Nikon released firmware update version 1.04 for the Z50II mirrorless camera with a single fix:
PhotonsToPhotos released sensor measurements for the Nikon Z50II camera
The previously reported Brightin Star 11mm f/2.8 II full-frame fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount has now been officially announced – this is the second generation of the Brightin Star 11mm f/2.8 model.
The introductory price of the lens is $249.99. After April 23, the price will be $269.99. Orders are now open at the official Brightin Star website (coming soon to B&H).
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Nikon has registered a new N2324 camera in Asia:
Here is the list of upcoming/rumored Nikon cameras:
Essilor Luxottica has raised its stake in Nikon Corporation to 18.59% from 17.53% through open-market purchases, according to a large shareholding filing filed in Japan around April 5–6, 2026. This latest incremental increase continues the Franco-Italian eyewear giant’s (owner of Ray-Ban, Oakley, and other brands) steady accumulation of shares since securing regulatory approval in October 2025 to hold up to 20% of the Japanese company, making it Nikon’s largest shareholder at the time while building on their longstanding 50/50 joint venture (Nikon-Essilor Co., Ltd.) for Nikon-branded eyeglass lenses since 2000. The investment has been described as a long-term passive holding with no activist intent or plans to influence Nikon’s management or strategy.
Nikon’s stock has been up over 11% YTD:
Nikon contributes to research on the effects of microgravity in drug discovery – the company’s Live Cell Observation System was selected for a NASA-supported project andis heading to the International Space Station:
Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.02 for the Nikkor Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 lens (B&H | WEX | Erhardt) with a single fix:
The new firmware can be downloaded here.
Previous coverage of the Nikkor Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 lens can be found here.
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