03-20-26 -

Viltrox announced a new retro compact folding Z2 flash for Nikon cameras
Viltrox announced a new retro compact folding Z2 flash for Nikon cameras, priced at $37: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Viltrox store Additional information: Foldable Design for Higher Flash Position and Portability TTL Mode for Sony, Nikon, Fuj...

03-20-26 -

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens is now shipping
The new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens is now shipping. I got multiple reports from European readers who have already received the new lens. Check for Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens availability at: US: B&H Photo &#...

03-20-26 -

Nikon Community Appreciation Day at Pauls Photo: students, educators, militar...
This Friday, March 20, and Saturday, March 21, 2026, Paul’s Photo is having a Nikon Community Appreciation Day where they will offer 10% off Nikon cameras, lenses, and binoculars to students, educators, US military, police, fire, EMT, nu...

03-18-26 -

Aiarty Image Matting streamlines background removal in photography workflows ...
Aiarty Image Matting streamlines background removal in photography workflows Modern Nikon cameras like the Z8, Z9, and the legendary D850 capture incredible detail, with every hair strand, feather, and fine texture rendered sharply. But that level...

03-18-26 -

SmallRig Spring Sale (coupon code included)
SmallRig started their Spring Sale (March 18–31) with 494 products on sale, including Nikon ZR cages, Nikon camera batteries (20% off), V-mount batteries (up to 40% off), and more. The SmallRig section for Nikon can be found here. Use the exclus...

03-17-26 -

New service advisory: Nikon reports manufacturing issue with some Z5II, Z6III...
Nikon issued a new service advisory about “manufacturing issues” with some Z5II, Z6III, and ZR cameras. Here are the details: Technical Service Advisory for users of the Nikon Z6III and Z5II mirrorless cameras and the Nikon ZR ...

03-17-26 -

Just released: Nikon ZR firmware update version 1.11, NX Tether version 2.5.0
Nikon released new ZR firmware update version 1.11 and NX Tether version 2.5.0: Nikon ZR firmware update version 1.11 Fixed an issue where the camera touch control would not respond as intended when [ON] was selected for [Touch controls] >...

03-16-26 -

Frame.io released an update expanding its Camera to Cloud support to include ...
Frame.io released an update expanding its Camera to Cloud (C2C) support to include JPEG and RAW stills from select Nikon cameras (see previous coverage). This allows Nikon shooters using the Z6III, Z8, Z9, or ZR models to upload photos directly to...

03-16-26 -

Profoto Connect Pro firmware update released with Nikon improvements
Profoto released a new firmware update that finally fixes power issues when using Profoto flashes on Nikon Z cameras in TTL mode: Improved TTL behavior for Nikon cameras. Lock screen functionality added (Press and hold the middle dial) Additional ...

03-16-26 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #878
I was traveling the last few days and will be trying to catch up with the missing coverage this week. → Aquatica announced new underwater housing for the Nikon ZR camera (Aquatica gear is sold at B&H Photo). → Sea&Sea released...

03-13-26 -

This custom Casio M-Edition N168 watch is inspired by the iconic Nikon cameras
This just-released custom Casio M-Edition N168 watch by PPP Cameras is inspired by the iconic Nikon cameras. The watch features: A striking yellow display, echoing Nikon’s signature branding Completing the look is a canvas watch strap wi...

03-12-26 -

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens is expected to start shipp...
Amazon informed existing pre-order customers that the estimated delivery date of the new Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 Mark II lens is now March 27: Check for Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens availability at: US: B&H Photo | Paul...

03-10-26 -

Venus Optics announced a new Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D tilt-shift lens for Nikon ...
The previously reported Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D tilt-shift lens for Nikon Z-mount from Venus Optics is now officially announced. Check for pre-orders at B&H Photo and the Laowa online store (international shipping available). Additional info...

03-09-26 -

JPEG photos timestamp function coming to the Nikon Zf camera?
In their Nikon report from the 2026 CP+ show in Japan, Phototrend spotted a new, not-yet-announced Nikon Zf feature – a digital timestamp directly on your images, similar to what film cameras used to have a few decades ago: While care...

03-08-26 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #877
→ New Peak Design bags are now listed for funding on Kickstarter, and they have already raised over $1.4M in just a few days (more Kickstarter funding projects). → DxO launched PureRAW 6 – you can get 10% off all DxO products wit...

03-08-26 -

TTartisan announced a new 17mm f/4 tilt-shift lens for Nikon Z-mount
TTartisan announced a new 17mm f/4 tilt-shift lens for Nikon Z-mount. Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo and at the official TTartisan online store (TTartisan 5% off code: RUMORS). Additional information: Lens key features: Ultra-Wide 17...

