04-01-25 -

Nikon introduces Nikzon, an advanced hemorrhoidal cream, marking a strategic ...
To further diversify its product portfolio, Nikon Corp. introduced “Nikzon” – a new advanced hemorrhoidal cream, marking a strategic expansion into pharmaceutical relief solutions. Here are some pictures of the packag...

04-01-25 -

Nikon Z9II camera slides leaked online
Nikon Z9II camera slides leaked online:   The post Nikon Z9II camera slides leaked online appeared first on Nikon Rumors. Related posts: Additional Nikon Z9II camera rumors Details of the upcoming Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens f...

03-31-25 -

Rumors: the upcoming Nikon Z5II camera will have a dedicated Picture Control ...
⇒ Follow and like the new NikonRumors Facebook Page ⇐ More Nikon Z5II camera rumors (see my previous post for the specifications): The upcoming Nikon Z5II camera is rumored to have a dedicated Picture Control button on the top plate, similar ...

03-30-25 -

Rumored Nikon Z5II camera specifications
⇒ Follow and like the new NikonRumors Facebook Page ⇐ Here are the rumored Nikon Z5II camera specifications: No top display Size and weight are almost identical to the current Nikon Z5 (see specs) 14 fps RAW, 30 fps JPEG shooting Dual SD card...

03-30-25 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #826
→ New Delkin Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type B VPG400 Black memory cards for professional production announced. → Peak Design launched a new Roller Pro carry-on luggage on Kickstarter and raised almost $10 million! → SmallRig announced the SmallRig...

03-29-25 -

Now available: FieldMade fully customizable vinyl indicator labels for any Ni...
I already reported that FieldMade introduced a new feature where you can create your own labels. The fully customizable vinyl indicator labels for any Nikon Z or F mount lens or camera are now listed on their website: Customizable Vinyl Indicators...

03-29-25 -

Nikon filed for a Z Cinema trademark is that the end of the RED brand?
Nikon recently filed for a “Z Cinema” trademark: Could that be the end of the RED brand? Maybe they will use the new trademark for lenses only or the rumored Nikon Z cinema/video camera? A new Nikon Z video-oriented camera is r...

03-29-25 -

Opinion: a new compact fixed-lens camera from Nikon would be a nice surprise
Do you remember the Nikon DL fixed-lens 1″-sensor compact cameras that were announced back in 2016 and were discontinued a few months later before they even started shipping? I think Nikon should update them and bring them back. They alr...

03-27-25 -

Nikon March rebates ending soon (+ new Tamron & Viltrox savings)
The current Nikon USA rebates are ending on March 30th: Amazon B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo The Nikon EU/UK rebates are ending on April 1st: Foto Koch  Foto Erhardt Calumet WEX Photo The Nikon Canada winter sales event is also e...

03-27-25 -

Nikon Z5II camera announcement on April 2nd
This is an update to my previous post: the rumored Nikon Z5II camera is expected to be announced next week on April 2nd (USA time midnight) or April 3rd (Beijing time). The new Nikon Z5II camera will be based on the Nikon Zf and will have some of ...

03-26-25 -

RED KOMODO RF mount camera price drop: now $2,995 ($2,000 off) + new firmware...
The RED KOMODO camera with RF mount now has a big $2,000 price drop (currently priced at $2,995). FYI: the new Z-mount KOMODO is priced at $6,995. I think it is safe to assume that RED will no longer announce cameras with RF mount. RED recently in...

03-25-25 -

More third party Z-mount lenses coming soon: Viltrox 50mm f/2 and ZY Optics 5...
Viltrox is rumored to announce a new AF 50mm f/2.0 Air full-frame lens for Nikon Z mount in April 2025 (previously reported here): New Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 Air full-frame lens (Z/E) coming in April 2025 Zyhongyi Optics is expected to announce a ne...

03-24-25 -

The Nikon Z5II camera is rumored to be announced next week: The mini Z6III
The Nikon Z5II camera is rumored to be announced next week, and it was described to me as the “Mini Z6III” (the Z5II will have some tech from the Nikon Z6III). Funny how this works: the Nikon Z5II will be the mini Z6II, which ...

03-24-25 -

Upcoming Nikon photography classes
Upcoming Nikon photography classes with Steve Simon: Nikon Z8/Z9 Tokyo Masterclass with Steve Simon: March 29, 2025 Tokyo Photobook Masterclass with Steve Simon & Soichi Hayashi: June 1-7, 2025 Peltier Photo also offers several Nikon onlin...

03-23-25 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #825
→ FieldMade introduced a new feature where you can customize your indicator labels for Nikon lenses and cameras. They gave an example of a Z 50 T2.0 lens with an 82mm front filter. → SmallRig is currently running a Spring Sale on select Niko...

03-22-25 -

Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports lens for Sony E-mount tested on the Nikon Z9...
Dariusz Breś tested the new Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports lens for Sony E-mount on the Nikon Z9 (with the Megadap Pro adapter): Summary We have reached the end of my review of the Snow White Sigma. This time, I wanted it to be more than just a...

