12-19-25 -

TTArtisan released a new silver version of their AF 40mm f/2 full-frame lens ...
TTAr­ti­san released a new silver version of their AF 40mm f/2 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount: TTArtisan online store Amazon B&H Photo (not open for pre-order yet) Additional information: Additional information on the TTAr­ti­san AF...

12-19-25 -

Aiarty Video Enhancer: Denoise, Sharpen, Upscale, and Perfect Nikon Videos (L...
Aiarty Video Enhancer: Denoise, Sharpen, Upscale, and Perfect Nikon Videos (Lowest Price of the Year) Most Nikon cameras, whether you’re using a Z mirrorless body or a classic DSLR, are capable of beautiful video output. But real-world condition...

12-17-25 -

Nikon NX Studio version 1.10.1 released (+ new Nikon Webcam Utility for Mac v...
Nikon released NX Studio version 1.10.1 with two changes: Added support for macOS Tahoe version 26 (NX Studio version 1.10.0 or later) Fixed some minor issues Back in June, Nikon also released a new Webcam Utility for Mac version 1.2.0, which I mi...

12-17-25 -

New release: 7Artisans MF 6mm f/2 220 APS-C fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount
The previously reported 7Artisans MF 6mm f/2 220° APS-C fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: 7Artisans store Additional information can be found here: Here is an updated list of photo gear...

12-17-25 -

Announced: Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount
  The previously reported Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced with a price of $999 (for comparison, the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S lens is now $2,597 after a $400 rebate): US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Vi...

12-16-25 -

If you missed Black Friday, Topaz Labs just started a new Holiday Sale
If you missed Black Friday, Topaz Labs just started a new Holiday Sale that includes Topaz Studio, Studio Pro, and all single apps (valid from December 16th to January 7th). Here are the details: For new customers: 35% off Topaz Studio & S...

12-15-25 -

Major Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 and minor Nikon Z5II firmware upd...
    As some readers correctly guessed in the comments section of my previous post, Nikon just released a major Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 and a minor Nikon Z5II firmware update version 1.10. Here are the details: Nikon Z9 firmware u...

12-15-25 -

Something new could be announced or released in the next 24-48 hours
Nikon may announce or release something new in the next 24-48 hours. I am not sure what it is – it could just be a firmware update. Stay tuned for updates. What to expect next from Nikon? The post Something new could be announced or rele...

12-15-25 -

New 7Artisans MF 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced...
The previously reported 7Artisans MF 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and available for pre-order at: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Artisans online store Additional information: Updated list of latest/upcoming...

12-14-25 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #865
→ New promotion in Germany: free FTZ II adapter with the purchase of a Nikon Z8 camera. → A new and improved version of the Yongnuo 50mm f/1.8 Z DF full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z mount is coming soon (B&H Photo still lists the o...

12-14-25 -

October CIPA 2025: camera and lens shipments are up substantially
Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2025, black: 2024, blue: 2023): October 2025 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (All comparisons to YTD 2024) Narrative: October 2025 CIPA has predicted 6.66m ILCs, 1.1.92m ...

12-13-25 -

DxO adds support for three Nikon Z-mount lenses
DxO Labs released 1,846 new DxO camera and lens modules, including support for three Nikon Z-mount lenses Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 (Nikon Z mount) Zeiss Otus 85mm ML f/1.4 Z (Nikon Z mount) The new D...

12-12-25 -

Brightin Star 24mm f/1.8 full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount announce...
The previously reported Brightin Star 24mm f/1.8 full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and is currently in stock at the official online store and on Amazon (check out the Brightin Star Amazon Store as well). Y...

12-11-25 -

More new third-party lenses for Nikon Z-mount
Here is an updated list of the latest/upcoming/rumored third-party Chinese lenses for Nikon Z-mount: Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro lens Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens Viltrox tilt-shift lens Viltrox AF 35-50mm f/1.4 zoom lens maybe? 7Artisans MF 50mm f/1...

12-11-25 -

Nikon Comedy Wildlife 2025 winners announced
The winner of the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 is Mark Meth-Cohn, an amateur photographer from the UK who entered a brilliant shot titled “High Five” of a young gorilla cavorting through a forest clearing: NIKON COMEDY WIL...

12-11-25 -

Ending tomorrow: the worlds first Sirui Astra 50mm/75mm/100mm 1.33X full-fram...
The Kickstarter project for the world’s first  Sirui Astra 50mm/75mm/100mm 1.33X full-frame autofocus anamorphic cine lenses for Nikon Z-mount is ending tomorrow with  over $537k raised. Here are the details: Now on Kickstarter: the world’s ...

12-11-25 -

Nikon USA December Winter Savings
Nikon USA has started their December Winter Savings, but again, I don’t see any changes from the previous November and Black Friday rebates: B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo Rebates by categories: Mirrorless Cameras Mirrorl...

