Monthly Archives: June 2024

Nikon launched a dedicated “Self Service Repair” website

A few weeks ago, I first reported about the “Self-Service Repair” documents section on the Nikon support website. Nikon has now launched a new “Self Service Repair” dedicated website: “Nikon Inc. provides access to applicable service manuals, parts, and tools to enable you to perform your own repairs on certain Nikon digital electronic products.” Update: the […]

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New firmware update released for the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount

Tamron released a new firmware update for the 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount: The lens is priced at $1,999, but Amazon currently has “renewed” 35-150mm lenses for $1,484.95 ($514 or 26% off): Previous coverage of the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount can be found here:

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AstrHori announced a new and improved 28mm f/13 90° periprobe lens with 360° rotating base for Nikon Z-mount

AstrHori announced a new and improved 28mm f/13 90° periprobe lens with 360° rotating base for Nikon Z-mount. Two different versions of the lens are available (check also the Amazon store): AstrHori 28mm f/13 90° periprobe lens + 360° rotating base ($939) AstrHori 28mm f/13 direct view + 90° periprobe lens + 360° rotating base ($1,398) Additional information is […]

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Camouflage waterproof lens covers for the Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens

Several different camouflage waterproof lens covers are already available for the Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens: EasyCover Lens Oak for the Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR (see more EasyCover products). Chasing Birds camouflage waterproof lens coat for Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR (see more Chasing Birds products). RolandPRO waterproof lens camouflage coat for Nikon Z […]

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What is the Nikon Z6 III teaser telling us?

Here are some of the clues from the Nikon Z6 III teaser video: Update – orders are now open: US: Adorama | B&H Photo | Amazon | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo DE: Foto Erhardt | Foto Koch | Calumet UK: WEX Photo | Park Cameras CA: Camera Canada

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Breaking: first Nikon Z6 III teaser

As already reported, Nikon released their first teaser for the rumored Z6 III camera: Update – orders are now open: US: Adorama | B&H Photo | Amazon | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo DE: Foto Erhardt | Foto Koch | Calumet UK: WEX Photo | Park Cameras CA: Camera Canada

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Nikon price increase rumored for Germany (and for the rest of Europe?) – the 180-600mm Z lens is rumored to go up by €300-400

I received a tip that Nikon will increase its prices in Germany and, most likely, the rest of Europe as well. The very popular (and still out of stock in the US) Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens is rumored to go up by €300-400, which is significant. I do not know the full list […]

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Nikon Z6 III announcement is expected around June 11 or around June 18

Nikon Z6 III announcement is expected around June 11 or around June 18 Here is the latest regarding the upcoming Nikon Z6 III announcement – two different dates are still floating around: on or around June 11 (±1 day) on or around June 18 (±1 day) There could be several reasons for the discrepancy: We […]

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