Nikon Rumors

New Nikon camera N2527 registered overseas

By [NR] admin | Published: April 25, 2026

After the N2324, Nikon registered a second camera in Asia under the code name N2527. Nikon so far has two registered but not yet released models:

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There is no Nikon Z9 camera shortage; the Z9II will most likely not come in 2026

By [NR] admin | Published: April 25, 2026

Currently, there are no widespread Nikon Z9 stock shortages worldwide, and the camera is not out of stock at many major online retailers. Here is a quick AI report on the Z9 availability:

United States

B&H Photo – In Stock
Adorama – In Stock
Amazon.com – In Stock

Canada

Camera Canada – In Stock
Henry’s – In Stock
Vistek – In Stock
Amazon.ca -In Stock

Germany

Foto Erhardt – In Stock
Foto Koch – In Stock

Wex Photo – In Stock
Jessops – In Stock
Amazon.co.uk – In Stock

Japan

MAP Camera – In Stock
Yodobashi Camera – In Stock
BIC Camera – In Stock
Amazon.co.jp – In Stock

Stock can fluctuate daily, especially for a high-end flagship, and “low stock” at one seller doesn’t indicate a broader shortage. The Nikon Z9 will be available for sale long after the new Nikon Z9II is announced.

Regarding the Nikon Z9II, unfortunately, I do not have any good news. The latest rumors suggest that the Z9 replacement will not come before 2027 (we may get a development announcement earlier, but you won’t have one in your hands in 2026). If the Z9II timeline changes again, I will make another blog post.

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More upcoming Z-mount lenses from Brightin Star, 7Artisans, TTartisan, and Viltrox

By [NR] admin | Published: April 24, 2026

In addition to the upcoming 12mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus ultra-wide lens, Brightin Star will also release a new Brightin Star 50mm f/2 TRI-SIGHT lens for Nikon Z-mount with three switchable rendering styles – Smooth, Prime, and Foams (previously displayed at the CP+ show):

Brightin Star to announce four new lenses

Additional information on the upcoming 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount (previously reported here, check also the official website for updates):

Additional information on the upcoming 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 full frame lens (E/Z/L)

TTartisan to announce two full-frame AF lenses for Z-mount from the new Neo series – 50mm f/1.8 & 85mm f/1.8 (previously reported here):

TTartisan announced two full-frame AF lenses from the new Neo series: 50mm f/1.8 & 85mm f/1.8 (E/Z/L)

Additional pictures of the upcoming Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8, 75mm f/1.8, and 90mm f/2.2 EVO lenses (previously reported here):

Additional pictures of the upcoming Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8, 75mm f/1.8, and 90mm f/2.2 EVO lenses

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The next Nikon ZR firmware to include those four upgrades

By [NR] admin | Published: April 23, 2026

As several readers have already noted in my previous post, I added two new videos from the NAB show that describe the upcoming Nikon ZR firmware update – here is what to expect:

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Nikon to raise the base salary of its employees in Japan for the fourth consecutive year

By [NR] admin | Published: April 23, 2026

Nikon Corporation has decided to raise the base salary of its employees by 10,000 yen, around $62 (approximately 2.5% of the average base salary), starting in July of this year. Including salary increases based on individual performance, the total base salary increase per person is expected to be approximately 18,000 yen, around $112 (approximately 4.5% of the average base salary). Furthermore, in conjunction with this base salary increase, the starting salary for new graduates joining the company from April 2027 onwards will be raised by 10,000 yen.

This will be the fourth consecutive year of implementation.

Additional information:

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Viltrox announced the AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB N flagship lens without a TFT/LCD screen for Nikon Z-mount

By [NR] admin | Published: April 23, 2026

Viltrox officially announced the previously reported AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB N flagship lens, without a TFT/LCD screen, for the Nikon Z-mount. Here is what’s new (additional informtion is available here):