Here is a quick specifications comparison between the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S lens and the upcoming Tamron 16-30mm f//2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z-mount: Specification Nikkor Z 14-30mm f/4 Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Prie $1,196 around $1,000 Focal Length Range 14 -30mm 16-30 Zoom Ratio 2.1x […]
Tamron will soon announce a new 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z-mount. Tamron currently has 7 lenses for Nikon Z-mount – see previous coverage here. Here is the leaked information (now removed):
Megadap will soon release a new ETZ21 Pro+ lens adapter (with a “+” after the “Pro”) with support for the Sony LA-EA5 A-mount to E-mount adapter. So far, the electronic adapters have not been very successful at nesting. One theory is that they don’t distribute the voltage correctly. But apparently, the makers of the ETZ […]
The German brand Rollei announced a new 85mm f/1.8 autofocus full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount. For now, the new lens is only available for pre-order in Germany (at Foto Erhardt). In the US, Rollei products are sold at B&H Photo. Additional information can be found here – the lens seems to be a rebadged 7artisans […]
Venus Optics announced a new Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FF zoom fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount (previously reported here): US: B&H Photo International: Venus Optics online store Additional information:
A few months ago, I reported that Nikon would have a slow year (2025) in terms of new product announcements. This is what Nikon has announced so far this year: Nikon Z5II camera Nikon Coolpix P1100 camera Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 S lens Top executives recently confirmed that Nikon is still expecting to have […]
A reader sent me his solution for a cheap lens cap replacement for his Nikkor 14mm f/2.8 lens (see the original lens cap on eBay). The QC-103 Fernco 3-in. flexible pipe cap pictured above is a perfect fit and protects the lens front better than any other cap or cover. Fits snugly, and it only costs a […]
A quick update to my last post – the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 VCM ASPH ED pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially released and available for order: US: B&H Photo DE: Foto Erhardt International: Pergear | Viltrox (5% off with code FBX28CHIPZ5) Additional information:
The new Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 VCM ASPH ED lens for Nikon Z-mount is already listed for sale on eBay and Aliexpress. The lens should be listed soon at B&H Photo. Check also the official Viltrox website for updates. Update – the lens is now officially released and available for order: US: B&H Photo DE: Foto Erhardt International: Pergear | Viltrox store (get […]
The Chinese brand Mr. Ding will soon announce a new Noxlux DG 50mm f/1.2 lens for Nikon Z-mount – they already have several lenses for Leica M-mount, but this will be their first lens for Nikon. This is what we know so far:
