Nikon Rumors

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  • The Nikon ZR will get many firmware updates next year
    by [NR] admin on 26 December 2025 at 19:29

    The Nikon ZR camera is rumored to get many firmware updates next year. Nikon has been doing an excellent job with firmware updates lately, and the ZR will not be an exception. I have no details about the upcoming ZR firmwares, but some of the potential updates could be: Niukon ZR potential future […]

  • The new Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for order
    by [NR] admin on 24 December 2025 at 02:55

    The new Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for order at the official online store. Additional information on the new lens: 13-element in 11-group minimum focusing distance of 0.25 meters 58mm filter thread, Weight: 298 grams STM stepping AF motor Available for Sony E, […]

  • The new Nikon ME-D10 shotgun microphone for the ZR camera is now in stock
    by [NR] admin on 23 December 2025 at 21:07

    The new Nikon ME-D10 shotgun microphone for the ZR camera is now in stock at: B&H Photo | Service Photo WEX Photo Foto Erhardt Camera Canada ME-D10 additional information: The ME-D10 is an optional shotgun microphone that attaches to the digital accessory shoe on the ZR. The microphone is […]

  • Reminder: there is no new Nikon Z90 APS-C camera coming next month
    by [NR] admin on 23 December 2025 at 18:18

    It is time for another reminder: there is still no reliable information about a new Nikon Z90 APS-C camera (or Z80, or whatever the latest flavor of the day is), and there will definitely be no Z90 announcement next month. Everything you see online is pure wishful thinking combined with clickbait […]

  • Weekly Nikon news flash #866
    by [NR] admin on 21 December 2025 at 23:27

    → Nikon booth at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan (February 26 – March 1st). → The new Mid49 cage and accessory kit for Nikon ZR cameras (Mid Kit) – see all ZR products on this page. → Lexar 2TB Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type B memory card now $225 off. → First reviews of the new The […]

  • TTAr­ti­san released a new silver version of their AF 40mm f/2 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount
    by [NR] admin on 19 December 2025 at 14:43

    TTAr­ti­san released a new silver version of their AF 40mm f/2 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount: TTArtisan online store Amazon B&H Photo (not open for pre-order yet) Additional information: Additional information on the TTAr­ti­san AF 40mm f/2 lens can be found here: New TTartisan AF 40mm […]

  • Aiarty Video Enhancer: Denoise, Sharpen, Upscale, and Perfect Nikon Videos (Lowest Price of the Year)
    by [NR] admin on 19 December 2025 at 14:22

    Aiarty Video Enhancer: Denoise, Sharpen, Upscale, and Perfect Nikon Videos (Lowest Price of the Year) Most Nikon cameras, whether you’re using a Z mirrorless body or a classic DSLR, are capable of beautiful video output. But real-world conditions don’t always cooperate. Low light at events, […]

  • Nikon NX Studio version 1.10.1 released (+ new Nikon Webcam Utility for Mac version 1.2.0)
    by [NR] admin on 18 December 2025 at 03:23

    Nikon released NX Studio version 1.10.1 with two changes: Added support for macOS Tahoe version 26 (NX Studio version 1.10.0 or later) Fixed some minor issues Back in June, Nikon also released a new Webcam Utility for Mac version 1.2.0, which I missed reporting. The new version is compatible with […]

  • New release: 7Artisans MF 6mm f/2 220° APS-C fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount
    by [NR] admin on 17 December 2025 at 17:06

    The previously reported 7Artisans MF 6mm f/2 220° APS-C fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: 7Artisans store Additional information can be found here: Here is an updated list of photo gear promo codes you can use during this holiday shopping […]

  • Announced: Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount
    by [NR] admin on 17 December 2025 at 16:05

      The previously reported Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced with a price of $999 (for comparison, the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S lens is now $2,597 after a $400 rebate): US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Viltrox store Here is the classification of he different […]

  • If you missed Black Friday, Topaz Labs just started a new Holiday Sale
    by [NR] admin on 17 December 2025 at 00:55

    If you missed Black Friday, Topaz Labs just started a new Holiday Sale that includes Topaz Studio, Studio Pro, and all single apps (valid from December 16th to January 7th). Here are the details: For new customers: 35% off Topaz Studio & Studio Pro 25% off all single apps For existing […]

  • Major Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 and minor Nikon Z5II firmware update version 1.10 released
    by [NR] admin on 16 December 2025 at 02:55

          As some readers correctly guessed in the comments section of my previous post, Nikon just released a major Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 and a minor Nikon Z5II firmware update version 1.10. Here are the details: Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 Note: The changes listed below […]

  • Something new could be announced or released in the next 24-48 hours
    by [NR] admin on 15 December 2025 at 21:53

    Nikon may announce or release something new in the next 24-48 hours. I am not sure what it is – it could just be a firmware update. Stay tuned for updates. Update – a major Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 and a minor Nikon Z5II firmware update version 1.10 were released: Major Nikon Z9 […]

  • New 7Artisans MF 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced for $99
    by [NR] admin on 15 December 2025 at 17:39

    The previously reported 7Artisans MF 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and available for pre-order at: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Artisans online store Additional information: Updated list of latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses More new third-party lenses for […]

  • Weekly Nikon news flash #865
    by [NR] admin on 15 December 2025 at 00:21

    → New promotion in Germany: free FTZ II adapter with the purchase of a Nikon Z8 camera. → A new and improved version of the Yongnuo 50mm f/1.8 Z DF full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z mount is coming soon (B&H Photo still lists the old version only). The new version features a 6-element, […]

  • October CIPA 2025: camera and lens shipments are up substantially
    by [NR] admin on 14 December 2025 at 19:30

    Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2025, black: 2024, blue: 2023): October 2025 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (All comparisons to YTD 2024) Narrative: October 2025 CIPA has predicted 6.66m ILCs, 1.1.92m compacts and 10.56m lenses for calendar 2025, a […]

  • DxO adds support for three Nikon Z-mount lenses
    by [NR] admin on 14 December 2025 at 00:59

    DxO Labs released 1,846 new DxO camera and lens modules, including support for three Nikon Z-mount lenses Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 (Nikon Z mount) Zeiss Otus 85mm ML f/1.4 Z (Nikon Z mount) The new DxO Modules can be found in the following DxO The […]

  • Brightin Star 24mm f/1.8 full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount announced, currently in stock
    by [NR] admin on 13 December 2025 at 00:26

    The previously reported Brightin Star 24mm f/1.8 full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and is currently in stock at the official online store and on Amazon (check out the Brightin Star Amazon Store as well). You can get one for the intro price of $309.99 (6% […]

  • Nikon USA December Winter Savings
    by [NR] admin on 12 December 2025 at 04:59

    Nikon USA has started their December Winter Savings, but again, I don’t see any changes from the previous November and Black Friday rebates: B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo Rebates by categories: Mirrorless Cameras Mirrorless Lenses DSLR Cameras DSLR Lenses Accessories The latest Nikon […]

  • More new third-party lenses for Nikon Z-mount
    by [NR] admin on 12 December 2025 at 02:37

    Here is an updated list of the latest/upcoming/rumored third-party Chinese lenses for Nikon Z-mount: Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro lens Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens update – this lens will be announced on November 17th: Viltrox tilt-shift lens Viltrox AF 35-50mm f/1.4 zoom lens maybe? 7Artisans MF […]