Weekly Nikon news flash #872



→ The Nikon AF-S 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR lens for F-mount is already listed as discontinued to make space for the new/rumored Nikkor Z 120-300 f/2.8 TC VR S.


→ New DJI RS 5 gimbal announced: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt (additional information).


Topaz Labs released several new fidelity models across their apps. These updates focus on more natural detail, reduced artifacts, and improved consistency across different content types. The models support use cases like portraits, animals, vintage photos, and older videos. Additional information is available here.


MonsterAdapter LA-FZ1 AF adapter firmware update version 1.2 released:

  • Fixed an issue where the aperture motor would continuously produce noise or flickering when fully open in some cases.
  • Fixed an issue where the AF Zoom-Nikkor 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5D IF could not focus.


The two remaining new Petzval lenses for Z-mount were just released: Joseph Petzval Focus-coupled Bokeh Control 27 mm f/1.7 and 135 mm f/2.5.


→ Nikon Corporation announced that it has made an investment in Setsuro Tech, a biotechnology startup originating from Tokushima University that develops businesses related to research support services and precision breeding utilizing its proprietary genome editing technologies.

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