Exclusive 3 Legged Thing L-brackets coupon codes


3 Legged Thing sent me some coupon codes to share with [NR] readers for 25% off any L-brackets that are not already discounted:

  • United Kingdom: 3LTNR25UK
  • USA: 3LTNR25US
  • EU member countries: 3LTNR25EU
  • Everywhere else: 3LTNR25ROW

This offer applies to all current 3 Legged Thing L-brackets, including those for non-Nikon cameras.

Some 3 Legged Thing tripods are currently on sale at B&H Photo.

All of the Nikon L-brackets are those with names starting with the letter Z:


For Nikon cameras that don’t have a dedicated L-bracket, there are the Universal models:

 

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Nikon CEO: concentrating on next-gen image-processing engine, video+RED synergy, got almost all US tariffs back

Nikon President and CEO Yasuhiro Ohmura

Nikon published the transcript and Q&A session for the Q2 financial results with President and CEO Yasuhiro Ohmura. In the management update portion of the presentation, Omura specifically highlighted the following regarding the Imaging Business:

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An updated list of where Nikon Z cameras and lenses are manufactured: the Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 lens is made in Japan


The new Nikon Z5IIC camera (previous coverage) is made in Thailand, while the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens (previous coverage) is made in Japan.

Here is the latest/updated list of Nikon Z mirrorless cameras and lenses, and the country of manufacture:

Mirrorless camera (Z series)Country of origin
Z9, Z8, Z7II, Z6III, Z6II, Z7, Z6, Z5II, Z5IIC, Z5, Zf, Zfc, Z50, Z50II, Z30Thailand
NIKKOR Z Lenses
NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S
NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S
Japan
NIKKOR Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7Vietnam
NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8
NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8
NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 (Special Edition)
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2
NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE)
NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S
NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S
NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena
NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S
NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S
NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S
NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f /3.5-6.3 VR
NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1
Thailand
NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S
NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S
NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S
NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4
NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S
NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S
NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S
NIKKOR Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S
NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S
NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f /2.8
NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3
NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8
NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR
NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8
NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR
China

Nikon quietly shifts some lens production from China to Vietnam

Source: Nikon

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Aftershoot early Black Friday sale


Aftershoot launched its early Black Friday sale: the first 500 photographers can grab an annual plan and get 25% off; then the discount drops to 20%. You can also try using coupon codes BLACKFRIDAY26 and RUMORS for additional savings. That’s the lowest price of the year. If Aftershoot doesn’t work for you, you can claim a full refund within 30 days.


Aftershoot is an AI-powered desktop software (for Mac and Windows) designed for professional photographers, especially those shooting high-volume work like weddings, events, portraits, and schools, that streamlines the entire post-production workflow in one app. It uses AI to automatically or assistively cull images by scoring them on factors like sharpness, exposure, composition, facial expressions, closed eyes, and duplicates (grouping bursts intelligently and learning your preferences over time), then applies consistent edits that can match your personal style (via training on your past work or pre-built profiles) with full RAW controls, and handles natural retouching such as skin smoothing, blemish removal, object cleanup, flyaway hair, and glasses glare. The platform also supports client galleries for proofing, delivery, and print sales, all while running offline/locally for privacy with unlimited images and flat pricing (no per-image fees), helping photographers reclaim significant time—often reducing hours of manual culling and editing to minutes.

Via PhotoRumors

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Weekly Nikon news flash #911


→ The compact EZCast CamCast wireless HDMI video transmitter that sends a camera’s live picture to phones and tablets and turns them into camera monitors is now $136 (20% off) with code CAMCAST20 (until November 30).


→ Nextorage launched new NX-F2AE SDXC UHS-II memory cards developed specifically for professional video production (additional information).


→ DxO released a new module for the Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 A084 lens for Nikon Z-mount. You can get 15% off DxO products with code RUMORS (for new customers only). The full list of newly added modules is available here.


→ More new/upcoming lenses for Nikon Z-mount.


→ Nikon Lunch & Learn at Creative Photo Academy:

  • Monday, November 9th – Infrared & Special FX
  • Friday, December 4th – Print Exchange, Portraits

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Top 10 most viewed NikonRumors posts for October 2026


Here are the most popular NikonRumors posts for October 2026:

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Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f/2 Zero-D tilt-shift lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced



The previously reported Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f/2 Zero-D tilt-shift lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and available for order:



Additional informtion on the lens:

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