Monthly Archives: August 2020

Some of the Topaz Labs deals will end this Friday (August 7)

Some of the Topaz Labs deals are set to expire this Friday (August 7): Topaz Labs Sharpen AI (new version): $59.99 (was $79.99) Topaz Labs Video Enhance AI (new version): $199.99 (was $299.99)   Topaz Labs Creator Bundle: $149.99 (was $279.99) Topaz Labs Utility Bundle: $195.99 (was $249.99) You can use coupon code RUMORS15 for an additional […]

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June 2020 CIPA report is out

CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their camera production data for June, 2020 (orange: 2020, black: 2019, blue: 2018, click for larger view):

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All new Nikon products will start shipping on August 28 (including the Z5 camera and Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 lens)

Nikon Japan changed the shipping date for the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lens from September to August 28 (now it matches the US shipping date). Several other Nikon products will also start shipping on August 28 – here is the full list (keep in mind that some accessories are available only in Japan):

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Nikon USA now gives $100 extra trade-in credit towards a new Nikon Z5 camera

Today Nikon USA started a new program where you can get $100 extra trade-in credit towards the purchase of a new Nikon Z5 camera. This introductory offer is retroactively valid for customers who have already pre-ordered the Z5 (pre-orders are open at: Adorama | B&H | Focus Camera | Amazon | Park Cameras | WEX | Calumet | Camera Canada). The Nikon lens rebates (Adorama | […]

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Nikon USA updates Z-mount mirrorless lens roadmap with correct Nikkor Z 50mm Micro lens

The initially released Nikon Z lens roadmap had the wrong 60mm Micro lens listed next to the 105mm S Micro. Nikon USA has now updated the Z-mount lens roadmap with the correct Nikkor Z 50mm Micro mirrorless lens:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #584

→ Capture One released a new black & white and a film inspired “Beyond” styles packs. → The new LEE85 filter system is now available for pre-order. → New Wimberley tripod mount replacement plates (via DC. Watch): Wimberley AP-500 for the Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens: Adorama | B&H Wimberley AP-555 for the Nikkor […]

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The new Venus Optics Laowa 9mm f/5.6 FF RL ultra-wide-angle rectilinear lens for Nikon Z-mount is now in stock

The new Venus Optics Laowa 9mm f/5.6 FF RL ultra-wide-angle rectilinear lens for Nikon Z-mount is now in stock at Adorama, B&H, and at the official Laowa online store (for international shipping). Sample photos are available here. Additional information is available here. Venus Optics is going to announce two more Z-mount lenses by the end of the […]

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The battle at the volcano of Nisyros: photography project in the biggest hydrothermal volcano crater in the world

“The battle at the volcano of Nisyros: photography project in the biggest hydrothermal volcano crater in the world” is by Karampotakis Giorgos (Instagram | Facebook | YouTube) and was shot entirely with the Nikon D610 camera: Nisyros was born according to the legend of the Battle of the Giants. The mother of all , Earth turned the mortal Giants against […]

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