03-07-26 -

The shipment of the new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens could be d...
Nikon Japan has updated the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 Mark II lens listing on their online store with the statement: “Due to the overwhelming number of orders we have received for this product, it may take some time for delivery.&#822...

03-06-26 -

Top 10 most viewed NikonRumors posts for February 2026
Here are the most popular NikonRumors posts for February 2026: Here is a new set of rumored Nikon Z9 II camera specifications What to expect from Nikon in 2026 (updated) Nikon to announce the rumored Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 II lens tonight Rumors ...

03-05-26 -

Samyang is waiting on licensing from Nikon to start making Z-mount lenses
Phototrend published their report on Samyang from the 2026 CP+ show, where the South Korean lens manufacturer confirmed that they are waiting on licensing from Nikon to start making Z-mount lenses: “As for a potential move to Canon RF an...

03-04-26 -

Nikon US rebates for March
Nikon USA started new rebates for the month of March: B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo Rebates by categories (see full list): Mirrorless Cameras Mirrorless Lenses DSLR Cameras DSLR Lenses Accessories The latest Nikon Europe rebates c...

03-04-26 -

Detailed report on the Nikon and third-party Chinese Z-mount lens manufacturers
This post on Chinese social media details the situation with Nikon and third-party Z-mount lens manufacturers. Here is the translated AI recap: On March 2, 2026, the patent dispute between Nikon and Viltrox over the Nikon Z mount officially enter...

03-04-26 -

Meike temporarily stopped selling Z-mount lenses in China, all Chinese lens b...
Today Meike issued an official statement and also temporarily stopped selling Nikon Z-mount lenses in China: Here is the translation: Meike’s Statement Regarding the Temporary Removal of Z-Mount Lenses Recently, rumors have circulated on...

03-04-26 -

Huge Nikon price increase in China up to 42% for some lenses
Nikon introduces a huge price increase in China – up to 42% for some lenses. Leica is also raising its prices in the US, and I have the feeling that other brands will follow. The main reasons are tariffs, rising component/material costs,...

03-04-26 -

The Nikon Coolpix P1100 and P950 super-zoom cameras are now $100 off
The Nikon Coolpix P1100 and P950 super-zoom point-and-shoot cameras are now $100 off in the US: Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Nikon COOLPIX P950 The Nikon Coolpix P1100 is also discounted in Europe: Foto Erhardt WEX Photo Always impressive to see the 24-300...

03-03-26 -

NASA Artemis II astronauts will take the 10-year-old Nikon D5 DSLR camera aro...
NASA Artemis II astronauts will take the 10-year-old Nikon D5 DSLR camera (you can still get one today) around the moon. Here is why: “Artemis II’s astronauts will have two Nikon D5 digital single-lens reflex cameras available inside t...

03-03-26 -

CIPA data for January 2026
CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2026, black: 2025, blue: 2024): January 2026 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (all comparisons to MTD 2025) Narrative: January 2026 CIPA has...

03-02-26 -

Stores and distributors in China are removing all Sirui Z-mount lenses
Several Chinese sources report that Sirui has removed Z-mount lenses from online stores. Apparently, all official Sirui stores and most distributors have removed all Z-mount lenses from their Taobao listings (China’s largest e-commerce p...

03-01-26 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #876
→ New Atomos Ninja RAW 5.2″ HDMI monitor/recorder announced. → You can now buy rail hot-shoe covers in Japan – “toritetsu” or train hobby photography is very popular in Japan.   → Interesting: Nikon let the D7 and D9...

02-28-26 -

Lomography Nour Triplet V 2.0/64 Bokeh Control Art lens for Nikon Z-mount now...
This is not a new lens, but I just noticed that I have not covered it on the website, and pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo (available in brass and aluminum). Additional information: “The Nour Triplet V 2.0/64 Bokeh Control ...

02-28-26 -

More new third-party Z-mount lenses at the 2026 CP+ show
Here are several new third-party Z-mount lenses announced/on display at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan (see also this page): The 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 full-frame lens for Z-mount is coming soon (check the website for updates; Viltrox recently join...

02-28-26 -

New Nikon Spring discounts launched in Europe
Nikon launched a new Spring discounts program in Europe that offers savings up to €700 instantly – see the details at (this offer is valid until March 30th): Foto Erhardt WEX Photo The new Nikon USA March rebates will start next week &...

02-26-26 -

Nikon ZR BayHem neon camera on display at the 2026 CP+ show
At the 2026 CP+ show in Japan (see detailed coverage), Nikon has on display the Nikon ZR “BayHem” neon camera – a one-off model Nikon gave to Michael Bay before the official launch (previously reported here):     This trend is comi...

