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The new Nikon Nikkor Z Cinema 50mm T1.9 VV cinema lens spotted at the 2026 IBC show

By [NR] admin | Published: September 11, 2026

The new Nikon Nikkor Z Cinema 50mm T1.9 VV cinema lens was spotted at the 2026 IBC show (picture credit: Michel Khourny – thanks): The 50mm T1.9 VV is the first of nine new Nikkor Z cinema lenses that were announced a few days ago:

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Venus Optics released the Nikon F-mount version of the Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5X ultra macro lens

By [NR] admin | Published: September 10, 2026

Venus Optics released the Nikon F-mount version of the existing Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5X ultra macro lens: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Laowa online store Additional information: Telephoto-macro in a compact, lightweight design Up to 1.5x macro magnification for highly detailed close-ups 270mm full-frame equivalent on Fujifilm X APS-C cameras 30cm minimum focusing distance AF from […]

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LOL: Nikon had three development announcements and two actual announcements in 2026

By [NR] admin | Published: September 9, 2026

In 2026, Nikon had three development announcements and two actual announcements: Nikkor Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 (released: January 2026) Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II (released: February 2026) Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S (development announcement: May 2026) Nikkor Z cinema lenses (development announcement: September 2026) Nikon ZR firmware 2.0 (development announcement: September 2026) Was it […]

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Act fast: Nikon Zf camera discounted to $1,747 at Amazon (only 6 pieces at this price)

By [NR] admin | Published: September 8, 2026

  Every few months, Amazon discounts random cameras and lenses for a limited time. Today, the Nikon Zf camera is listed on Amazon for $1,747 – that’s $300 off (regular price: $2,047): Update: all discounted Zf cameras are now sold out, and the price is back to normal. The camera is sold by Unique Photo, an […]

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Nikon announces the development of nine new Nikkor Z Cinema T1.9 VV lenses

By [NR] admin | Published: September 8, 2026

The long-rumored Nikon cinema lenses are now finally officially announced (development announcement only). The new Nikkor Z Cinema T1.9 VV series will include nine lenses, including a Nikkor Z Cinema 50mm T1.9 VV:

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Nikon officially announced the development of firmware version 2.00 for the Nikon ZR (Open Gate coming in 2027)

By [NR] admin | Published: September 8, 2026

A few hours after my report, Nikon officially announced the development of a new firmware version 2.00 for the Nikon ZR camera. The release will come later in 2026, and the Open Gate feature will come in 2027. Here are the official details:

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Nikon registered a new 1162ED wireless remote controller with the FCC: the confidentiality ends on November 3rd 2026.

By [NR] admin | Published: September 7, 2026

Nikon registered a new wireless remote controller with the FCC, and the confidentiality ends on November 3rd, 2026. This is just another hint in the long list of clues that a new product(s) announcement is coming soon. Here are the details on the new wireless remote controller:

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