Weekly Nikon news flash #854

By [NR] admin | Published: September 28, 2025


→ Nikkor The Thousand and One Nights No.95: the beginning of ultra-high resolution Micro-NIKKOR C 5cm F3.5.


→ TTartisan released a new firmware update for the AF 75mm f/2 lens for Nikon Z-mount.


→ Nikon introduced new color models of the 4x10D CF binoculars (additional information).


→ You can now get 20% off the Luminar Neo Ecosystem with this exclusive promo code RUMORS20. This special promotion ends on October 7, and it’s the very last chance to preorder Luminar Ecosystem before the official release.

Read More »

Posted in Weekly Nikon News Flash| 17 Comments

Who produces the sensors for Nikon’s mirrorless cameras?

By [NR] admin | Published: September 28, 2025


Here is an updated list of Nikon cameras and their sensor manufacturers (the list for DSLR cameras can be found here) – it appears that in 2024, Nikon started predominantly using Tower Semiconductor sensors:

ModelYearSensorSensor Manufacturer
Nikon Z52020Full-frame CMOS 24.3MPSony
Nikon Z6II2020Full-frame BSI CMOS 24.5MPSony
Nikon Z7II2020Full-frame BSI CMOS 45.7MPSony
Nikon Z92021Full-frame stacked CMOS 45.7MPSony (IMX609AQJ)
Nikon Zfc2021APS-C BSI CMOS 20.9MPSony (source)
Nikon Z302022APS-C BSI CMOS 20.9MPSony (source)
Nikon Z82023Full-frame stacked CMOS 45.7MPSony (based on Z9 architecture)
Nikon Zf2023Full-frame BSI CMOS 24.5MPSony
Nikon Z502024APS-C CMOS 20.9MPTower Semiconductor (aka TowerJazz)
Nikon Z50II2024APS-C CMOS 20.9MPTower Semiconductor
Nikon Z6III2024Full-frame partially stacked CMOS 24.5MPTower Semiconductor (designed in-house by Nikon)
Nikon Z5II2025Full-frame BSI CMOS 24.5MPSony
Nikon ZR2025Full-frame partially stacked CMOS 24.5MPTower Semiconductor (based on Z6III architecture)

Please note that the above information is not official, and some sensor manufacturers may be incorrect (specifically for the APS-C Zfc, Z30, and Z50II models).

Read More »

Posted in Other Nikon stuff| Tagged , , , | 131 Comments

New Nikon Zf firmware update rumored to be announced next week, possibly with the new “Film Grain” feature

By [NR] admin | Published: September 28, 2025


Nikon is rumored to release a new firmware update for the Zf camera next week (most likely on Tuesday). The new firmware update will probably include the new “Film Grain” feature that was announced together with the silver Zf version (now in stock):

Read More »

Posted in Nikon Zf| Tagged , , , , , | 38 Comments

The new Kase 85mm f/1.4 AF lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for pre-order

By [NR] admin | Published: September 27, 2025



The new Kase 85mm f/1.4 AF lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for pre-order at B&H Photo and WEX Photo.

Additional information on the lens:

Read More »

Posted in Nikon Lenses| Tagged , , | 34 Comments

Message Nikon CEO Toshikazu Umatate on the Imaging Products Business

By [NR] admin | Published: September 27, 2025


Message from the CEO of Nikon, Toshikazu Umatate, on the Nikon Imaging Products Business:

Read More »

Posted in RED| Tagged , | 111 Comments

The new Nikon Zf silver model is now in stock

By [NR] admin | Published: September 26, 2025



The new Nikon Zf silver model is now shipping and is in stock at most stores:

SmallRig announced matching silver L-shape handles and other accessories for the new silver Nikon Zf camera

Posted in Nikon Zf| Tagged | 30 Comments

New: Viltrox Spark Z3 TTL flash + Godox X3Pro radio trigger for Nikon cameras

By [NR] admin | Published: September 25, 2025



The previously reported Viltrox Spark Z3 TTL on-camera flash for Nikon cameras is now officially announced and available for order on Amazon and the official Viltrox store (not yet listed on B&H Photo). Additional information is available here.



Godox released a new X3Pro radio trigger for Nikon cameras. Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo. Additional information is available here.

Posted in Other Nikon stuff| Tagged , , , | 48 Comments