12-10-25 -

Here is an updated list of photo gear promo codes you can use during this hol...
Here is an updated list of promo codes you can use during this holiday shopping season: Lenses Viltrox 5% off code: NIKONRUMORS Light Lens Lab lenses 5% off code: RUMORS TTartisan 5% off code: RUMORS 7artisans 5% off code: RUMORS BrightinStar $5 o...

12-10-25 -

Nikon & RED + three additional new image recipes officially released
    In addition to the nine new RED image recipes I reported yesterday, Nikon released three additional recipes: Update: sample R3D NE & R3D video files are available here: The new receipt can be downloaded for free from the Nikon Imagin...

12-09-25 -

Nikon & RED Image Recipes are coming tomorrow here are the details
As I already reported, the new Nikon & RED Image Recipes are coming tomorrow – here are the details on what to expect: Nikon will release nine free RED-inspired “Image Recipes” (essentially baked-in Picture Controls/LUTs) dev...

12-09-25 -

Here is the official Nikon holiday gift guide of recommended accessories
Slow news day. Nikon Europe publishes a holiday gift guide – I will skip the Nikon cameras and will list only the recommended accessories:   Profoto portable reflectors Nikon ME-D10 shotgun SmallRig Camera cages SmallRig top han...

12-08-25 -

Sony a7V vs. Nikon Z6III comparison
Last week, Sony officially announced the long-rumored Sony a7 V camera, priced at $2,900. Here is a quick AI comparison with the almost 2-year-old Nikon Z6III model ($2,100) – check also the detailed specifications comparison here: The S...

12-07-25 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #864
→ 7Artisans is teasing a new large-aperture lens release. → Nikon ZS rangefinder camera mockup. → The good old times: Nikon SP20 camera prototype with Nikkor 24-80mm f/2.8-4 lens. → Nikon stereo cameras: → Shooting the wild with Nikon Z...

12-06-25 -

Boryoza to announce two newF-mount lens adapters (NF-NZ & NF-RF)
Boryoza is making two new F-mount lens adapters (pictured above): Boryoza NF-NZ adapter: Nikon F-lens to Nikon Z camera (similar to the Nikon FTZ) Boryoza NF-RF adapter: Nikon F-lens to Canon RF camera Boryoza adapters are sold on Amazon, eBay,...

12-06-25 -

Free Ilford 400 film recipes (Nikon Picture Controls)
A reader has developed free Nikon Picture Controls for Ilford 400 film recipes. One is a flexible color profile for higher contrast, and the other is a lower contrast that can be applied to any Z camera. You can see the details and the download li...

12-05-25 -

Top 10 most viewed NikonRumors posts for November 2025
Here are the top 10 most viewed NikonRumors posts for November 2025: Nikon is rumored to announce a new Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 Mark II lens The rumored Nikon Z9II camera is not coming in 2025 New Nikon US November rebates: returning to pre-tariff...

12-04-25 -

Check out the latest used Nikon gear at B&H Photo
Check out the latest used Nikon cameras and lenses at B&H Photo: The B&H used Nikon gear can be found here Some of the rare Nikon items pictured above: Nikon 55mm f/2 Ultra Macro Lens with a L39 Screw Mount Nikon OP Fisheye 10mm f/...

12-03-25 -

How is NIKKOR Z gear made (videos)
How is NIKKOR Z gear made: NIKKOR Z | Tested to Endure NIKKOR Z | Concept Making NIKKOR Z | Discover Possibilities NIKKOR Z | Pursuing Precision The post How is NIKKOR Z gear made (videos) appeared first on Niko...

12-02-25 -

New retro-inspired Pergear 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount announced ...
Pergear announced a new retro 50mm f/1.2 APS-C manual focus lens for Nikon Z-mount. Orders are now open at Amazon and Pergear. Here are the details on the new lens: Professional bokeh: the large F1.2 maximum aperture with 11 rounded aperture blade...

12-01-25 -

The most popular Cyber Monday photography deals this year
Here are some of the more popular Black Friday/Cyber Monday photography deals this year – the complete list can be found here: Viltrox Luminar Neo Topaz Labs DxO Field Made Nikon: 2025 Nikon Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals CYBER MONDAY T...

11-30-25 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #863
→ Ikelite announced new underwater housing for the Nikon ZR cinema camera (check B&H Photo listings). → The 4x10D CF Pocket is Nikon’s thinnest, lightest, and most portable binoculars. → Check out this compact Nikon ZR cine...

11-29-25 -

Nikon ZR body-only cinema camera finally in stock in the US
Almost 3 months after the official announcement, the Nikon ZR body-only camera is finally in stock at B&H Photo: Previous Nikon ZR coverage. Join the new Nikon ZR Facebook group. The post Nikon ZR body-only cinema camera finally in stock i...

11-29-25 -

Viltrox released firmware update version 4.4 for the E-Z mount adapter with s...
Viltrox released firmware update version 4.4 for the E-Z mount adapter (now 20% off, see previous coverage). Here’s what’s new: Added compatibility with the Nikon ZR camera (ZR body only now in stock) Added support for the Sigm...

