Category Archives: Other Nikon stuff

November CIPA numbers are out

By [NR] admin | Published: January 6, 2021

CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their camera production data for November 2020 (orange: 2020, black: 2019, blue: 2018, click for larger view):

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The line between Nikon USA version and gray market, fuzzy or crystal clear?

By [NR] admin | Published: December 28, 2020

The line between Nikon USA version and gray market, fuzzy or crystal clear? By Charlie Rumschlag, wildlife enthusiast and 35+ high tech sales, December 12, 2020. I recently embarked on a mission to verify my recent purchase from Amazon for an AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR lens was in fact a USA version and […]

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Updated Nikon Big Sur software compatibility

By [NR] admin | Published: December 23, 2020

Nikon updated their Big Sur software compatibility – here are the details:

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After 70 years Nikon to end camera production in Japan, manufacturing moving to Thailand by the end of 2021

By [NR] admin | Published: December 20, 2020

The Japanese Asahi (translated) reports that after more than 70 years Nikon will end camera production in Japan. The Z6 and Z& production were already moved to Thailand and the D6 will be moved by the end of 2021. Cost-cutting is the main reason for the move. The Nikon factory in Sendai will continue to play an […]

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Nikon interview: “demand is returning strongly”, “steady” sales for the latest cameras, more DX Z-mount lenses coming, DSLRs and F-mount delays expected

By [NR] admin | Published: December 18, 2020

Here is a recap of a recent AP interview with Tetsuya Morimoto (Director at Nikon Europe):

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Techart TZE-01 autofocus adapter for Sony E-mount lenses to Nikon Z-mount cameras is now in stock

By [NR] admin | Published: December 17, 2020

The new Techart TZE-01 autofocus adapter for Sony E-mount lenses to Nikon Z-mount cameras is now in stock at  Adorama, B&H, and Amazon. Additional information on the adapter can be found here:

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Skylum Luminar AI now available, all Topaz Labs products now 30% off

By [NR] admin | Published: December 15, 2020

The new Skylum Luminar AI is now available for download – use coupon code NIKONRUMORS for $10 off (additional information available here). Topaz Labs is offering 30% off on all products, bundles, and upgrades site-wide – use coupon code RUMORS15 for an additional 15% off.

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