The previously reported Megadap ETZ21 Pro+ Sony E-mount lens to Nikon Z-mount camera autofocus adapter is now available for pre-order.
The old version, the Megadap ETZ21, is now discontinued.
I already reported some of the advantages of the new Megadap ETZ21 Pro+ adapter in this post:
Upcoming Nikon photography classes with Steve Simon:
The Nikon Z8/Z9 Masterclass + London Street Photography Intensive: Sunday, July 13, 2025:
If you own a Nikon Z8 or Z9, this immersive London masterclass is your opportunity to finally take full control of your camera and unlock its true potential—fast. In one powerful day, you’ll master the latest features and firmware upgrades, learn how to customize your setup for speed and simplicity, and then hit the streets for a mentored shoot through some of London’s most visually rich locations. Whether you’re chasing street moments, action, or storytelling scenes, this class will sharpen your technical edge and ignite your creative confidence with the most advanced Nikon tools ever made.
Nikon Z8/Z9 Mastery Online Bootcamp (includes comprehensive coverage of 3.00 & 5.20 firmware updates): Friday, Sept 12, 2025:
CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2025, black: 2024, blue: 2023):
Megadap released new firmware updates to resolve the compatibility issue with the latest Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0:
Update: Fringer has also released a firmware update, which can be found at the bottom of this page.
Thanks to Dariusz Breś and everyone else who sent that in.
The previously reported Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and available for order:
The Megadap ETZ21 Pro (Sony E to Nikon Z) autofocus lens adapters are also not compatible with the latest Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0:
A similar situation exists with the Techart Z-mount adapters – see this Reddit discussion.
Update: issues were also reported with the Fringer EFTZ II adapter.
Viltrox also issued a warning not to update your Nikon cameras’ firmware with third-party lenses attached:
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