TTartisan AF 85mm f/1.8 Neo lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for $99 and with free worldwide shipping

By [NR] admin | Published: August 20, 2026



The previously reported TTartisan AF 85mm f/1.8 Neo lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced. The Neo series focuses on lightweight, affordable autofocus lenses (weight: 332–338g, price: $99 with free shipping when purchased from the official store):

  • US Orders: B&H Photo
  • Worldwide: TTartisan Store (use code RUMORS for 5% off)
  • Full-frame 85mm Focal Length
  • 332g-338g Lightweight Design
  • F1.8 Large Aperture
  • 0.8m Minimum Focusing Distance
  • Comes with a Lens Hood
  • US addresses ship from US warehouse


Here are the details on the new lens:

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Nikon USA rebates for August 2026: new Z6 III trade-in program

By [NR] admin | Published: August 19, 2026


Nikon USA started a new Z6 III trade-in program that gives you a $200 bonus plus up to $800 in instant savings on a new Z6 III camera. You can trade in any working digital interchangeable-lens camera. This offer is valid through August 30, 2026.

Here is the full list of Nikon USA rebates for August:

Rebates by categories (see full list):

I have not seen one of those in a while – Nikon is currently running a sale on eBay where you can save up to 30% on select gear, including cameras, lenses, binoculars, and rangefinders. The items are sold by BuyDig (see all Nikon listings at BuyDig), an authorized Nikon dealer (USA warranty). Some listings are marked as “Certified Refurbished”:

Refurbished Nikon gear is also sold at B&H Photo.


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Should you buy a used Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/4G ED VR or go modern with the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens: a real‑world comparison

By [NR] admin | Published: August 18, 2026

The post Should you buy a used Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/4G ED VR ($1,750) or go modern with the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens ($2,096): a real‑world comparison is by Gergely, a wildlife, nature, and sports photographer. You can read more of his gear breakdowns and field tests on his website, view his portfolio on Flickr, or watch his documentaries on YouTube.

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Nikon released new firmware updates for the Coolpix P1000 & Z5II cameras

By [NR] admin | Published: August 17, 2026



Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.9 for the Coolpix P1000 super-zoom camera with a single fix:

  • Fixed an issue where, in rare circumstances, the camera would stop responding when adjusting zoom during burst photography.



Nikon also released a new firmware update version 1.20 for the Z5II mirrorless full-frame camera with multiple fixes:

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Wildlife photography with the 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount: a different perspective

By [NR] admin | Published: August 17, 2026





This guest post on using the 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount (order at B&H Photo in the US and the 7Artisans store for international shipping) for wildlife photography in the Manu National Park, Peru, is by the Spanish professional wildlife photographer Francis De Andrés (Website | Instagram):

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Weekly Nikon news flash #899

By [NR] admin | Published: August 16, 2026


→ The Peak Design modular field L-bracket system Kickstarter is ending in 4 days (additional information).


→ Save $350.89 on the Adobe Creative Cloud Pro (12-month subscription).


→ The latest new and upcoming lenses from Meike, Viltrox, 7Artisans, TTartisan, Laowa, Sirui, and SG-image.


→ Many memory cards are currently on sale at B&H Photo.


→ Nikon UK offers up to £200 trade-in bonus on selected Nikon products.

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Nikon has ended their relationship with Pro Distributors in the US *UPDATED*

By [NR] admin | Published: August 14, 2026


Nikon has ended their relationship with Pro Distributors in the US.

PRO Distributors is an active U.S. wholesaler focused on supplying independent camera retailers with imaging brands. They focus on brick-and-mortar independent photo retailers like Paul’s Photo and Service Photo rather than big-box online stores like B&H Photo.

Update: Nikon has ended its relationship with Photographic Research Organization (PRO), a cooperative of independent camera retailers. Nikon had supported PRO member programs. PRO has never distributed Nikon products, and dealers who carry Nikon have always purchased directly from Nikon. Their ability to buy and sell Nikon is unaffected.

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