A reader sent me his solution for a cheap lens cap replacement for his Nikkor 14mm f/2.8 lens (see the original lens cap on eBay).
The QC-103 Fernco 3-in. flexible pipe cap pictured above is a perfect fit and protects the lens front better than any other cap or cover. Fits snugly, and it only costs a few dollars:
Several different sizes and colors of Fernco Qwik Caps may work as lens caps for various lenses (check their Amazon store).
The Nikon US and Canada rebates are ending this week, the EU rebates will end on July 21:
Keep in mind that a Nikon price increase is coming to the US on June 23 – here is the new price list:
New Nikon price increase list (all lenses and accessories made in China, no camera price increases)
Here is Nikon’s official schedule of speakers at the 2025 Bild Expo that will take place in NYC from June 17-18 (the registration for the show is free) – sensor cleaning will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis (no appointment is necessary):
A quick update to my last post – the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 VCM ASPH ED pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially released and available for order:
Additional information:
The new Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 VCM ASPH ED lens for Nikon Z-mount is already listed for sale on eBay and Aliexpress.
The lens should be listed soon at B&H Photo. Check also the official Viltrox website for updates.
Update – the lens is now officially released and available for order:
Some forum members already received their lens – see this post.
The Chinese brand Mr. Ding will soon announce a new Noxlux DG 50mm f/1.2 lens for Nikon Z-mount – they already have several lenses for Leica M-mount, but this will be their first lens for Nikon. This is what we know so far:
The Adobe Creative Cloud plans for individuals will get a new name and pricing for customers in North America on June 17, 2025 (see all plans). Additional information is available here.
ON1 released the 2025.2 update – free for all version 2025 owners and subscribers. See what’s new in ON1 version 2025.2 here. Additional information is available here.
Topaz Labs released Video AI version 7. Additional information is available here.
The $30 off promo discount for the new Photo AI version 4 is ending this week. Additional information is available here.
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