The latest Chinese lenses for Nikon Z-mount updates

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


→ Brightin Star lenses are now available for sale at B&H Photo (the Nikon Z-mount lenses can be found here). Until now, Brightin Star lenses were available only on Amazon, AliExpress, and the official online store.


→ The Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II lens for Nikon Z-mount is now also available at B&H Photo (additional information).


→ The new Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now also available at B&H Photo (additional information).


→ The world’s first Sirui Astra 50mm/75mm/100mm 1.33X full-frame autofocus anamorphic cine lenses for Nikon Z-mount is now available for purchase at B&H Photo and Sirui store (additional informtion).


→ Coming soon: new SG-Image AF 35mm f/2.2 pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount.


→ What’s coming next from Viltrox.


→ Updated list of latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses.

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2026 BCN awards announced

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



BCN Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, announced the winners in the camera category for 2026. BCN collects POS sales data from most retail stores in Japan (January to December, 2025). Here is the latest ranking:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #870

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


→ Cosina to display new lens prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan.


→ Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro lens for Nikon Z-mount firmware update version 1.07 released with improved AF functionality.


→ New Cinelux Reduxa R2 focal reducer for RED DSMC2 cameras is coming soon to Kickstarter.


→ And the worst camera of 2025 is… (hint: it’s a Fuji).

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Many Nikon rebates are ending tomorrow

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



The Nikon USA rebates are ending tomorrow, January 18, 2026: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo. Rebates by categories (see full list):


Germany: Foto Erhard (ending January 26, 2026).


Germany: Nikon voucher (Gutschein) offer (ending January 19, 2026).


UK: WEX Photo (ending January 18, 2026).


Canada: Nikon Canada $200 trade-in bonus towards the Z5II.

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Rumors from China: Nikon is suing Viltrox

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


Rumors circulating on Chinese social media platforms claim that Viltrox is being sued by Nikon over a dispute regarding Z-mount lens licensing. Here is the translation:

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The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens is now in stock

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


The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens is now in stock at:

Additional coverage of the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens can be found here:

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New Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 lens for Nikon Z-mount announced

By [NR] admin | Published: January 15, 2026


The previously reported Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 lens for Nikon Z- mount is now officially announced and available for order with an introductory price of $269.99 (regular price: $299.99) at:

Sample photos can be found here.

Additional information:

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