Today, Kolari Vision published a detailed teardown article and video on the new Nikon ZR cinema camera:
The teardown reveals a streamlined design typical of cinema cameras, making the process simpler and shorter compared to consumer mirrorless models – here is the video (see the full article here):
The rumored Nikon Z9 II camera will not be released in 2025, according to the latest information I received.
We need to watch the upcoming Nikon financial earnings report on November 6th, and if the finances are sound, we may not get the Z9II during this Nikon fiscal year (ending March 31st, 2026).
Keep in mind that Nikon may stretch the actual announcement across several phases/months: teaser(s), development announcement, official announcement, and official release, which will make pinpointing a specific date even more difficult.
Announcing the Nikon Z9II camera later will also mean more upgrades – the longer we wait, the better the Nikon Z9II will get.
I haven’t received any reliable rumors about another upcoming Nikon camera. As previously reported, Nikon was expected/rumored to have a slow 2025 year (in terms of new product announcements). Here are the new Nikon products announced so far in 2025:
We can expect in 2026 Nikon to concentrate more on video-oriented products (Nikon+RED), including both lenses and cameras.
As usual, if you have any information about the rumored Nikon Z9 II camera, you can contact me anonymously here.
Viltrox has a new patent for a tilt-shift lens – the details can be found here:
I also updated my last post on upcoming Viltrox lenses with the first picture of the Viltrox 2x teleconverter (see patent):
The new Tascam CA-XLR2d-N microphone adapter for Nikon cameras (updated for the Nikon ZR) is now available for pre-order:
Key features and additional information:
The new Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR and NIKKOR Z DX 35mm f/1.7 lenses are now in stock at most retailers – check availability at:
Additional information on the two new Z DX lenses can be found here.
→ Fun and affordable lenses for the Nikon Z mount:
→ The Chinese band Cheecar released a new 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount with fluorescent markings (cheecar lenses are sold on eBay). Additional information is available here.
→ Gashapon released new Nikon keychains in Japan (vending machine-dispensed capsule toys – see previous coverage). You may be able to find some Gashapon Nikon toys on eBay.
→ B&H now sells the Nikon Z8 with a Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 lens combo (currently $700 off).
→ Moment announced a new line of ultra-light camera bags and a new photo vest.
→ The new Skylum Luminar Neo Fall 2025 update will launch in early November 2025 with some key additions: AI restoration tools, advanced lighting, an intelligent assistant, and a cross-device ecosystem. Additional informtion can be found here.
