Nikon Rumors

The latest Z-mount lenses from China

By [NR] admin | Published: July 8, 2026

Here are the latest Z-mount lenses from Chinese lens manufacturers:

Songraw announced a new AF 85mm f/1.2 MS “Youth Edition” full-frame lens made entirely of aviation-grade aluminum (in the US, Songraw lenses are sold at Amazon):

TTArtisan will soon announce a new AF 85mm f/1.8 lens from the budget Neo line (previously reported here):

Viltrox is already teasing the upcoming 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake lens for Nikon Z mount:

Sirui announced new 15mm T1.6, 75mm T1.4, and 150mm T4 Macro (1.5x) cinema lenses with interchangeable RF/Z/L modules (no shims required). Orders are now open at B&H Photo and the official Sirui online store (the lenses are from the Sirui Vision Prime series, currently available in 24mm, 35mm, and 50mm T1.4).

Additional information on the lenses can be found on PhotoRumors:

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Nikon Z50II firmware update version 1.10 released

By [NR] admin | Published: July 6, 2026

Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.10 for the Z50II camera. Here is what’s new:

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May 2026 CIPA numbers

By [NR] admin | Published: July 6, 2026

CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2026, black: 2025, blue: 2024):

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Weekly Nikon news flash #893

By [NR] admin | Published: July 5, 2026

→ New: Mutiny TC-A timecode + audio breakout adapter for Nikon cameras.

→ New: Aquatech Edge Pro underwater housing for Nikon ZR cameras (Aquatech products are also sold at B&H Photo).

→ Think Tank Photo announced a new Turnstyle Sling V3 camera bag (more info). Check also the ongoing Think Tank Photo sale.

→ New: Core SWX PowerVault charging system.

→ Top 10 full-size tripods.

→ The new Delkin Valor Pro 1TB CFexpress 4.0 memory card is assembled in the US – get it from B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo.

→ PPPcameras offers customizable Nikon F and Nikon 35ti leatherette options (check also their vintage store).

→ Harlowe Pocket Flash with Z-Axis stand and Bi-Color LED (more info).

→ Manfrotto Uncover Backpack (more info).
→ Pelican next-gen Protector 2.0 cases (more info).

→ Profoto XL-Sized Softboxes (more info).
→ Godox portable lighting system (more info).

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Is Nikon resurrecting the canceled DL compact cameras?

By [NR] admin | Published: July 4, 2026

I received a tip that Nikon could be resurrecting the canceled DL compact camera system. The camera body design and lens specs could be very similar to those of the originally announced DL1 8-50 and DL 24-85, or maybe combined into a single 24-70 variant that is slightly thicker. The rest of the rumor:

Premium materials
Nikon’s Flexible Color Picture Control
Stacked 24mp 1” sensor
Will be sold with a leather camera case
External smart shoe EVF will be sold separately

Please note that I have not confirmed this informtion with any of my other sources – maybe it is too early or maybe the above information is false. Nikon will definitely release a new compact camera. Early reports suggested a high-end compact Nikon full-frame camera with a fixed lens:

First rumors about a new Nikon compact full-frame fixed lens camera

Additional pictures of the old Nikon DL cameras that were canceled in 2017:

Posted in Nikon DL, Nikon Point and Shoot| Tagged Nikon compact camera with 1" sensor, Nikon compact full-frame fixed-lens camera, Nikon DL, Nikon high-end compact camera rumors| 200 Comments

New TTartisan AF 50mm f/1.8 NEO lens for Nikon Z-mount announced ($89)

By [NR] admin | Published: July 3, 2026

TTartisan announced a new AF 50mm f/1.8 NEO lens for Nikon Z-mount (previously reported here). The new lens is a lightweight and affordable autofocus lens priced at $89 with free shipping, and it does not include a focus or aperture rings. Pre-orders should now be open at: