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The shipment of the new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens could be delayed

Nikon Japan has updated the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 Mark II lens listing on their online store with the statement: “Due to the overwhelming number of orders we have received for this product, it may take some time for delivery.” They now list the expected shipping date as April 2026. The US press release initially suggested […]

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Top 10 most viewed NikonRumors posts for February 2026

Here are the most popular NikonRumors posts for February 2026:

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Samyang is waiting on licensing from Nikon to start making Z-mount lenses

Phototrend published their report on Samyang from the 2026 CP+ show, where the South Korean lens manufacturer confirmed that they are waiting on licensing from Nikon to start making Z-mount lenses: “As for a potential move to Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts, the lens maker is still waiting for official licenses from the Japanese […]

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Nikon US rebates for March

Nikon USA started new rebates for the month of March: B&H Photo Paul’s Photo Service Photo Rebates by categories (see full list): Mirrorless Cameras Mirrorless Lenses DSLR Cameras DSLR Lenses Accessories The latest Nikon Europe rebates can be found here: New Nikon Spring discounts launched in Europe Next is the full list of discounted Nikon […]

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Detailed report on the Nikon and third-party Chinese Z-mount lens manufacturers

This post on Chinese social media details the situation with Nikon and third-party Z-mount lens manufacturers. Here is the translated AI recap:

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Meike temporarily stopped selling Z-mount lenses in China, all Chinese lens brands got a warning from Nikon

Today Meike issued an official statement and also temporarily stopped selling Nikon Z-mount lenses in China:

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Huge Nikon price increase in China – up to 42% for some lenses

Nikon introduces a huge price increase in China – up to 42% for some lenses. Leica is also raising its prices in the US, and I have the feeling that other brands will follow. The main reasons are tariffs, rising component/material costs, exchange rates (weak dollar), and the overall shrinking camera market. Here are the […]

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