02-25-26 -

Here are the other third-party Z-mount lenses announced at the 2026 CP+ show
Here are a few other third-party Z-mount lenses announced at the 2026 CP+ show:   Brightin Star 50mm f/2 TRI-SIGHT lens for Nikon Z-mount with switchable triple rendering modes: SMOOTH, PRIME, FOAMS (development announcement, check website for up...

02-25-26 -

MonsterAdapter to announce two new Z-mount adapters: LA-FZ11 for Nikon F-moun...
At the 2026 CP+ show, which starts tomorrow, MonsterAdapter will announce two new Z-mount adapters: MonsterAdapter LA-FZ11 (the previous version was LA-FZ1): manual-focus enhanced adapter for Nikon F-mount non-CPU lenses, designed exclusively for ...

02-25-26 -

First Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens YouTube reviews
Here are the first Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens YouTube reviews (pre-orders now open at B&H, Erhardt, WEX, and Camera Canada): The post First Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens YouTube reviews appeared first on Nik...

02-24-26 -

Here are the Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens YouTube videos
Here are the Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens official YouTube videos (pre-orders now open at B&H, Erhardt, WEX, and CCanada): The post Here are the Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens YouTube videos appeared first on Niko...

02-24-26 -

Coming soon: new Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 lens for Nikon Z mount
Cosina was already teasing the display of new lens prototypes at the 20260 CP+ show at Pacifico Yokohama, starting February 26, 2026. One of the new lenses is a Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 lens for Nikon Z mount. This will be the 15th V...

02-24-26 -

Comparing the new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens with the previou...
A specifications comparison between the new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens (left) and the old version (right) can be found here: Model Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II (new) Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S (old) Price $3,197 $2,897 Short D...

02-24-26 -

Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens pre-order links
Here are the updated Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens pre-order links: US: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo DE: Foto Erhardt UK: WEX Photo CA: Camera Canada Shipping will start in late March 20...

02-24-26 -

Zeiss Otus ML 35mm f/1.4 lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced
Cosina officially announced the previously reported Zeiss Otus ML 1.4/35 lens for Nikon Z-mount. Shipping will start in April 2026. Pre-orders are now open at: US: B&H Photo DE: Foto Erhardt UK: WEX Photo This is the third Otus ML lens for...

02-23-26 -

New Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens officially announced, availabl...
The previously rumored Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens is now officially announced and available for pre-order: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo Foto Erhardt WEX Photo Camera Canada Additional infor...

02-23-26 -

Nikon to announce the rumored Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 II lens tonight
Tonight, Nikon is expected to officially announce the previously rumored Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 II lens: Nikon is rumored to announce a new Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 Mark II lens Check for pre-order listings at: B&H Photo Foto Erhardt WEX P...

02-22-26 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #875
→ PolarPro released a new lens filter that simulates the look of Kodak Portra 400 film. Different sizes are available for purchase from B&H Photo (additional information). → Nikon announced new binoculars: Nikon MONARCH M5 10×...

02-21-26 -

The new Voigtlander SEPTON 40mm f/2 Aspherical lens for Nikon Z-mount is now ...
The new Voigtlander SEPTON 40mm f/2 Aspherical lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for pre-order: B&H Photo Foto Erhardt WEX Photo (coming soon) Additional information on the new lens can be found here: New Voigtlander SEPTON 40mm f/2 ...

02-21-26 -

The latest updates from DxO, ON1, and Skylum
This month, DxO Labs released new DxO camera and lens modules for three Z-mount lenses (additional information + get 10% off DxO products with code RUMORS): Viltrox AF 135mm F1.8 LAB Z (Nikon Z) Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air Z DX (Nikon Z DX) Viltr...

02-20-26 -

Field Made released new labels for Viltrox Z-mount lenses
Field Made released new labels for the Viltrox Z-mount lenses – now available for purchase on their website: You can use the discount code rumors for 10% off. Previous coverage of Field Made indicator labels for Nikon lenses, cameras,...

02-19-26 -

New Tamron Link accessory and Lens Utility Mobile app released
In addition to the new 35-100mm f/2.8 DI III VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount, Tamron also announced a new Tamron Link accessory (model TL-01) for wireless lens control and a new Lens Utility Mobile app (now compatible with iOS in addition to Android ...

02-18-26 -

Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 DI III VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced
The previously reported Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 DI III VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced. This is the 10th Tamron lens for Nikon Z-mount. Pre-orders for the new lens should already be open at: US: B&H Photo | Pa...

02-18-26 -

Reminder: Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 DI III VXD lens for Z-mount announcement tonight
In a few hours, Tamron will officially announce the previously reported 35-100mm f/2.8 DI III VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount. Check for pre-order options at: US: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo UK: WEX Photo DE: F...

02-18-26 -

A new version of the Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 lens coming soon?
B&H Photo is currently listing two different versions of the Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 lens with two different prices and the more expensive listing is labeled as “New Release”: This could be a mistake, but also &...