Artemis II astronauts will take the 10-year-old Nikon D5 DSLR camera (you can still get one today) around the moon. Here is why: “Artemis II’s astronauts will have two Nikon D5 digital single-lens reflex cameras available inside the cabin. These are professional-grade still and video […]

CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2026, black: 2025, blue: 2024): January 2026 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (all comparisons to MTD 2025) Narrative: January 2026 CIPA has not yet predicted numbers for 2026. Compared to January […]

Several Chinese sources report that Sirui has removed Z-mount lenses from online stores. Apparently, all official Sirui stores and most distributors have removed all Z-mount lenses from their Taobao listings (China’s largest e-commerce platform). Only a few distributors still have Z-mount links […]

→ New Atomos Ninja RAW 5.2″ HDMI monitor/recorder announced. → You can now buy rail hot-shoe covers in Japan – “toritetsu” or train hobby photography is very popular in Japan.   → Interesting: Nikon let the D7 and D9 trademarks expire, but not the D8. → The real story behind the […]

This is not a new lens, but I just noticed that I have not covered it on the website, and pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo (available in brass and aluminum). Additional information: “The Nour Triplet V 2.0/64 Bokeh Control Art Lens from Lomography is a unique lens designed for spherical […]

Here are several new third-party Z-mount lenses announced/on display at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan (see also this page): The 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 full-frame lens for Z-mount is expected at the end of 2026, with a price tag of around $800 (check the website for updates). The upcoming Viltrox […]

Nikon launched a new Spring discounts program in Europe that offers savings up to €700 instantly – see the details at (this offer is valid until March 30th): Foto Erhardt WEX Photo The new Nikon USA March rebates will start next week – check B&H Photo for updates: As of today, Nikon […]

At the 2026 CP+ show in Japan (see detailed coverage), Nikon has on display the Nikon ZR “BayHem” neon camera – a one-off model Nikon gave to Michael Bay before the official launch (previously reported here):     Additional picture: This trend is coming from RED – they used to make custom […]

Here are a few other third-party Z-mount lenses announced at the 2026 CP+ show:   Brightin Star 50mm f/2 TRI-SIGHT lens for Nikon Z-mount with switchable triple rendering modes: SMOOTH, PRIME, FOAMS (development announcement, check website for updates).   7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 lens for Nikon […]