Monthly Archives: January 2026

Improve Nikon photo quality easily with Aiarty Image Enhancer (exclusive time-limited deal)

Improve Nikon Photo Quality Easily with Aiarty Image Enhancer You know the feeling well. Even with Nikon cameras like the Z8, Z6 II, or D850, real-world shoots such as dimly lit concerts, fast-moving street scenes, and backlit portraits still bring familiar challenges. High-ISO noise, slight motion or focus blur, underexposed shadows, and older photos that […]

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DxO adds support for the Nikon Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR and MC 35mm f/1.7 lenses

This month, DxO Labs released 326 new DxO modules, expanding coverage to more than 110,000 camera and lens combinations in total, including new added support for the Nikon Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR and Nikon Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 lenses. Get 10% off DxO products with code RUMORS. The new DxO Modules can be found in […]

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The latest Chinese lenses for Nikon Z-mount updates

→ Brightin Star lenses are now available for sale at B&H Photo (the Nikon Z-mount lenses can be found here). Until now, Brightin Star lenses were available only on Amazon, AliExpress, and the official online store. → The Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II lens for Nikon Z-mount is now also available at B&H Photo (additional information). → The new Meike AF 23mm […]

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2026 BCN awards announced

BCN Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, announced the winners in the camera category for 2026. BCN collects POS sales data from most retail stores in Japan (January to December, 2025). Here is the latest ranking:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #870

→ Cosina to display new lens prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan. → Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro lens for Nikon Z-mount firmware update version 1.07 released with improved AF functionality. → New Cinelux Reduxa R2 focal reducer for RED DSMC2 cameras is coming soon to Kickstarter. → And the worst camera of 2025 is… (hint: […]

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Many Nikon rebates are ending tomorrow

The Nikon USA rebates are ending tomorrow, January 18, 2026: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo. Rebates by categories (see full list): Mirrorless Cameras Mirrorless Lenses DSLR Cameras DSLR Lenses Accessories Germany: Foto Erhard (ending January 26, 2026). Germany: Nikon voucher (Gutschein) offer (ending January 19, 2026). UK: WEX Photo (ending January 18, 2026). Canada: Nikon Canada $200 trade-in bonus […]

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Rumors from China: Nikon is suing Viltrox

Rumors circulating on Chinese social media platforms claim that Viltrox is being sued by Nikon over a dispute regarding Z-mount lens licensing. Here is the translation:

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