03-20-25 -

Topaz Labs Gigapixel 8.3 released with a $15 discount
Today Topaz Labs released Gigapixel 8.3.0 with the all-new and most advanced image recovery model yet, Recover 2. It’s designed to restore detail in old and low-res photos, illustrations, and more. Topaz is offering a limited-time $15 disco...

03-19-25 -

Comparing the Nikon Nikkor Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena lens with the new Viltrox AF...
Here is a quick specifications comparison of the Nikon Nikkor Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena lens with the new Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens (order the new Viltrox 135 Z lens at Viltrox  | Pergear | Amazon | B&H &am...

03-19-25 -

Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount available for pre-order
The new Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount is available for pre-order: International: Viltrox  | Pergear US: Amazon | B&H (coming soon) DE: Foto Koch | Foto Erhardt Viltrox and Amazon have the l...

03-18-25 -

The Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 lens is now in stock in the US and Canada
The Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 lens is now in stock in the US and Canada: US: Amazon | B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo CA: Camera Canada Comparing the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 and 35mm f/1.4 to ...

03-18-25 -

The latest camera bags from Peak Design, WANDRD, Gura Gear, and Think Tank Photo
Here are the latest camera bags: Peak Design Roller Pro carry-on luggage has already raised over $8,300,000 on Kickstarter. Think Tank Photo introduced new Walker Pro camera backpack series. The Gura Gear Kiboko 30L+ camera bag in Forest Green...

03-18-25 -

Reminder: the Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount will be offic...
The Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount will be officially announced tomorrow. Pre-orders should open soon at: Viltrox (international shipping) B&H Photo Amazon     In the US, Viltrox lenses are sold at Adorama, B&#3...

03-17-25 -

The latest Nikon rebates for March 2025
Here are the latest deals and offers for March 2025: Nikon US rebates: B&H Photo | Amazon | Paul’s | Service Nikon Canada rebates: Camera Canada | Amazon.ca Nikon EU rebates: Erhardt &#12...

03-16-25 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #824
→ Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 S lens sample photos (page could be NSFW).     → New SmallRig 9 in 1 CFexpress type B photography docking station: Amazon | B&H Photo | SmallRig store. → The real hero of the 2025 CP+ show (c...

03-15-25 -

Now in stock: Viltrox E-Z AF lens adapter (Sony E lens to Nikon Z camera)
The previously reported Viltrox E-Z AF lens adapter (Sony E lens to Nikon Z camera) is now in stock at: B&H Photo Amazon Viltrox Store (international shipping) Additional informtion: 4mm thick Lightweight Corrosion resistant Support autof...

03-15-25 -

The 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards competition is now open for entries
The 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards competition is now open for entries (the deadline is June, 30th 2025): NCWA 2025: we are open for entries The most entertaining and joyful photo competition in the world, the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards are b...

03-15-25 -

Update: the rumored Nikon Z5II camera could be announced in April
A quick update on my previous posts: Camerainsider reports that the rumored Nikon Z5II camera will be announced in April. On March 6th, I reported that the Z5II is expected around May: “The Nikon Z5II camera is rumored/expected to be ann...

03-14-25 -

What to expect next: an updated list of upcoming/rumored Nikon cameras and Ni...
Here is an updated list of “What to expect next from Nikon“: Confirmed upcoming cameras: Nikon Z9II: most likely in 2026, we may see a development announcement in late 2025 Nikon Z5II: expected around May 2025 Nikon Z video camera: scheduled f...

03-13-25 -

A new Nikon Z video-oriented camera is rumored to be announced later this yea...
I have been reporting for a while that Nikon will release a new video-oriented Z-mount camera with some RED tech inside (not a new RED camera with Z-mount – we already got that). I have some new information on those rumors. The new model...

03-13-25 -

The new Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL Pro APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is n...
The new Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL Pro APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for pre-order at B&H Photo: Additional information on the lens: Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL PRO APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced...

03-12-25 -

The Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount will be released on March ...
    The previously reported Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount will be officially released on March 19: In the US, Viltrox lenses are sold at Adorama, B&H, and Amazon. International shipping is available at Pergear and t...

03-11-25 -

What about the Nikon Z30 and Zfc APS-C cameras?
The Nikon Z30 and the Zfc APS-C mirrorless cameras will soon be 3 and 4 years old (the Z30 was announced in June 2022, while the Zfc came out in June 2021). Nikon seems to be on a 4-5 years refresh cycle for their mirrorless cameras. I am actually...

03-11-25 -

The 5-Day Deal Landscape Photography Bundle 2025 deal is ending today
Just a quick reminder: the 5-Day Deal Landscape Photography Bundle 2025 ends today: Top landscape photography resources Curated by industry experts 95%+ savings $10,000+ giveaway The products in the bundle retail and sell for more than $1,000 Mast...

03-11-25 -

Additional information on the upcoming MonsterAdapter LA-FZ1 lens adapter wit...
MonsterAdapter posted some additional information on the upcoming LA-FZ1 lens adapter that allows the use of Nikon F-mount lenses on Nikon Z-mount cameras with built-in focus and aperture motors (MonsterAdapters are sold at B&H and Amazo...

