Nikon Rumors

Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.81 for the Zfc mirrorless camera with a single fix: Fixed an issue where certain operations would cause the monitor to remain blank when [Prioritize viewfinder] is selected for monitor mode. AkaraLabs released new “Slim Skin” cases for the Nikon Zf […]

CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2026, black: 2025, blue: 2024): April 2026 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (All comparisons to YTD 2025) Narrative: April 2026 April numbers are generally up across most categories. Compared to […]

→ Several different Nikon ZR skins in different designs are already available for sale on eBay and AliExpress. → Falcam has released a new cage for the Nikon ZR cameras, along with a professional handle that allows for 360° rotation. More Nikon ZR cage options can be found here. → The new […]

→ The latest Voigtlander lenses for Nikon Z-mount are now in stock: Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical lens Voigtlander SEPTON 40mm f/2 Aspherical lens → Sandisk announced new Extreme PRO CFexpress 4.0 Type B memory cards (up to 4TB): Sequential read performance: up to 3700MB/s […]

After 47 years, Nikon Service Munich filed for bankruptcy/insolvency, and they will be shutting down operations today: “By order of the Munich District Court, we have been in preliminary insolvency proceedings since March 18, 2026, which will transition into formal insolvency proceedings without […]

Nikon started a new “Trade Up to ZR and Save” program in the US that also includes Nikkor lenses: Here is the list of lenses that are part of the new trade-in program (available at B&H Photo, Paul’s Photo, and Service Photo): The post Nikon started a new “Trade Up to ZR and Save” […]

The upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens will be tested at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America (Jun 11 – Jul 19 2026) – I was told the lens will be given to select photographers. Comparing the size of the upcoming Nikon Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S The post Look for […]

In addition to the AF 56mm f/1.7 Air APS-C lens, Meike also announced a new AF 85mm f/1.4 Ⅱ full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount (previously reported here). Orders are now open at the official Meike online store (coming soon to B&H Photo). The price is $498. The lens is also available in white […]

Photographer Taylor Jackson was able to install the classic Doom video game on a Nikon Zf camera (unless the video is fake/AI generated):   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Taylor Jackson (@taylorjackson) The post Photographer installed Doom on a Nikon Zf camera appeared first on […]

The previously reported Meike AF 56mm f/1.7 Air APS-C lens for Nikon-Z mount is now officially released and available for purchase: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Meike store Update – Meike also announced a new AF 85mm f/1.4 Ⅱ full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount: Also announced: new Meike AF 85mm […]

Last month, on May 16th, I reported that Mark Roberts Motion Control Limited (MRMC), a former Nikon company, had filed for bankruptcy/liquidation. At that point, I could not find any confirmation from my sources, but I can now report that Mark Roberts Motion Control Ltd entered […]

Here is a side-by-side comparison of the upcoming Nikon Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens with the Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S (currently $2,000 off) by Michna: The upcoming Nikon Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S 1.4x lens is rumored to be priced around $8,000+ Nikon officially announced the […]

Lensbaby recently announced a new Petzval-inspired Twist 28mm f/3.5 full-frame manual-focus pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount with a classic swirling character for $190 (all Lensbaby lenses for Nikon Z-mount can be found here): Pre-orders: B&H Photo Petzval-inspired swirl Fixed f/3.5 aperture […]

Here are the latest Godox products (several Godox flashes for Nikon are currently on sale): Godox MF-T76N macro twin flash for Nikon cameras. Godox EazyFlow foldable softboxes. Godox LED video flash light FL15Bi. Godox ML40Bi Bi-Color Portable LED Light Godox received Red Dot Design awards for the […]

Viltrox announced a new Z1 Pro vintage/retro-inspired compact flash for Nikon cameras (the pro version of the existing Z1). Pre-orders are now open at: US: B&H Photo International: Viltrox Store Additional information and pictures: Viltrox launches the Z1 Pro vintage/retro-inspired compact […]

→ The new Thypoch Ksana 35mm f/2 ASPH lens mounted on a Nikon Zf camera with M-Z lens adapter (additional information). → The new LLL 50mm f/1.9 Rigid-ZS6 lens (based on the Dallmeyer “Super Six” lens) mounted on a Nikon ZR camera with M-Z lens adapter (additional information). […]

DxO released new optics modules for the following Nikon Z-mount lenses: Laowa 180mm F4.5 1.5X Ultra Macro APO Nikon Z 70–200mm F2.8 VR S II Tamron 35–100mm F2.8 Di III VXD Zeiss Otus ML 35mm F1.4 The new DxO Modules can be found in: DxO PhotoLab versions 9.7, 8.15, 7.23 DxO PureRAW versions […]

Several camera bag companies have Memorial Day deals: WANDRD: 20%-40% off sitewide Gura Gear: 20% off every bag Peak Design: up to 50% off ThinkTank: 15% off DarkLight sale Camera bags on sale at B&H Photo (all B&H Memorial Day photography deals can be found here) The post Camera bag […]

Field Made released new customizable indicator labels for Nikon EN-EL25 batteries. You can get 10% off your next FieldMade order with coupon code “Rumors10“: 10% off the entire order Minimum purchase of $20 CAD Cannot be combined with other discounts Additional information: MATERIALS: […]

  The previously reported Venus Optics Laowa 4.5-10mm f/2.8 CF APS-C fisheye zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced. The price is $399: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Laowa online store Additional information: APS-C Format | f/2.8 to f/22 Fast Fisheye Zoom Lens 175-180° Angle of […]