The Nikon F camera used to shoot some of Jimi Hendrix’s album covers is up for auction (again)

By [NR] admin | Published: September 1, 2023


Back in July I reported that the Nikon F camera used to shoot some of Jimi Hendrix’s album covers was up for sale. The original auction was supposed to be back in July but for some reason, the setup is still listed online for an upcoming auction on September 12th, 2023. Here are the details:

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Update: the 10% lens Nikon lens discount is available in most (all?) European countries

By [NR] admin | Published: August 31, 2023



A quick update on my previous post – the 10% discount on selected Nikon lenses is available in most (all?) European countries (not only in Germany):

Check your local Nikon website for the details.

Nikon USA will announce new rebates next week – expect them on September 4th since the current offers expire on September 3rd. Stay tuned!

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The new and improved Meyer Optik Görlitz Biotar 75 f/1.5 II lens for Nikon Z and F mount is now available

By [NR] admin | Published: August 31, 2023


The previously reported new and improved Meyer Optik Görlitz Biotar 75 f/1.5 II lens for Leica M and L mount is now officially released (the full press release can be found here). Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo (Meyer Optik Görlitz lenses are also sold at Adorama):

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New: 10% off on almost all Nikkor lenses in Germany (Nikon Z and F mount)

By [NR] admin | Published: August 31, 2023



Nikon started a new discount offer in Germany: 10% off on almost all Nikkor lenses (Nikon Z and F mount). This offer is valid from August 31 until September 18 (PayPal 0% financing applies).

Update: Nikon Germany made a mistake and the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens is nor on sale as previously reported.

Check also the Nikon combo discount in Germany:


The latest Nikon US rebates can be found here:

New Nikon Summer Savings Event starts today

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The new Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens is now shipping

By [NR] admin | Published: August 30, 2023

Several readers contacted me that the new Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens is already shipping (the official shipping date is tomorrow). Here are the first unboxing pictures courtesy of Martin Beran:

Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 pre-order links:


First impressions by Barbier Photography (source):

  • It’s surprisingly light compared to some gigantic lenses out there
  • It’s 34cm long with lens caps (31.5cm without) and 11cm wide at the front
  • Great build quality

Two more pictures from Nikon Plaza Tokyo and some hands-on reports from Japan:

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DxO Nik Collection version 6.3 released with many new features, new Optics Modules added with support for the latest Z-mount lenses

By [NR] admin | Published: August 30, 2023


DxO announced Nik Collection version 6.3 with several new features (additional information available here):

  • NEW Control Point diffusion lets you regulate the strength and style of adjustments more easily
  • NEW Control Points and Control Lines can now be inverted, giving you huge flexibility specific colors and tones in an image
  • NEW Color Selectivity sliders allow Control Point and Control Line editing to be tied to adjustments can now be saved as Presets, giving you quick access to frequently used sharpening or HDR recipes.
  • NEW Turn your edits into a Smart Object at any stage from within the plugin, giving you fully non-destructive editing in Photoshop
  • NEW Call on any of your last 15 Nik Collection edits and apply them with a single click
  • NEW Presets can now be searched for by name, so you can instantly find your favorite edits
  • NEW Hi DPI & Multiscreen support lets you work with all screen configurations
  • NEW Affinity Photo is now automatically detected as part of installation.


DxO also updated their Optics Modules with added support for the latest Z-mount lenses (additional information available here):

  • Nikkor Z 400mm F4.5 VR S
  • Nikkor Z 400mm F4.5 VR S with Z TC 1.4x
  • Nikkor Z 400mm F4.5 VR S with Z TC 2x
  • Nikkor Z DX 24mm F1.7
  • Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN C (Nikon Z DX)
  • Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN C (Nikon Z DX)
  • Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C (Nikon Z DX)
  • Viltrox 13mm F1.4 (Nikon Z DX)
  • Viltrox 20mm F1.8 Z (Nikon Z DX)
  • Viltrox 35mm F1.8 Z (Nikon Z)
  • Viltrox 50mm F1.8 Z (Nikon Z DX)
  • Viltrox AF 24mm F1.8 Z (Nikon Z DX)
  • Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 35mm F2 Asph (Nikon Z DX)
  • Voigtländer APO-Lanthar 50mm F2 (Nikon Z DX)
  • Voigtländer Nokton D23mm F1.2 Asph (Nikon Z DX)

The update is available to download from within your DxO software:

Fun fact – Nikon was a major investor in the early Nik Software and the original Capture NX was co-developed by Nik Software and Nikon:

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New: Leofoto NF-06 replacement foot for Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3, 400 f/2.8, and 600mm f/4 mirrorless lenses

By [NR] admin | Published: August 29, 2023


New: Leofoto NF-06 replacement foot for Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3, 400 f/2.8, and 600mm f/4 mirrorless lenses. The price is $79.


Additional information:

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New: Viltrox AF 28mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount now available

By [NR] admin | Published: August 28, 2023


The Viltrox AF 28mm f/1.8 lens is now available also for Nikon Z-mount. Pre-orders are already open at B&H Photo (check also the Viltrox Amazon store and Viltrox website):


The price of the new Viltrox lens is $379. For comparison, the price of the Nikkor Z 28mm f/2.8 lens is $277.

  • 11 elements in 9 groups
  • 9 aperture blades
  • Full-frame angle of view: 42mm
  • Filter size 55mm
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.37m
  • STM + lead screw type focusing motor
  • Dimensions: 70mm x 88.2mm
  • Weight: 367 grams
  • Available for Sony E and Nikon Z mount
  • Price: $379

The Viltrox AF 28mm f/1.8 lens already exists for Sony E-mount – additional information can be found here and here:

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