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Hands-on pictures of the new Nikon Nikkor Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ zoom lens

By [NR] admin | Published: November 15, 2024

Here are a few hands-on pictures of the new Nikon Nikkor Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ zoom lens (see also this demo video):

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New Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.10 spotted at a trade show

By [NR] admin | Published: November 14, 2024

Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.10 was spotted at the Inter BEE 2024 trade show in Japan (reported here). The last officially released Z9 firmware update was version 5.0. Here is what to expect – new shutter angle for video: New control options for PZ lenses (rotate angles, direction): See also this demo video and […]

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New: ArtraLab Nonikkor 11mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount announced

By [NR] admin | Published: November 14, 2024

ArtraLab announced a new Nonikkor 11mm f/1.8 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount priced at $330 ($20 off into pricing): Here is an example of the ArtraLab Nonikkor 11mm f/1.8 lens used on a full-frame Nikon camera: Lenses specification:

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The new Meike 85mm f/1.8 Pro full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available to order for $339

By [NR] admin | Published: November 14, 2024

The previously reported Meike 85mm f/1.8 Pro series full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for order on the official website. Here are the details: SRP: USD339.99 Aperture Range: F1.8-F16 Focal Length: 85mm Filter thread: 62mm Diaphragm Blades: 9 Weight: 389g Focus Mode: Auto Focus Minimum focusing distance: 0.85m Lens Construction: 11 elements in 8 groups Full frame: […]

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Viltrox currently has no plans to make the 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount

By [NR] admin | Published: November 13, 2024

A reader contacted Viltrox to find out when the new 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens would be available for Nikon Z mount. The response was that Viltrox currently does not have plans for a 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for the Nikon Z-mount:

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The new Nikon ARCREST II “Gold Edition” filters will add the classic “Gold Ring” look to your Nikkor Z lenses

By [NR] admin | Published: November 13, 2024

I already reported about the new Nikon ARCREST II protection filters a few weeks ago (prices vary from $49-$179): Nikon released new ARCREST II protection filters Nikon Japan has launched a new “Gold Edition” Arcrest II filters that will make your Nikkor lens look like it has a “Gold Ring”: For now, the new Gold […]

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New third-party lenses for Nikon Z-mount announced: Laowa 15mm f/5, 7Artisans 10mm f/2.8 + 9mm f/5.6, and Pergear 100mm f/2.8

By [NR] admin | Published: November 12, 2024

Venus Optics officially announced the previously rumored/reported Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF lens for Nikon Z-mount mount. The lens can be purchased at B&H Photo and Laowa’s website. Additional information: Announced: Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF lens for $399 (E/Z/RF/L/M) The previously rumored 7Artisans 10mm f/2.8 II ultra wide-angle full-frame fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced […]

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