Nikon Rumors

Weekly Nikon news flash #895

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

→ New Think Tank Photo Airport camera backpacks introduced (additional information).

→ WANDRD introduced new magnetic camera straps on Kickstarter: magnetic camera straps with patent-pending features built for speed, security, and a better way to carry your camera (already raised over $110,000).

→ SmallRig released a new L-shaped monitor support bracket.

→ FieldMade introduced new custom lens hood & Pelican case indicator labels.

→ Focus stacking for precision with the Novoflex Stackpro 1.

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Nikon Z9, Z8, Z6, Z7, and Zf cameras have dual gain ISO: this means it’s better to shoot at ISO 500 than at ISO 250, due to the wider dynamic range and less noise

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

The Nikon Z9, Z8, Z6, Z7, and Zf cameras have dual gain ISO – this means it’s better to shoot at ISO 500 than at ISO 250, due to the wider dynamic range and less noise. This is a guest post by Dariusz Breś (Instagram | Facebook | Flickr | Previous posts):

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First look: Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount

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

This first look of the just-announced Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount (now in stock at B&H Photo and Foto Erhardt) is by Scott Tucker (website | Instagram | YouTube):

The quest for a small lens, one that feels like a bespoke match for my Nikon mirrorless cameras and, in particular, the Zf, has seemed never-ending… Most lenses usually end up longer than I want or have materials that feel needlessly cheap and look out of place against the more premium Nikon build.

Today, that search may be over with the release of the $299 USD Viltrox AF 26mm f2.8 EVO pancake for Z.

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Now available: Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX Ⅱ full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount

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

Meike officially released the new AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX Ⅱ full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount – currently in stock at the official Meike store (coming soon to B&H Photo). The price is $569. The lens is also available in black, white, and white/black colors:

Here is the list of lens updates:

Sharper. Faster. Lighter.
67MP Ready – Image quality capable of 10K resolution
APO Optics – Minimized chromatic aberration for cleaner color
Three Colors Available – Black, Panda, and White
Edge-to-Edge Sharpness – Exceptional detail across the frame
Hyperb STM AF – Fast, precise, and whisper-quiet autofocus
Lightweight Design – Only around 650g
Click/De-click Aperture Ring, Aperture Lock & Fn Button

The current Meike lens lineup:

Previous coverage of Meike lenses can be found here. The Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX Ⅱ lens was previously reported here (the lens was presented at the 2026 CP+ show). Additional information: