Very early rumors of a new Nikon Z high-speed camera to be announced for the 2024 Olympics


Here are some very early and unconfirmed rumors about a new Nikon Z high-speed camera model to be announced for the 2024 Olympics:

  • A high-speed version of the Z9 ( Z9H?): just as with the D1H and D1X, the new model will have half the amount of pixels of the Z9
  • It will be Nikon’s fastest FX-format camera (global shutter?)
  • The camera will also have a high-resolution mode

If those rumors are true, I can see Nikon doing something similar to the new Sony A9III:

“Sony has delivered the world’s first mirrorless camera with a full-frame global shutter sensor: the a9 III. This revolutionary release promises unrivaled speed thanks to the capabilities of the newly designed 24.6MP Exmor RS CMOS sensor, including 120 fps continuous shooting with AF/AE, flash sync at all speeds up to 1/80,000 sec., and no subject distortion. Sports, wildlife, and action photographers will never miss a moment when using the a9 III.” (B&H Photo)

FYI: I received the above information BEFORE the official announcement of the Sony A9III camera – I was just trying to get more details but unfortunately, this is all I have for now. As usual, I always accept anonymous tips here.

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MonsterAdapter is developing a new LA-FE2 lens adapter (F to E mount) with AF support for older Nikkor D-type lenses



November 11, 2023, MonsterAdapter is developing a new generation Nikon F mount to Sony E mount electronic lens adapter with autofocus and aperture dual motor built-in: LA-FE2. While retaining most of the functions and advantages of the current LA-FE1 version, the new LA-FE2 can also drive traditional Nikkor AF lenses (commonly known as D Type lenses) released by Nikon since 1987. The new MonsterAdapter LA-FE2 is expected to be launched in 2023. The price and more detailed information will be revealed soon, so stay tuned.

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The Nikon Zf, the best-selling camera, is currently backordered until May 2024 in some Japanese stores


Several stores in Japan (Map Camera, Yodobashi) report that the Nikon Zf is currently the best-selling camera. As a result, the Nikon Zf is back-ordered in Japan until May 2024:


In the US, most Nikon Zf configurations are out of stock at B&H and Adorama.

Nikon Japan: Nikon Zf in short supply

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Weekly Nikon news flash #754


→ Really Right Stuff (RRS) announced a new MC-LS universal L-bracket: one plate, many cameras (additional information is available here).

         
→ A reader sent me this website by Timm Chapman who put together this massive trove of info all about the Nikon NASA cameras and history. The details are incredible.



Hobolite released a new LiteDock, Pro Adjustable Lens, and several other lighting accessories.


SmallRig announced a new RC 60 COB light with a built-in battery and fast charging (B&H | Amazon). Additional information is available here.

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Nikon D1, D2, D3, D4 series cameras autofocus stopped working solution: gravity


I received this email from a reader (thanks Eco) regarding an autofocus issue with the older Nikon D1, D2, D3, and D4 series DSLR cameras and how to fix it with the help of…. gravity:

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The latest updates from Skylum and DxO


→ This weekend only: you can get 30% off Skylum Luminar with the new GenErase feature with coupon code GEN30 (ends on November 13, additional information).

This weekend only: 30% off the new Skylum Luminar with GenErase feature


DxO released PureRAW version 3.7 with new features and integration (see what’s new | additional information).

DxO PureRAW version 3.7 released


DxO also released new DxO Optics Modules with support for the latest third-party Z-mount lenses (additional information):

  • Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD (Nikon Z)
  • TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 (Nikon Z DX)
  • Voigtländer Nokton D 35mm F1.2 Z (Nikon Z)
  • Voigtländer Nokton 40mm F1.2 Asph. Z (Nikon Z)

DxO released 1,872 new DxO Optics Modules

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For an additional $15 you can get a Z-mount adapter with the just released TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 “Bubble Bokeh” lens


 
Today TTArtisan announced a new 100mm f/2.8 “Bubble Bokeh” lens. For an additional $15 (lens+adapter=$235) you can get the lens with a Z-mount adapter:


Sample photos:

TTartisan has a similar lens for M42:

New TTartisan 100mm f/2.8 2x “bubble bokeh” full-frame macro lens announced

Additional information:

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