Nikon Rumors

Roland, the person behind the Nikon serial website Photosynthesis, recently contacted me to inform me that Nikon has shifted production of some lenses from China to Vietnam. The example given was with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 lens (now $200 off) – initially, the lens was made in China: […]

The latest Nikon rebates for July can be found at: B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo Here are the details: Nikon Z Series Mirrorless Cameras Z9, Z8, Z7, Z6, Z5, Z30, Zf, Zfc Nikon ZR Cinema Camera with 35mm f/1.4 Lens Kit Nikon Z-Series Mirrorless Lenses Nikon DSLR Cameras D850, D780, […]

Godox launched a new Lux Junior II retro camera flash for Nikon cameras. Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo. Additional information is available here and here: TTL, Manual, Multi & Auto Modes Compatible with Nikon i-TTL 2.4 GHz Wireless Receiver Built-In Rechargeable USB-C Battery 1.5 […]

Peak Design designed a new modular field L-bracket system for Nikon Z cameras (with an AirTag pocket) and is currently crowdfunding the project on Kickstarter. In just the first few hours, they already raised over $200k: The new Peak Design modular field L-bracket system is compatible with Z6 III, […]

→ New Think Tank Photo Airport camera backpacks introduced (additional information). → WANDRD introduced new magnetic camera straps on Kickstarter: magnetic camera straps with patent-pending features built for speed, security, and a better way to carry your camera (already raised over […]

The Nikon Z9, Z8, Z6, Z7, and Zf cameras have dual gain ISO – this means it’s better to shoot at ISO 500 than at ISO 250, due to the wider dynamic range and less noise. This is a guest post by Dariusz Breś (Instagram | Facebook | Flickr | Previous posts): The Nikon Z9, like most modern […]

This first look of the just-announced Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount (now in stock at B&H Photo and Foto Erhardt) is by Scott Tucker (website | Instagram | YouTube): The quest for a small lens, one that feels like a bespoke match for my Nikon mirrorless cameras and, in […]

Meike officially released the new AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX Ⅱ full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount – currently in stock at the official Meike store (coming soon to B&H Photo). The price is $569. The lens is also available in black, white, and white/black colors: Here is the list of lens updates: […]

The previously reported Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount has been officially announced. Orders are now open at: US: B&H Photo DE: Foto Erhardt Worldwide: Viltrox store Comparison between the Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 and the new Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 lens can be found here. The […]

The previously reported Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount (model A084) was just announced. Pre-orders are now open at: US: B&H Photo DE: Foto Erhardt UK: WEX Photo CA: Camera Canada Additional information about the new lens can be found here: Beyond the Scope of Vision — […]

The official Nikon Direct Store in Japan released several new limited edition items (additional information) – Nikon should make them available for sale to the rest of the world! Here are some of the new items: Nikon lens configuration diagram tenugui (Japanese hand towel): Nikon Zf bottle […]

The above Nikon Z9 image from Artemis II enables major scientific discovery: large-scale morphology of the optical F-corona: Researchers have published a peer-reviewed scientific paper demonstrating that a single publicly released JPEG image taken with a commercially available Nikon Z9 during […]

This article, “Parallax Monitor/ZR Ctl: the Nikon Z-series control app you will want on every shoot,” is written by Mike Aguado (YouTube channel). The app was previously reported in this post: The latest Nikon ZR accessories: skins, cages, underwater housings, third-party apps Here is the guest […]

→ The new SG-Image 35mm f/2.2 AF full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount is now in stock at Amazon (three different versions available: black, silver, and CE). Additional information on the lens is available here. → The Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount will be announced on July […]

Tamron will soon announce a new 12-20mm f/2.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount (model A084). Here are the details: Focal Length: 12-20mm ultra-wide zoom Maximum Aperture: Constant F2.8 throughout the zoom range (ideal for astrophotography, nightscapes, and interior shooting) Format: Di III (full-frame […]

TTartisan released a new AF 17mm f/1.8 Air APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount, priced at $148 (see silver version). Pre-orders should now be open at: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: TTartisan store (use code RUMORS for 5% off) Lens key features: 17mm wide-angle view F1.8 large aperture Approx. 161-178g […]

A new fast/top-of-the-line/high-end/professional Nikon APS-C (DX) camera has been rumored for a while. There were some unconfirmed reports that this could be a mini-Nikon ZR model with some RED tech inside. The RED Komodo, for example, features a Super 35mm sensor, commonly regarded as an APS-C […]

Steve Simon will have a Nikon Z8/Z9 masterclass in London this weekend (July 12th). Here are the details: If you own a Nikon Z8 or Z9, this immersive London masterclass is your opportunity to finally take full control of your camera and unlock its true potential – fast. In one powerful day, […]

Here are the latest Z-mount lenses from Chinese lens manufacturers: Songraw announced a new AF 85mm f/1.2 MS “Youth Edition” full-frame lens made entirely of aviation-grade aluminum (in the US, Songraw lenses are sold at Amazon): TTArtisan will soon announce a new AF 85mm f/1.8 lens from the […]

Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.10 for the Z50II camera. Here is what’s new: ■ Still Photography/Video Recording Changed the following item names in Picture Controls: [Cloud Picture Control] changed to [Imaging Recipe]. [Add Cloud Picture Control files] under [Set Picture […]