Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.10 released

By [NR] admin | Published: September 17, 2025

Nikon released a new firmware update version 3.10 for the Z8 camera that contains two changes:

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The new Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II lens is now shipping, currently in stock

By [NR] admin | Published: September 17, 2025

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Mark II lens is now shipping and is currently in stock at B&H Photo:

and at Camera Canada:

In Europe, check availability at:

DE: Foto Erhardt
UK: WEX Photo

Comparing the old Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S lens and the new version II

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Nikon ZR vs Sony FX3 side by side comparison: which one is better?

By [NR] admin | Published: September 16, 2025

There is a new “Nikon ZR vs Sony FX3 side-by-side comparison video” published by Matti Haapoja comparing the video footage from both models (keep in mind that the $4,098 Sony FX3 is almost twice as expensive as the $2,196 Nikon ZR – see the specifications comparison here):

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Venus Optics Laowa 180mm f/4.5 APO CA-Dreamer 1.5X ultra macro full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount

By [NR] admin | Published: September 16, 2025

The previously reported Laowa 180mm f/4.5 APO CA-Dreamer 1.5X ultra macro full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount by Venus Optics is now officially announced. The price is $499, and pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo. International shipping is available on the official Laowa online store.

Additional information (lens specification, optical design, MTF chart):

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7Artisans officially released the 24mm f/1.8 autofocus full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount

By [NR] admin | Published: September 16, 2025

The previously reported 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 autofocus full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially released. The price of the lens is $329, and you can order one here. Additional information can be found here:

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What to expect next from Nikon?

By [NR] admin | Published: September 16, 2025

After the Nikon ZR, silver Nikon Zf, and 24-70mm f/2.8 S II announcements, here is an updated list of what to expect next from Nikon (see previous posts):

Cameras

Nikon Z9II: still expected at the end of 2025 or early 2026 (there will probably be a teaser first, development announcement, etc)

Lenses

Nikkor DX lenses for Z-mount:
- One prime DX lens: 35mm f/1.8 macro or similar
- One zoom DX lens: 16-50mm f/2.8 or similar
Full-frame Nikkor lenses for Z-mount:
- Wide-angle lens: 14-24mm or 14mm or similar
- Standard zoom: 24-105mm or similar
- Nikkor Z 100-300mm or 120-300mm f/2.8 lens (rumored to be priced around $8000)
- Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.4 (to match/complete the 35mm/50mm f/1.4 lenses)
- More Nikkor Z cinema lenses – have been reporting for months (first teaser?)

Nikon to announce a new line of Nikkor cinema lenses

Please note that, given the current geopolitical situation, nothing is 100% confirmed for now. New product releases can be canceled or delayed.

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