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  • 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 Viltrox tilt-shift lens Viltrox AF 35-50mm f/1.4 zoom lens maybe? 7Artisans MF 50mm f/1.2 APS-C manual focus lens 7Artisans […]

  • Nikon Comedy Wildlife 2025 winners announced
    by [NR] admin on 11 December 2025 at 23:45

    The winner of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 is Mark Meth-Cohn, an amateur photographer from the UK who entered a brilliant shot titled “High Five” of a young gorilla cavorting through a forest clearing: NIKON COMEDY WILDLIFE AWARDS 2025 WINNERS ANNOUNCED London, United Kingdom, 9th […]

  • Ending tomorrow: the world’s first Sirui Astra 50mm/75mm/100mm 1.33X full-frame autofocus anamorphic cine lenses for Nikon Z-mount on Kickstarter
    by [NR] admin on 11 December 2025 at 19:55

    The Kickstarter project for the world’s first  Sirui Astra 50mm/75mm/100mm 1.33X full-frame autofocus anamorphic cine lenses for Nikon Z-mount is ending tomorrow with  over $537k raised. Here are the details: Now on Kickstarter: the world’s first Sirui Astra full-frame autofocus anamorphic […]

  • Nikon USA December Winter Savings
    by [NR] admin on 11 December 2025 at 16:48

    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 […]

  • Here is an updated list of photo gear promo codes you can use during this holiday shopping season
    by [NR] admin on 11 December 2025 at 03:19

    Here is an updated list of promo codes you can use during this holiday shopping season: Lenses Viltrox 5% off code: NIKONRUMORS Light Lens Lab lenses 5% off code: RUMORS TTartisan 5% off code: RUMORS 7artisans 5% off code: RUMORS BrightinStar $5 off code: RUMORS Funleader 5% off code: LEICARUMORS […]

  • Nikon & RED + three additional new image recipes officially released
    by [NR] admin on 10 December 2025 at 16:30

        In addition to the nine new RED image recipes I reported yesterday, Nikon released three additional recipes: Update: sample R3D NE & R3D video files are available here: The new receipt can be downloaded for free from the Nikon Imaging Cloud website. Here are the details: Nikon & RED […]

  • Nikon & RED Image Recipes are coming tomorrow – here are the details
    by [NR] admin on 10 December 2025 at 04:03

    As I already reported, the new Nikon & RED Image Recipes are coming tomorrow – here are the details on what to expect: Nikon will release nine free RED-inspired “Image Recipes” (essentially baked-in Picture Controls/LUTs) developed in collaboration with RED. They will be available via the […]

  • Here is the official Nikon holiday gift guide of recommended accessories
    by [NR] admin on 9 December 2025 at 16:28

    Slow news day. Nikon Europe publishes a holiday gift guide – I will skip the Nikon cameras and will list only the recommended accessories:   Profoto portable reflectors Nikon ME-D10 shotgun SmallRig Camera cages SmallRig top handle Gitzo or Manfrotto tripods DJI or Zhiyun gimbals Nikon filters […]

  • Sony a7V vs. Nikon Z6III comparison
    by [NR] admin on 8 December 2025 at 17:15

    Last week, Sony officially announced the long-rumored Sony a7 V camera, priced at $2,900. Here is a quick AI comparison with the almost 2-year-old Nikon Z6III model ($2,100) – check also the detailed specifications comparison here: The Sony α7 V (released December 2025) and Nikon Z6III (released […]

  • Weekly Nikon news flash #864
    by [NR] admin on 8 December 2025 at 02:25

    → 7Artisans is teasing a new large-aperture lens release. → Nikon ZS rangefinder camera mockup. → The good old times: Nikon SP20 camera prototype with Nikkor 24-80mm f/2.8-4 lens. → Nikon stereo cameras: → Shooting the wild with Nikon ZR. → Born cinematic: Nikon ZR wildlife film by […]

  • Boryoza to announce two new F-mount lens adapters (NF-NZ & NF-RF)
    by [NR] admin on 6 December 2025 at 20:22

