Nikon Rumors

New press release: the Nikon ZR firmware update version 2.00… will be released soon

By [NR] admin | Published: November 3, 2026

Not sure what the point of this press release is, since Nikon already officially announced the new ZR firmware update version 2.00 two months ago, but you still can’t download it today:

“Nikon will soon release firmware version 2.00 for the Nikon ZR, which will enhance the expressive capabilities and workflows of a wide range of users, from high-end video producers to content creators.”

Here is the original official report from September 8th:

Nikon officially announced the development of firmware version 2.00 for the Nikon ZR (Open Gate coming in 2027)

Next are the details – the Nikon ZR firmware update version 2.00 will be available before the end of the year:

Posted in Nikon ZR| Tagged Firmware updates, Nikon Zr, Nikon ZR firmware update version 2.0, Nikon ZR firmware updates, press release| 73 Comments

Nikon’s sneak peek on holiday deals (Nikon Z8 dropped another $100)

By [NR] admin | Published: November 3, 2026

Nikon shared the above “sneak peek” at their holiday deals. I am not sure if these will be the actual Black Friday deals. The only difference I could spot from last month’s offers is another $100 off on the Nikon Z8 camera:

Nikon Z8 body: now $1,100 off (was $1,000 off)
Nikon Z9 body: $1,100 off (unchanged)
Nikon Z7 II body: $800 off (unchanged)
Nikon Z6 III body: $700 off (unchanged)
Nikon Z5 body: $450 off (unchanged)
Nikon Z30 + 16-50mm: $350 off (unchanged)
Nikkor lenses (unchanged):
- Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II: $200 off
- Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S: $800 off
- Z 50mm f/1.8 S: $200 off
- Z 400mm f/2.8 TC: $2,000 off

Rebates by category:

DSLR cameras | DSLR lenses
Nikon flashes | Nikon binoculars
Trade-in offers: Nikon ZR | Nikon Z6 III
Mirrorless Cameras | Mirrorless Lenses

Nikon savings by countries:

US: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo
UK: WEX Photo
DE: Foto Erhardt
CA: Camera Canada

Posted in Deals, Nikon Z8| Tagged Black Friday, lens only rebates, Nikkor Z-mount lens only rebates, Nikon Black Friday deals, Nikon Rebates, Nikon Sofort Rabatt, Nikon sofortrabatt, Nikon Z rebates| 5 Comments

Nikon is rumored to announce new firmware updates for cameras with EXPEED 7 processor

By [NR] admin | Published: November 3, 2026

Today or tomorrow, Nikon is rumored to announce new firmware updates for cameras with the EXPEED 7 processor. This update will include several significant enhancements, and it will apply not only to the ZR but also to all cameras equipped with the EXPEED 7 processor. The official release is expected on or around 4 November 2026 at noon Japan Standard Time.

Here is the list of all Nikon cameras with the EXPEED 7 processor:

Stay tuned for the details.

Posted in Other Nikon stuff| Tagged Expeed, fire sale| 148 Comments

The new Meike AF 58mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for order

By [NR] admin | Published: November 2, 2026

The previously reported Meike AF 58mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for purchase at the official online store in three different colors (coming soon to B&H Photo):

Additional information on the lens can be found here:

Posted in Nikon Lenses| Tagged Chinese lenses for Nikon cameras, Meike, Meike 58mm f/1.2, third party lenses for Nikon Z-mount| 86 Comments

September 2026 CIPA numbers

By [NR] admin | Published: November 2, 2026

CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published the latest camera production data (orange: 2026, black: 2025, blue: 2024):

Posted in Other Nikon stuff| Tagged CIPA| 8 Comments

Weekly Nikon news flash #910

By [NR] admin | Published: November 1, 2026

→ Almost 10 years later, you can still buy a Nikon KeyMission 4K 360 action camera on Amazon.

→ Godox announced a new compact iM10 mini flash with a universal, single-contact hot shoe for $25 (currently in stock at B&H Photo). Additional information is available here.

→ Thypoch has already started their 2026 Black Friday deals – you can see the discounted lenses on this dedicated page (some of the Thypoch deals are also available at B&H Photo).