03-10-25 -

JAXA astronauts Ayu Yoneda and Makoto Suwa receive Nikon photography training
JAXA astronauts Ayu Yoneda and Makoto Suwa receive Nikon photography training: Nikon has provided photography training for JAXA astronauts Ayu Yoneda and Makoto Suwa. This training focused on using the Z9 mirrorless camera and Z-series NIKKOR Z le...

03-10-25 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #823
→ Nikon issued a specificati0n correction for the Z50II camera (battery life issue). → Kipon Elegeanr series lenses for Nikon Z-mount cameras. → Five new Petzval lenses were on display at the 2025 CP+ show (not officially announced yet).   ...

03-09-25 -

CIPA January 2025 stats
CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2024, black: 2023, blue: 2022): January 2025 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (All comparisons to YTD 2024) Narrative: January 2025 CIPA has...

03-06-25 -

The Nikon Z5II camera is rumored/expected around May this year
The Nikon Z5II camera is rumored/expected to be announced around May this year. Of course, the release timeframe can change, but this is what I have for now. The new Nikon Z5II camera will be based on the Nikon Zf and have some tech from the Nikon...

03-05-25 -

Tomorrow is the last day to get the 5DayDeal Landscape Photography Bundle pre...
Tomorrow is the last day to get the 5DayDeal Landscape Photography Bundle 2025 pre-order savings. Like in previous years, the 2025 5DayDeal Landscape Photography Bundle contains a package of photography tools at a significant discount. Several di...

03-05-25 -

Nikon is making a push into the educational market for RED+Nikon Z video feat...
I was told that Nikon is making a huge push into the educational market for RED and new video features on Z cameras. They have hired educational reps to take on Sony and Canon in the film school space. If you have seen any signs of this, please co...

03-05-25 -

Here are the four new third-party lenses for Nikon Z-mount you can actually b...
Of all the new third-party lenses for Nikon Z-mount announced and displayed at the 2025 CP+ show in Japan, only four are available for purchase today – all others will be released at a later date: Viltrox AF 25mm f/1.7 Air APS-C lens for...

03-04-25 -

Nikon booth at the 2025 CP+ show
Here are some pictures of the Nikon booth at the 2025 CP+ show: The post Nikon booth at the 2025 CP+ show appeared first on Nikon Rumors. Related posts: Pictures: Nikon at the 2025 CES show Nikon & RED will take part in the 2025 Bild E...

03-04-25 -

Megadap ETZ21 Pro adapter used in space by NASA astronaut Don Pettit aboard t...
Megadap issued a press release about their ETZ21 Pro adapter (Amazon | B&H Photo) being used in space by NASA astronaut Don Pettit in the International Space Station (ISS): From NASA’s ISS to RED Cinema Camera &#8211...

03-04-25 -

Nikon & RED will take part in the 2025 Bild Expo by B&H Photo in June (free r...
Nikon & RED will take part in the upcoming 2025 Bild Expo by B&H Photo – the free registration is now open (previously reported here): The free registration for the 2025 Bild Expo by B&H Photo is now open Via Pho...

03-03-25 -

Vimeo launches short film grant in partnership with Nikon and RED (five $30,0...
Vimeo launches inaugural short film grant in Partnership with Nikon and RED (submissions open March 10, 2025): Program provides up to $150,000 to support up-and-coming filmmakers and drive a new generation of talent — Submissions open Ma...

03-02-25 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #822
→ The new 2025 5DayDeal Landscape Photography Bundle is now live. → The Nikon Z5 and Z50II are now almost the same price (the Z5 is now $400 off, refurbished Z5 is even cheaper). → New: NiSi Wizard W-73 camera bracket for mirrorless cameras...

03-01-25 -

New: ElevationLab Arca-Swiss tripod plate with a hidden AirTag
ElevationLab released a new Arca-Swiss TagVault tripod plate with a hidden AirTag: The best way to keep an AirTag on your camera Premium carbon fiber composite body CNC machined stainless security Torx screw Minimal, discreet, and low-profile, it ...

02-28-25 -

MonsterAdapter LA-FZ1 officially announced (Nikon F-mount lenses to Nikon Z-m...
The previously reported MonsterAdapter LA-FZ1 (F-Z AF adapter with AF support for old Nikkor F-mount AF lenses) is now officially announced (MonsterAdapters are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon): February 27, 2025, Yokohama, Japan. On the occa...

02-28-25 -

New Nikon savings in Europe: up to 1,000 (Sofortrabatt)
  As I mentioned earlier, Nikon started a new Spring Promotion in Europe (Sofortrabatt), where you can get up to €1,000 off on select cameras and lenses – see the full list here. The post New Nikon savings in Europe: up to €1,000 (S...

02-27-25 -

The current Nikon USA winter rebates are ending this weekend, and new spring ...
The current Nikon USA winter rebates are set to expire in 3 days: Adorama | B&H Photo | Amazon | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo Several telephoto Z lenses currently have increased savings (the lowest...