After the previously rumored Coolpix P1000 camera and Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens were officially announced, here is an updated list of what to expect next from Nikon – there are still 4 already registered but not-yet-announced Nikon cameras (see previous “what to expect posts” here):
- No news on a potential Nikon D750 replacement, but at least two new high-end cameras are rumored for 2018.
- Nikon D6 is rumored for 2019 – the D6 trademark is already registered (there will most likely not be a D5s).
- The long-rumored Nikkor 60mm macro lens is still expected (a new 200mm macro lens is also a possibility: the actual focal length could be less than 200mm but definitely above the current 105mm).
- After the Nikkor 500mm f/5.6, a new 600mm f/5.6 PF and/or a new 400mm f/5.6 PF lenses are still a possibility.
- A new high-end compact Nikon camera is still a possibility.
- Nikon Coolpix A1000 compact camera.
- Nikon mirrorless camera.
I have several hints on potential Nikon official announcement dates:
- Nikon UK is doing some press briefings first week of August, with an NDA to be signed on the day.
- Nikon is purchasing advertising in magazines that are supposed to start in mid-August.
- The new Nikkor AF-S 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens could be officially released in early September.
