Nikon announced the start of construction for their new head office in Tokyo


Nikon announced the start of construction for their new head office in Tokyo. Completion is expected in May 2024. Here is the full press release with some additional information:

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Nikon Europe Sports Optics price increase


There was a new price increase from Nikon Europe Sports Optics (Nikon Imaging recently had a price increase):

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Venus Optics Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced


The previously rumored Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 full-frame zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount by Venus Optics is now officially announced. The Nikon version is priced at $649. Pre-orders are now open at the official online store (Laowa lenses are also sold at Adorama and B&H).





Additional information – specs, MTF chart, sample photos (the press release can be found here):

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Officially announced: Viltrox NF-Z autofocus lens adapter (Nikkor F-mount lens to Nikon Z-mount camera)



The previously reported new Viltrox NF-Z autofocus lens adapter (Nikkor F-mount lens to Nikon Z-mount camera) is now officially announced and available for pre-order at the official Viltrox online store (they ship internationally) and B&H Photo. The price of the Viltrox NF-Z is $179. For comparison, the original Nikon FTZ II adapter is $249. Additional information:

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The previously rumored Nikon Z9 firmware update 2.1 is now officially released


The previously rumored Nikon Z9 firmware update version 2.1 is now officially released – here are the details:

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The new Viltrox NF-Z lens adapter (Nikkor F lens to Nikon Z camera) is now available for pre-order



The previously reported new Viltrox NF-Z lens adapter (Nikkor F lens to Nikon Z camera) is now available for pre-order at B&H Photo – it should also soon be listed on the official Viltrox website. Here are some of the features:

  • EXIF Information Transmission
  • Type-C Upgrade Support
  • VR Lens Stabilization Support
  • Full Electronic Communication

The price of the Viltrox NF-Z is $179. For comparison, the original Nikon FTZ II adapter is $249.

Update – officially announced (see Viltrox website):

Officially announced: Viltrox NF-Z autofocus lens adapter (Nikkor F-mount lens to Nikon Z-mount camera)

Some users’ feedback on the new adapter can be found at Dpreview.

Additional pictures:

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Hands-on pictures of the upcoming Nikon MC-N10 remote grip for Nikon Z cameras



Here are some hands-on pictures of the upcoming Nikon MC-N10 remote grip for the Nikon Z mount system that was announced back in April but it is not officially released yet (also no pricing yet):

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