Nikon is selling a Z6 III camera with no wireless connectivity for government and law enforcement agencies


Nikon introduced a new Z6 III camera with no wireless connectivity (no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity, physically disabled). This means you cannot connect it to a smartphone, use the Nikon SnapBridge app, or transfer photos wirelessly. The price is $2,379.95 – this is $383 more expensive than a regular Z6 III model ($1,996.95).

VersionWirelessTypical BuyersNotes
Standard Z6 IIIFull Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) + Bluetooth 5.0Consumers, pros, content creatorsUses SnapBridge + advanced network features (FTP, etc.)
Z6 III “No Wireless Connectivity” (B&H model 2036)None (physically disabled)Government agencies, SCIF facilities, law enforcement, secure studiosSame imaging performance, just no radio modules

Why Nikon Makes and Sells the No-Wireless Version?

Nikon physically disables/removes the wireless components at the factory so they cannot be reactivated by the user (not just a software toggle). This is done specifically to meet strict security requirements. Key reasons include:

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Tamron announced a new 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD lens for Nikon Z-mount



Tamron announced a new 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount:


Additional information on the new lens:

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B&H Photo has its own version of Prime Day deals



     
     
B&H Photo has its own version of Prime Day deals – see this page for details:

By category:

By brand:

Nextorage memory card special deals at B&H Photo: up to $681 off

SmallRig sale: up to 30% off

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SmallRig sale: up to 30% off


SmallRig is offering discounts of up to 30% from June 23-26:

The full list of discounted products can be found on this page:

SmallRig sale

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Weekly Nikon news flash #891


Refurbished/renewed Nikon Z9 cameras are now $4,090 (18% off).


DZOFilm announced a new PL-Z Octopus II adapter & Marlin 1.4x extender to use PL lenses on Nikon Z mirrorless cameras (both ARRI PL to Nikon Z).


The ultimate point-and-shoot shopping guide (Nikon clearly needs a new compact camera).

→ SG-Image will soon release a new retro-style version of the 35mm f/2.2 lens for Nikon Z-mount (available for sale on Amazon).

→ Salty Surf Housings released a new underwater housing for Nikon ZR cameras.

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Nextorage memory card special deals at B&H Photo: up to $681 off


NR’s sponsor, Nextorage, started a new memory card sale at B&H Photo where you can get up to $681 off select models. The promotion includes significant discounts on CFexpress memory cards and card readers, with especially attractive pricing on high-end models:


Here is the full list of discounted Nextorage products:

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Nikon is rumored to release a new Z9 firmware update addressing AF problems in heavy snowfall or rain



Nikon is rumored to release a new firmware update for the Z9 camera addressing AF issues in heavy snowfall or rain, where the AF fails to lock on the subject.

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