Nikon officially announced the development of a new Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S telephoto zoom lens with a built-in 1.4x teleconverter (check B&H Photo for pricing). I just mentioned this lens in my “What to expect next from Nikon” post earlier today. The lens has actually been rumored for months – see also the leaked pictures I reported in January:
Here is the official word from Nikon:
Here is an updated list of what to expect next from Nikon (see previous reports):
NASA released new photos (Artemis II multimedia | Artemis II gallery) taken before, during, and after the Artemis II mission around the moon. On this timeline, you can toggle between the pictures taken with the Nikon Z9 and Nikon D5 cameras.
NASA only uses flight-qualified or previously validated cameras for its missions, based on thermal behavior, vacuum, radiation, and vibration tolerance, as well as glove-controlled operation, etc. Back in 2022, NASA also tested the Nikon D6, Canon R6, and Nikon Z7II models, but they were not selected for flight, largely because NASA prioritized proven reliability and high-ISO performance over newer specs. For more details, you can check the NASA Handheld Camera Initial Test Results (download the PowerPoint presentation) – here are some of the slides:
Nikon renewed its yellow Land Cruiser cross-country tour for a second year – here are the new locations for 2026:
Nikon USA rebates for May remain unchanged – see the details at:
The European Nikon rebates can be found here:
May the 4th be with you!
Full list of discounted Nikon gear in the USA:
→ The new Leitz Cine HEKTOR lenses for Nikon Z-mount are now in stock (additional information).
→ Think Tank Photo released new PhotoCross Sling V2 camera bags (check the official website for additional information).
→ Additional information on the upcoming Thypoch Voyager 24-50mm f/2.8 lens for Z-mount (the first Chinese full-frame autofocus constant-aperture zoom lens).
→ MonsterAdapter released an experimental firmware update version 1.2 for the Monster Adapter LA-FZ1 Nikon F lens to Nikon Z-mount camera adapter, which enables autofocus support for Nikonos RS lenses.
→ Topaz Labs released 6 new models for their photo and video apps (Topaz Studio, Topaz Photo, and Topaz Video). Additional information is available here.
→ This “rumor” is making the rounds online: new Nikon NIKKOR 18-200 f/5.6-8 lens. I think the picture is AI-generated.
→ Magnum photographer Raghu Rai was cremated with his Nikon Z8 camera.
Jo Geier published a review with sample photos taken with the Nikon Reflex Nikkor 2000mm f/11 lens (see eBay listing of this lens). Here is a recap:
