Weekly Nikon news flash #879

By [NR] admin | Published: March 22, 2026


→ Thypoch will soon announce the first Chinese 24-50mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus constant-aperture zoom lens.


→ Venus Optics officially announced the previously reported Laowa 15-24mm T8 and 15-35mm T12 macro probe zoom lenses (adaptable to Z-mount). Orders are now open at B&H Photo. Additional information is available here.


→ DxO released new versions of PhotoLab 9.6. DxO PhotoLab is an advanced RAW photo editor covering the full workflow – from demosaicing and noise reduction to local adjustment, optical corrections, color management, and print soft proofing. Additional information is available here.


→ New: Kipon Baveyes Mamiya 645 to Nikon Z 0.7x ProLock adapter.


→ Think Tank Photo 15% off spring sale at B&H Photo and the official website from March 15–29 on the Airport Security, Airport International, Airport Advantage, Airport Advantage XT, Rain Covers, and FocusPoint Rolltop backpacks.


→ The Sony IMX820 sensor inside the Nikon Z6III was just recently listed on the Sony Semi website (see the full list of Nikon sensors).

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Nikon quietly extends warranty coverage in some European countries

By [NR] admin | Published: March 22, 2026

Nikon quietly rolled out an extended warranty program for Nikkor Z gear in some European countries. For example:


New 6-year warranty on Nikon Z gear in Italy (via the Nital distributor in Italy). Coolpix and DSLR gear get 4 year warranty.


Nikon UK and Nikon Belgium: free five-year extended warranty on new Nikkor Z lenses.

Update: As of today, Nikon Europe has started offering a five-year warranty at all official Nikon dealers, Nikon Store, and Nikon Plaza. It looks like all European countries, including Turkey, are included.

Here is the Nikon European warranty coverage I could gather online (for exact/current terms in your country, check the local Nikon site or distributor; policies can vary slightly and change over time):

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Updated list of Nikon ZR camera cages

By [NR] admin | Published: March 22, 2026

Here is an updated list of Nikon ZR camera cages (see all current listings at B&H Photo):

Previous coverage of Nikon ZR cages can be found here.

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The new Kondor Blue cage for Nikon ZR cameras is now in stock and shipping

By [NR] admin | Published: March 22, 2026

 


The new Kondor Blue cage for Nikon ZR cameras is now in stock and shipping:

Additional informtion can be found here:

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Viltrox announced a new retro compact folding Z2 flash for Nikon cameras

By [NR] admin | Published: March 20, 2026


Viltrox announced a new retro compact folding Z2 flash for Nikon cameras, priced at $37:


Additional information:

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The new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens is now shipping

By [NR] admin | Published: March 20, 2026

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens is now shipping. I got multiple reports from European readers who have already received the new lens.

Check for Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens availability at:

Lens delivery from IPS Hamburg



Update – here is a quick feedback on the new lens by Dariusz Breś:

  • AF: Finally, a linear motor; it really does the job. Bravo.
  • Removable hood with foot + cap: Brilliant.
  • Arca-Swiss compatible foot: About time!
  • Weight: A massive plus.
  • Sharpness: Better than the previous version.
  • Rendering: The old version is better.
  • Lens hood with a cutout for filter rotation: Nice.
  • Additional click-ring: YES.
  • Zoom ring: Could be a bit smoother/looser

More pictures:

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Nikon Community Appreciation Day at Paul’s Photo: students, educators, military, police, fire, EMT, nurses, and government workers can get 10% off Nikon gear (March 20-21st)

By [NR] admin | Published: March 20, 2026


This Friday, March 20, and Saturday, March 21, 2026, Paul’s Photo is having a Nikon Community Appreciation Day where they will offer 10% off Nikon cameras, lenses, and binoculars to students, educators, US military, police, fire, EMT, nurses, and government workers (active or retired). In-store and phone orders only:


The current Nikon rebates will end on March 29, 2026:

Nikon US rebates for March

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