    Boryoza is making two new F-mount lens adapters (pictured above): Boryoza NF-NZ adapter: Nikon F-lens to Nikon Z camera (similar to the Nikon FTZ) Boryoza NF-RF adapter: Nikon F-lens to Canon RF camera Boryoza adapters are sold on Amazon, eBay, and Aliexpress. More new Nikon Z-mount adapters: […]

  • Free Ilford 400 film recipes (Nikon Picture Controls)
    by [NR] admin on 6 December 2025 at 19:24

    A reader has developed free Nikon Picture Controls for Ilford 400 film recipes. One is a flexible color profile for higher contrast, and the other is a lower contrast that can be applied to any Z camera. You can see the details and the download links on this page: “Today I am sharing my first […]

  • Top 10 most viewed NikonRumors posts for November 2025
    by [NR] admin on 6 December 2025 at 01:28

    Here are the top 10 most viewed NikonRumors posts for November 2025: Nikon is rumored to announce a new Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 Mark II lens The rumored Nikon Z9II camera is not coming in 2025 New Nikon US November rebates: returning to pre-tariffs pricing on many cameras & lenses Officially […]

  • Check out the latest used Nikon gear at B&H Photo
    by [NR] admin on 4 December 2025 at 18:19

    Check out the latest used Nikon cameras and lenses at B&H Photo: The B&H used Nikon gear can be found here Some of the rare Nikon items pictured above: Nikon 55mm f/2 Ultra Macro Lens with a L39 Screw Mount Nikon OP Fisheye 10mm f/5.6 Non-AI Lens with DF-1 Viewfinder Nikon Z gear: Used Z […]

  • How is NIKKOR Z gear made (videos)
    by [NR] admin on 3 December 2025 at 19:48

    How is NIKKOR Z gear made: NIKKOR Z | Tested to Endure NIKKOR Z | Concept Making NIKKOR Z | Discover Possibilities NIKKOR Z | Pursuing Precision The post How is NIKKOR Z gear made (videos) appeared first on Nikon Rumors. Related posts: Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports lens for Sony E-mount […]

  • New retro-inspired Pergear 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount announced ($99)
    by [NR] admin on 3 December 2025 at 01:28

    Pergear announced a new retro 50mm f/1.2 APS-C manual focus lens for Nikon Z-mount. Orders are now open at Amazon and Pergear. Here are the details on the new lens: Professional bokeh: the large F1.2 maximum aperture with 11 rounded aperture blades creates exceptionally smooth, circular bokeh with […]

  • The most popular Cyber Monday photography deals this year
    by [NR] admin on 1 December 2025 at 05:01

    Here are some of the more popular Black Friday/Cyber Monday photography deals this year – the complete list can be found here: Viltrox Luminar Neo Topaz Labs DxO Field Made Nikon: 2025 Nikon Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals CYBER MONDAY The post The most popular Cyber Monday photography deals this […]

  • Weekly Nikon news flash #863
    by [NR] admin on 30 November 2025 at 19:25

    → Ikelite announced new underwater housing for the Nikon ZR cinema camera (check B&H Photo listings). → The 4x10D CF Pocket is Nikon’s thinnest, lightest, and most portable binoculars. → Check out this compact Nikon ZR cinema camera + Viltrox 28mm f/4.5 Chip Z autofocus full-frame lens […]

  • Nikon ZR body-only cinema camera finally in stock in the US
    by [NR] admin on 29 November 2025 at 23:39

    Almost 3 months after the official announcement, the Nikon ZR body-only camera is finally in stock at B&H Photo: Previous Nikon ZR coverage. Join the new Nikon ZR Facebook group. The post Nikon ZR body-only cinema camera finally in stock in the US appeared first on Nikon Rumors. Related […]

  • Viltrox released firmware update version 4.4 for the E-Z mount adapter with support for the Nikon ZR camera
    by [NR] admin on 29 November 2025 at 22:59

    Viltrox released firmware update version 4.4 for the E-Z mount adapter (now 20% off, see previous coverage). Here’s what’s new: Added compatibility with the Nikon ZR camera (ZR body only now in stock) Added support for the Sigma 35mm f/1.2 II ART DG lens For Black Friday, Viltrox is offering […]