Nikon released new firmware updates for the Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II & 14-24mm f/2.8 S lenses



Nikon released their third firmware update in a week (see past updates) – this time for the Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II (now $200 for the first time) and 14-24mm f/2.8 S (now $800 off) lenses:

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The latest updates and offers from Topaz, DxO, Luminar, and Aftershoot


First, here are some photo editing software coupon codes:

Here are the latest updates and offers from Topaz, DxO, Luminar, and Aftershoot:


You can now get 50% off Topaz Studio & Topaz Photo (50% off the first three months of a monthly or annual plan, or 50% off an annual plan paid up front):

  • Month-to-month: Topaz Studio $69 $34.50/mo | Topaz Photo $39 $19.50/mo
  • Annual, billed monthly: Topaz Studio $45 $22.50/mo | Topaz Photo $25$12.50/mo
  • Annual, paid up front: Topaz Studio $399 $199 | Topaz Photo $199 $99

Topaz is now also available for iPhone & Android mobile phones.


DxO released ViewPoint 6 and PhotoLab 10.2. The new version of ViewPoint introduces AI to help correct perspectives in specific areas of an image – here are the main new features:

  • AI Masks in ReShape Fusion: Precisely reshape individual objects or people with AI-assisted selection and adaptive mesh controls, without affecting the entire image.
  • Perspective correction without cropping: Make localized geometric adjustments while preserving the original framing, without generating or inventing image content.
  • Native RAW editing: Open and edit RAW files directly in the standalone application, without pre-conversion.
  • New exposure and white balance controls: Adjust exposure (±4 EV) and white balance before applying geometric corrections.
  • Non-destructive workflow: Edits are saved in separate sidecar files, preserving the original images.

You can get a DxO discount with promo code RUMORS (new customers only).


Luminar Web launched on October 15, bringing powerful photo editing straight to your browser. Here’s what’s new:

  • The world’s first browser-based photo editor with Light Depth technology.
  • Sky Replacement, now available on the web for the first time.
  • The first online editor with Presets and LUTs together.
  • The first web editor with a broader toolkit for landscape, portrait, and everyday editing.
  • With the addition of Web, Luminar becomes the first and only photo editor offering a Lifetime license across desktop, mobile, and web.

The Luminar 10% off code RUMORS is still available.


Aftershoot announced new Galleries features:

  • Sales Automation: Run timely campaigns, automate follow-ups, add discounts, and track the orders generated through client galleries.
  • Gifting & Credits: Create flexible client credit for package benefits, reorders, or service recovery.
  • Multi-Brand Kit: Save reusable brand settings and apply the right branding to every gallery.
  • Collections & Portfolios: Organize related galleries under one shareable link.
  • More client and selling options: N-Photo fulfillment, six client-facing languages, and multi-currency Print Stores.
  • Additional improvements: New gallery covers, flexible watermarks, Screenshot Protection, and simpler plan upgrades.

Aftershoot now offers every paid gallery feature for FREE until October 31st (available to new and eligible existing free-plan users; includes 10GB of storage).

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TTartisan released new versions of the AF 50mm f/1.8 NEO lens for Nikon Z-mount in titanium & green for $89



TTartisan released two new versions of the AF 50mm f/1.8 NEO lens for Nikon Z-mount in titanium & green:

Additional information on the TTartisan AF 50mm f/1.8 NEO lens can be found here:

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Nikon released new firmware updates: Z9 v5.33 and Z8 v3.12



Nikon released new firmware updates for the Z9 and Z8 mirrorless cameras with a single fix:

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New Nikon Fall Savings starts today (US+Canada)


Nikon started the Fall Savings event today in the US and Canada with some new offers that were not previously available (ending on November 1st):


Here are the Nikon Fall Savings highlights:

Rebates by category:


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Weekly Nikon news flash #908

  
→ TIME magazine named the Nikon ZR camera one of the best inventions of 2026.


→ Godox unveiled a new TT350 II N Thinklite TTL flash for Nikon cameras.


→ The Nikon Z5IIc camera reference guide is now available.


→ Nikon released a leather business card holder with the famous Nikon red line – only in Japan (again).


→ A Nikon Z8 camera is behind the Wildlife Photographer of the Year winner: “Nikon Z8 appeared twice in the list, and this is also the only brand whose DSLRs are still being used by the participants.”

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Nikon Z5IIc camera now shipping, some configurations in stock


The new Nikon Z5IIc camera (see previous coverage) is now shipping, and some configurations are already in stock – check availability at:

See Nikon Z5IIc previous coverage:

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