Nikon released new firmware updates for the Z50II, Z5II, Z6III, and Zf mirrorless cameras:
New firmware updates for the Nikon Z50II, Z5II, Z6III, and Zf cameras released
Thypoch Simera 28 f/1.4 and 35mm f/1.4 lenses for Nikon Z-mount now on sale
The Thypoch Simera 28 f/1.4 and 35mm f/1.4 lenses for Nikon Z-mount are now on sale at ($60 off):
- B&H Photo
- Thypoch website (international shipping)
Today Thypoch announced a new Simera 21mm f/1.4 M-mount lens (you will need an adapter for Z-mount):
Additional coverage on Thypoch lenses for Nikon Z-mount can be found here:
Coming soon: new Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 FFII C&D Dreamer autofocus full-frame ultra wide lens for Nikon Z mount
This week, Venus Optics is expected to announce the previously reported Laowa 12mm f/2.8 FFII C&D Dreamer autofocus full-frame ultra wide lens for Nikon Z mount (a few sample photos can be found here):
Nikon USA price increase now in effect
The Nikon USA price increase is now in effect. Here is the new price list for lenses made in China (all other accessories like flashes, filters, cases, lens hoods, battery grips, memory cards, etc. will also got a price increase):
Comparing the Nikkor Z 14-30mm f/4 with the upcoming Tamron 16-30mm f//2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z-mount
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 | 1.88x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Format | FX | FX |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.16x | 0.16x |
| Lens Elements | 14 | 16 |
| Lens Groups | 12 | 12 |
| Compatible Format(s) | FX, DX | FX, DX |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 28cm | 19cm |
| Focus Mode | Autofocus, Manual | Autofocus, Manual |
| Filter Size | 82mm | 67mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-in | Screw-in |
| Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | 3.5 in. 89 mm x3.3 in. 85mm | Length 105mm |
| Approx. Weight | 17.1 oz. 485g | 450g |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
Tamron to announce a new 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z-mount
Tamron to announce a new 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z-mount
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):
Weekly Nikon news flash #839
→ The new Pro Tripod by Peak Design has already raised over $2.6 million on Kickstarter, with more than 3,200 backers.
→ The Nikon rebates (sofortrabatt) in Europe will expire on July 21: Foto Erhardt | WEX Photo.
→ New Gura Gear Kiboko City Sling 6L camera back announced.
→ Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports lens compared to Nikkor tele lenses by Dariusz Breś.
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