Nikon ZR v1.10 and Z9 v5.31 firmware updates released

By [NR] admin | Published: January 26, 2026




Nikon officially released the previously reported v1.10 firmware update for the Nikon ZR and v5.31 for the Nikon Z9 cameras: Read More »

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Strange: Nikon to introduce a new HB-103 lens hood in Japan

By [NR] admin | Published: January 26, 2026


The official Nikon Japan online store (Nikon Direct) is listing a new HB-103 lens hood to be released on January 30th:


The Nikon HB-103 lens hood is designed for the Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S lens. The Nikon Japan store clearly states that the product is an older model and that a new one is available. In the US, the Nikon HB-103 lens hood is also listed as discontinued:


What is wrong with the old HB-103 lens hood? We want to know! For a second, I thought about the latest rumors for a new Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC lens – could it be that this new lens hood is designed for the rumored 120-300mm lens?

Nikon is rumored to announce a new Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC lens by the end of the year

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Weekly Nikon news flash #871

By [NR] admin | Published: January 25, 2026


→ The Shoten LM-NZ M II lens adapter (Leica M-mount lens to Nikon Z-mount camera adapter) with Helicoid is now available for sale.

→ Viltrox released a new firmware update version 1.03 for the 2.0X Teleconverter for Nikon Z-mount.


→ New Rollei AF 35mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount announced in Germany.


→ 7Artisans to announce a new AF 40mm f/2.5 FF lens on January 27th.

→ More pictures of the new SG-Image AF 35mm f/2.2 pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount. A Nikon SE design version will be released later. (SG-Image lenses are sold on Amazon, eBay, and AliExpress).


→ Nikon UK winter sale is ending soon.


→ The new 2026 ON1 Effects is now officially released and available as a standalone application or as a plugin for Lightroom Classic and Photoshop (additional information).


→ Godox released a new AD800 Pro all-in-one outdoor flash (additional information).

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Used Nikon ZR cameras already available for sale at B&H Photo

By [NR] admin | Published: January 24, 2026


Used Nikon ZR cameras are already available for sale at B&H Photo:

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Nikon is rumored to announce a new Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC lens by the end of the year

By [NR] admin | Published: January 24, 2026


I have been reporting for a while about a new Nikkor Z 100-300mm or 120-300mm f/2.8 lens. I have now received some new information on that rumor: the new lens will be Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC and is expected to be announced by the end of 2026. Keep in mind that the release timeframe has not been finalized, and there may be delays.

FYI – Nikon already has an AF-S 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR lens for F-mount (see previous coverage here).

What to expect from Nikon in 2026

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More Nikon ZR camera cages

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


In addition to Kondor Blue, SmallRig, Tilta, and Mid49 (now available also at B&H Photo), here are a few additional Nikon ZR camera cages from third-party manufacturers (check also Ali Express):

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Nikon Z9II camera delayed further?

By [NR] admin | Published: January 21, 2026


There is a very good chance the rumored Nikon Z9II camera will be delayed further.

I have heard various reasons for the delay, from major RED integration to the need for special electronic components that are currently either too scarce or too expensive. Everything points to the Nikon Z9II offering features not available from the competition once released.

My interpretation of all of this is that Nikon initially planned a simple Z9 upgrade for 2025 (previously reported here) and then changed their plans to do a deeper RED integration in the Z9II, which requires significantly more time to complete.

As I already mentioned before, announcing the Nikon Z9II camera later will also mean more upgrades – the longer we wait, the better the Nikon Z9II will be.

If you have any information about the rumored Nikon Z9 II camera, you can contact me anonymously here.

What to expect from Nikon in 2026

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