Category Archives: Nikon Lenses

The upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens spotted at Roland Garros

By [NR] admin | Published: June 4, 2026

I already reported that the upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens will be tested at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It seems that the lens is also being tested at Roland Garros – here I think is the first spy picture of the new lens:

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Nikon released firmware update version 1.10 for the new Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens

By [NR] admin | Published: June 3, 2026

Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.10 for the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens with a single fix: Fixed an issue where autofocus was slow to respond when used with the NIKON Z TELECONVERTER TC-2.0x. The next shipment of the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens in […]

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The next shipment of the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens in Japan is expected in September (in stock in the US)

By [NR] admin | Published: June 3, 2026

The next shipment of the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens in Japan is expected in September – this is according to Yodobashi camera: Map Camera doesn’t even list the lens anymore. In the US, the new Z 70-200mm lens is currently in stock at Amazon (shipped and sold by Amazon). […]

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Look for the upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

By [NR] admin | Published: May 30, 2026

The upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens will be tested at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America (Jun 11 – Jul 19 2026) – I was told the lens will be given to select photographers. The upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens spotted at Roland […]

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Also announced: new Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 Ⅱ full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount for $498

By [NR] admin | Published: May 29, 2026

In addition to the AF 56mm f/1.7 Air APS-C lens, Meike also announced a new AF 85mm f/1.4 Ⅱ full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount (previously reported here). Orders are now open at the official Meike online store (coming soon to B&H Photo). The price is $498. The lens is also available in white and white/black […]

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Meike AF 56mm f/1.7 Air APS-C lens for Nikon-Z mount released and available for order for $159

By [NR] admin | Published: May 28, 2026

The previously reported Meike AF 56mm f/1.7 Air APS-C lens for Nikon-Z mount is now officially released and available for purchase: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Meike store Update – Meike also announced a new AF 85mm f/1.4 Ⅱ full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount: Also announced: new Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 Ⅱ full-frame lens for Nikon […]

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Comparing the size of the upcoming Nikon Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens with the 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S

By [NR] admin | Published: May 26, 2026

Here is a side-by-side comparison of the upcoming Nikon Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens with the Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S (currently $2,000 off) by Michna:

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