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2026 BCN awards announced

By [NR] admin | Published: January 19, 2026

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

By [NR] admin | Published: January 18, 2026

→ 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

By [NR] admin | Published: January 17, 2026

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

By [NR] admin | Published: January 17, 2026

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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The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens is now in stock

By [NR] admin | Published: January 16, 2026

The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens is now in stock at: US: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo DE: Foto Erhardt CA: Camera Canada Additional coverage of the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens can be found here:

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New Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 lens for Nikon Z-mount announced

By [NR] admin | Published: January 15, 2026

The previously reported Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 lens for Nikon Z- mount is now officially announced and available for order with an introductory price of $269.99 (regular price: $299.99) at: Amazon Ali Express Brightin Star website Sample photos can be found here. Additional information:

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New Voigtlander Portrait Heliar 75mm f/1.8 lens with bokeh control ring for Nikon Z-mount announced

By [NR] admin | Published: January 15, 2026

Today, Cosina announced a new Voigtlander Portrait Heliar 75mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount (the lens already exists for Sony E-mount): Bokeh control ring (Spherical Aberration Control Ring) Communication with the camera body via electronic contacts All-metal lens 6 Optical Elements in 3 Groups 9-blade iris diaphragm Pre-orders will open soon at: B&H | Erhardt | WEX. This is the […]

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