11-29-25 -

Updated DxO Black Friday coupon code
I previously posted the wrong coupon information about the 2025 DxO Black Friday. Here is the correct info: for Black Friday, DxO offers up to 50% off their products. You can get an extra 5% off the already reduced prices with the coupon code ...

11-29-25 -

2025 Aftershoot Black Friday Deals
The 2025 Aftershoot Black Friday Deals are now live: Get 20% off unlimited AI Culling, Editing, and Retouching starting at $7.99/month. BONUS: Get 6 months of AI Retouching free when you join with the Pro plan this Black Friday. Additional informa...

11-28-25 -

2025 Black Friday photography deals: the BIG list
Here is the Black Friday BIG list of photography deals: Stores B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo DE Erhardt UK WEX Photo CA Camera Canada Brands Nikon Sony Fuji Leica Panasonic Canon Ricoh/Pentax OM System Voiglander Zeiss Sig...

11-28-25 -

Now live: Black Friday at Foto Erhardt
The Foto Erhardt Black Friday is now live. The Nikon section can be found here. The current Nikon rebates are listed here. For some items (including some Nikons), you can get up to 10% off with the code BLACKFRIDAY. Those offers will end on Monday...

11-26-25 -

Now available: 7Artisans AF 10mm f/2.8 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount
7Artisans officially released the previously reported 10mm f/2.8 APS-C autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount – not to be confused (like I did in the past) with the 7Artisans 10mm f/2.8 full-frame fisheye manual focus version. You can get the ...

11-25-25 -

2025 Nikon Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals
    Nikon is already promoting their 2025 Nikon Black Friday Deals, but to me, they look identical to the November rebates I reported here: B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo Rebates by categories: Mirrorless Cameras Mirrorless Lense...

11-25-25 -

New RED-supervised Nikon Imaging Recipes coming on December 10th
Nikon is teasing new RED-supervised Imaging Recipes to be released on December 10th. You can see the placeholder on the Nikon Imaging Cloud website: “The fusion of RED and Nikon technology has created a unique and more attractive expres...

11-25-25 -

Venus Optics Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D tilt-shift 0.5x macro lens for Nikon Z-m...
The previously reported Venus Optics Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D tilt-shift 0.5x macro lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announed and available for order (coming soon to B&H Photo). Designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras and also co...

11-25-25 -

New Viltrox 2.0x teleconverter for Nikon Z-mount now available for pre-order
The previously reported Viltrox 2.0x teleconverter for Nikon Z-mount (see patent) is now available for pre-order at B&H Photo for $280 – that is less than half the price of the Nikon version ($647). Additional information: 9 el...

11-24-25 -

New BrightinStar MF 50mm f/0.95 II full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount announced
BrightinStar announced a new MF 50mm f/0.95 II full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount. Orders are now open at: Amazon Online store Aliexpress Additional information: Check out also the BrightinStar Black Friday deals: More Black Friday deals are availa...

11-24-25 -

Is Nikon Professional Services worth it in the US? My honest take as a Platin...
The post “Is Nikon Professional Services worth it in the US? My honest take as a Platinum Member” is by Joseph Nuzzo (website | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | X): If you’re a working Nik...

11-24-25 -

Black Friday promo codes
Black Friday promo codes: FieldMade 10% off code: BFCM25 DxO promo 5% off code: RUMORS Light Lens Lab lenses 5% code: RUMORS Gura Gear: RUMORS Viltrox 5% off code: NIKONRUMORS 7artisans 5% off code: RUMORS BrightinStar $5 off code: RUMORS Funleade...

11-24-25 -

The lens manufacturer Artra released a new Camera One photography inspired wa...
There is a new photography-inspired watch created by Artra Designs (the same company that makes the Artra lenses, sold at B&H Photo and Amazon – see previous coverage). You can get a small discount when you use the coupon code ...

11-23-25 -

Weekly Nikon news flash #862
→ The Peak Design Pro Tripod, which raised $4.6 million earlier this year, is now available for purchase at B&H Photo (additional information). → The Nikon MH-26a battery charger is now discontinued (the Nikon MH-26a battery charger ...

11-22-25 -

Nextorage Black Friday Sale: up to $210 off on Nextorage memory cards + reade...
The 2025 Nextorage Black Friday Sale has already started – you can save up to $210 on Nextorage memory cards, card readers, and external SSDs (the sale ends on December 8th). Here are the details: List of approved/supported memory cards ...

11-22-25 -

Introduction to Nikon NX Studio and flexible colors
This introduction to Nikon NX Studio and flexible colors is by Piero Desopo ( Website | Instagram | Flickr) How I Use NX Studio A few basic steps into Nikon’s RAW development NX Studio is the RAW development software provided ...

11-22-25 -

Meike lenses Black Friday deals
Meike started their Black Friday deals (check also the listings at B&H Photo): Up to $118 off on camera lenses Up to $1,600 off on cinema lenses FREE DELIVERY worldwide The Meike lenses for Nikon can be found on this page. Previous coverag...