Category Archives: Nikon

First Nikon Z6 III rumors

Here are the first Nikon Z6 III rumors: Nikon Z6III expected in early 2024 (in Q1, between January and April) New 24.5 MP BSI sensor Better ergonomics compared to the Z6 6K ProRes RAW video support Pixel-shift (previously reported here) Vari–angle LCD screen Higher fps than Z6II Nikon Z8 or similar focusing system (previously reported […]

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The latest interchangeable lenses market share in Japan

BCN Raniking published the latest interchangeable lenses market share for Japan – third-party manufacturers now account for 30%-40% of all interchangeable lenses sold and their presence is growing. Here are the top 5: Sigma: 18.9% Tamron: 17.8% Sony: 14.5% Nikon: 14.2% Canon: 12.9% https://photorumors.com/black-friday/ Via Digicame-info

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The latest financial results from Nikon, Ricoh, Fujifilm, Canon, and Tamron

Nikon second quarter financial results released – “Growth trends in the market for digital camera-interchangeable lens type are greater than expected in the previous forecast”: Revenue : ¥331.2B (Up ¥42.9B YoY) Operating profit : ¥ 13.6B (Down ¥10.8B YoY) Revenues grew on strong sales in the Imaging Products Business, increased sales volumes of ArF lithography […]

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Nikon announced a new Nikkor Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S lens

The previously rumored Nikon Nikkor Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S lens is now officially announced: Pre-orders: US: Adorama | Amazon | B&H DE: Erhardt | Calumet | Koch UK: WEX | Jessops | Park CA: Camera Canada Size comparison Shipping starts in late October Additional information Sample photos Press release MTF and lens configuration diagram […]

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Nikon announced new NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena lens

The previously reported Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena lens is now officially announced. Pre-orders are now open at: US: B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon | Paul’s | Service DE: Erhardt | Koch | Calumet UK: WEX | Jessops| Park CA: Camera Canada Press release Additional information is available here and here. Sample photos can be found here. Primary Features of the NIKKOR Z 135mm […]

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Nikon is teasing “Plena”: a new 135mm f/1.8 lens possibly with defocus control?

Nikon has a new teaser (listed as a lens at B&H) – probably for a new Nikkor Plena 135mm f/1.8 lens, possibly with defocus control:

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Nikon Zf retro full-frame mirrorless camera officially announced

The previously rumored Nikon Zf retro full-frame mirrorless camera is now officially announced: Pre-orders: Adorama | B&H | Amazon | Erhardt | Calumet | Koch | Jessops | Park | WEX | Camera Canada Hands-on report Nikon Zf photoshoot Nikon Zf videos Additional coverage Foto Erhardt offers a free SmallRig grip with every Zf purchase More information […]

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First leaked press photo of the Nikon Zf camera

Here is the first leaked press photo of the Nikon Zf camera: The official announcement should be around midnight tonight. See previous NikonRumors posts for additional coverage. Nikon Zf promo video leaked online: pic.twitter.com/wjNzPiYcME — Nikon Rumors (@nikonrumors) September 20, 2023 Via NikonRumors The latest Nikon Zf full-frame retro mirrorless camera rumors and leaked pictures The latest […]

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Nikon Zf camera announcement tomorrow

The Nikon Zf retro-inspired mirrorless full-frame camera is rumored to be officially announced tomorrow, Tuesday around midnight EST. Here are the leaked specifications:

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After two recalls the Nikon Z8 is back in stock in the US (current Z8 inventory has all issues fixed)

After recalling all existing inventory in order to fix two different problems, the Nikon Z8 camera is now back in stock: Adorama B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo Amazon US (Amazon Canada also has a few in stock) The current batch fo Nikon Z8 cameras should have all previously reported issues fixed. Via NikonRumors

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