Nikon Rumors

New 7artisan 18mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount announced ($71.20)

By [NR] admin | Published: January 14, 2025

The previously rumored 7artisan 18mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for Nikon Z mount is now officially announced and available for pre-order at Pergear (coming soon to Amazon US | Amazon CA | Amazon DE).

Update – you can get the new 7artisan 18mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount for $71.20 and free shipping exclusively at Pergear with coupon code NewYear25 (limited time offer):

You can also use coupon code RUMORS for 5% off on anything sold at the official 7artisans online store.

Additional information can be found here:

Posted in Nikon Lenses | Tagged 7artisan 18mm f/5.6, 7Artisans, Chinese lenses for Nikon cameras, third party lenses for Nikon Z-mount | 4 Comments

New Nikon rebates launched in the US: lowest prices ever on select items, MASSIVE price drops on DSLR and mirrorless telephoto lenses

By [NR] admin | Published: January 13, 2025

Nikon USA launched new rebates for January 2025 with some of the lowest prices ever on some items – see the full list at:

Here are some highlights (all new low prices):

Nikon D780: now $1,000 off (was $300 off before)
Nikon D850: now $1,000 off (was $800 off before)
Nikon Z6III kit: now $500 off (was $300 off before)
Nikon Z8: now $600 off (was $500 off before)
Nikon Z8 lens kit: now $800 off (was $700 off before)

Several telephoto lenses have increased rebates (all new low prices):

Nikkor Z 28-400mm f/4-8: now $300 off (was $200 off before)
Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6: now $400 off (was $200 off before)
Nikkor Z 400mm f/4.5: now $450 off (was $250 off before)
Nikkor Z 600mm f/6.3: now $1,000 off (was $800 off before)
Nikkor Z 600mm f/4: now $1,500 off (was $1,000 off before)
Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3: now $1,000 off (was $800 off before)

You can get an additional 10% off with Payboo:

The rebates are set to expire on February 2nd, 2025.

The latest Nikon Europe rebates can be found here:

Nikon Europe winter rebates extended

Here is the full list of the discounted Nikkor Z lenses in the US for January 2025 (Adorama | B&H | Amazon | Paul’s | Service):

Posted in Deals | Tagged lens only rebates, Nikkor Z-mount lens only rebates, Nikon Rebates, Nikon Z rebates, Payboo | 29 Comments

Weekly Nikon news flash #815

By [NR] admin | Published: January 12, 2025

→ Nikon is the #1 most popular brand at Service Photo.

→ Viltrox to announce three more LAB lenses this year:

Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB: expected at the NAB show in April
Viltrox 50mm f/1.2 LAB expected after NAB show in April
Viltrox 85mm f/1.2 LAB expected after NAB show in April

→ Kondor Blue will soon release a new cage for Nikon Z cameras. Kondor Blue products are sold at Adorama, Amazon, and B&H Photo.

→ Nikon Z cameras and lenses for content creators.

→ Optical waist-level viewfinder camera accessory: Ebay | Aliexpress.

→ New 7Artisans 27mm f/2.8 AF lens for Nikon Z-mount announced.

→ Photo news roundup: week of January 5, 2024.

→ Tamron rebates extended: Adorama | B&H Photo |Amazon.

Posted in Weekly Nikon News Flash | 6 Comments

Nikon custom camera shop

By [NR] admin | Published: January 12, 2025

A reader contacted me about his custom camera shop located in France:

Posted in Other Nikon stuff | 3 Comments

Viltrox announced a new Sony E lens to Nikon Z camera autofocus lens adapter

By [NR] admin | Published: January 10, 2025

Viltrox announced a new Sony E-mount lens to Nikon Z-mount camera autofocus lens adapter. Here are the details:

4mm thick
Lightweight
Corrosion resistant
Support autofocus
More flexible aperture control
EXIF data transmission
Support lens/body stabilization
Custom buttons for more convenient operation
Support firmware upgrades
Brass construction, curable and reliable
Anti-slip gear ring
MSRP: 99USD / 119EUR

In the US, Viltrox lenses are sold at Adorama, B&H, and Amazon. International shipping is available at Pergear and the Viltrox website. You can get 8% off at the Viltrox online store with coupon code NIKONRUMORS:

More Chinese lenses for Z-mount can be found here.
More third-party lenses for Z-mount can be found here.

Posted in Nikon Lenses | Tagged Adapters, lens adapters for Nikon Z-mount, Viltrox, Viltrox Sony E lens to Nikon Z camera autofocus lens adapter | 141 Comments

Nikon released the repair manual for the Z50II camera (Nikon Self Service Repair)

By [NR] admin | Published: January 10, 2025

Nikon released the repair manual for the new Z50 II camera as a part of their Self Service Repair program.

1683 different Nikon parts can be purchased directly from this page.

The complete list of repair manuals can be found on this dedicated page:

Posted in Nikon Z50II | Tagged Nikon repair manuals, Nikon Self Service Repair | 10 Comments

Nikon Europe winter rebates extended

By [NR] admin | Published: January 10, 2025

Nikon Europe extended their winter rebates (sofortrabatt) until January 27, 2025. You can still save up to €1,000 on selected Nikon cameras, lenses, and binoculars and up to a €200 discount on selected other products: