Nikon Rumors

Nikon registered a new N2528 camera (MIIT/CMIIT number 26J99NA7E003) in China – now we have three new/confirmed/upcoming cameras: CMIIT ID Internal model Approval # Issue date Device description 26J99NA7E001 N2324 2026-5961 April 7  2026 5.1 GHz WLAN + Bluetooth 26J99NA7E002 N2527 2026-8018 […]

CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published the latest camera production data (orange: 2026, black: 2025, blue: 2024): July 2026 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (All comparisons to YTD 2025) Narrative: July 2026 July numbers are unfortunately not great. Compared to last July (single […]

Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.1 for the Coolpix P1100 super-zoom camera with two fixes (see previous coverage): In rare circumstances, the camera would stop responding when adjusting zoom during burst photography. Some timestamps in the metadata of video files would differ from the […]

Today, Nikon sent emails about a scheduled server maintenance on September 15th. This may reaffirm a potential new product announcement around that date, as previously reported (see this and this post). Here is the full text of the official notice: Server Maintenance Information Thank you for your […]

Here are some observations on the potential Nikon announcement in September sent by a reader (thanks): Update: Nikon server maintenance scheduled for September 15th. If you look across the schedules of Nikon Ambassadors in both North America and Europe, there are two windows that really stand out. […]

I already reported on the 2025 digital camera shipment market share from the latest Nikkei Industry Report: 2025 digital camera shipment market share Fujifilm’s surge is attributed to strong demand for compact cameras. The 2025 numbers for Fujifilm provided in the report also include the […]

DxO released PhotoLab 10. Here is what’s new: Next-Generation Masking: The introduction of Depth Masks, allowing adjustments based on distance from the camera, and enhanced AI subject detection capable of recognizing fine facial details like eyebrows and mouths. Expanded U Point™ Technology: A […]

Godox released a new MA2 flexible macro twin light:   Godox also has the MF-T76N macro twin flash for Nikon cameras. Godox announced a new MF-T76 macro twin flash for Nikon, Canon, and Sony cameras And if you have a sense of humor, here is the new Godox LT1 Creative Pixel LED Light:     The post […]

→ New SG-Image AF 15mm f/2.8 full-frame lens coming in 2027. → Coming soon for Nikon Z-mount: new 7artisans AF 18mm f/2 wide-angle APS-C lens. → Gura Gear camera back sale ends tomorrow. → Tilta will increase their prices on September 1st (check their products at B&H Photo and the […]

Here is an interview by Steve Simon from PhotoEducate with the legendary Jay Maisel – a lifelong Nikon photographer who passed away on August 24th at the age of 95: Jay Maisel was a lifelong Nikon photographer, although, as this interview makes clear, equipment was always secondary to what he […]

Nikon launched new savings in Europe: Nikon Germany Nikon UK The Nikon US and Nikon Canada rebates are ending soon: Nikon Canada – ending September 10th Nikon USA rebates – ending tomorrow: The post New Nikon savings launched in Europe appeared first on Nikon Rumors. Related posts: Nikon USA […]

A new Chinese company for photography equipment called 云朵工坊 (translated as “Cloud Workshop”) announed new decorative covers for Nikon F-mount lenses mounted on an FTZ adapter: Nikon’s F-mount lenses have a smaller diameter, making the combo weird-looking when attached to mirrorless […]

The new Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount is now in stock at: US: B&H Photo | Service Photo DE: Foto Erhardt UK: WEX Photo CA: Camera Canada Additional information on the Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 lens: Just announced: Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount Tamron to […]

Nikon is asleep again. With only two new lenses announced this year (70-200mm f/2.8 and 24-105mm f/4-7.1), I think it is time for Nikon to push some new products. The slowdown is real and is already reflected in the latest financial report and camera shipment market share. Several announcements […]

The previously reported 7artisans AF 10mm f/2.5 MAX full-frame fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount has been officially released and is available for purchase directly from the 7artisans online store (use code RUMORS for a discount). B&H Photo should list the lens on their website later today. […]

Nikon Canada launched new lens rebates that will expire on September 10th. Here is the list of discounted products at Camera Canada (the current Nikon US rebates can be found here): The post New Nikon lens rebates launched in Canada appeared first on Nikon Rumors. Related posts: Nikon US rebates […]

Today, Nikon announced that the Nikon Image Space (www.nikonimagespace.com) will be terminated on October 15, 2026. At the same time, the Nikon Imaging Cloud (imagingcloud.nikon.com) will be enhanced with 5GB of image storage and image sharing capabilities (a year later the Nikon Authenticity […]

    Nikon has officially announced only two new lenses this year, but they somehow managed to receive four EISA photography awards for 2026-2027 – not sure how all this works, but here is the full list of “winners”: Award Category Winner (B&H link) EISA Camera of the Year Sony Alpha 7 V […]

→ New Nikon promotion at Foto Erhardt: free memory card or B+W filter. When you buy a Nikon camera for €990 or more, you’ll receive a free Sony 128GB memory card. When you buy a Nikon Z lens for €501 or more, you’ll receive a free B+W filter. → In addition to the free worldwide The […]

A recent Japanese article (Bunshun Online / Bungeishunju magazine’s “Marunouchi Confidential” column from mid-August 2026) mentioned again the speculation about a potential Luxottica acquisition of Nikon. The article notes Nikon’s large losses for the fiscal year ending March 2026. Against […]