WPPI specials at B&H

By [NR] admin | Published: March 9, 2023


For the WPPI show in Las Vegas B&H Photo is running several specials, including $120 off Capture One 23, a memory cards sale and more:


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Nikon Z8: what we think we know so far

By [NR] admin | Published: March 8, 2023


Here is a recap of what we think we know about the upcoming Nikon Z8 camera with a few small details I received recently:

  • The Z8 was described to me as a hybrid camera between the Z7 and the Z9
  • Similar form factor to the Nikon Z6/Z7
  • Improved EVF
  • Improved autofocus
  • Same sensor as the Z9
  • Will not have all of the Z9 features (obviously)
  • Announcement expected before the summer
  • Price in Europe: around €4,500 – not sure if this is for a camera only or for a lens kit (US prices are usually lower)


Updates (unconfirmed):

  • The latest announcement time frame I got is April and shipping in May (development announcement could come earlier)
  • Will have the same battery as the Nikon Z7 (Nikon EN-EL15c)
  • External battery grip will be available
  • 8K 60 video
  • Dedicated USB-C Power Delivery port for charging/continuous use
  • 9MP EVF (the Canon EOS R3 already has 5.8MP EVF)

If you have any information on the Z8, you can contact me anonymously here.

Join also the new Nikon Z8 Facebook group.

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The Benro Theta self-leveling intelligent modular tripod is now available on Kickstarter

By [NR] admin | Published: March 7, 2023




The previously reported Benro Theta self-leveling intelligent modular tripod is already listed for fundraising on Kickstarter. Here are the details:

Update: in just a few hours the Benro auto-leveling tripod raised almost $400k on Kickstarter (from a $50k goal).

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The Nikon EN-EL18D battery for the Z9 camera is now on sale for $149

By [NR] admin | Published: March 6, 2023


Another deal worth reporting here – note I don’t make the news, I just report them. The Nikon EN-EL18D battery for the Z9 camera is now on sale for $149 only at B&H Photo:

The battery is listed for almost $200 at Adorama and Amazon.

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New Nikon savings in Canada

By [NR] admin | Published: March 6, 2023


A reader reminded me that there are also new Nikon discounts in Canada – see the details at Camera Canada:

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The new Nikon Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 lens is now shipping, currently in stock

By [NR] admin | Published: March 5, 2023


The new Nikon Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 lens is now shipping and is currently in stock at Amazon, B&H Photo, and Camera Canada:


Check also availability at: Adorama | Paul’s | ServicePhoto | Koch | Erhardt | Calumet | WEX.


Here are the latest Nikon Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 lens reviews on YouTube:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #718

By [NR] admin | Published: March 4, 2023


→ Wise Advanced announced new CFexpress Type B Mk-II memory cards with higher speeds.


→ Nikon Experience Days at Foto Koch Düsseldorf (March 18th).


→ Skylum released Luminar Neo version 1.7 with additional plugin functionality, presets preview, and more.


→ The Nikon Z50 now comes with a free 3 Legged Thing Kayla L-bracket. The Nikon Z5 also comes with free accessories.


→ Nikon support confirmed to a reader that the Nikon EN-EL4a battery (compatible with all D2/D3/D300 cameras) is no longer in production and is discontinued. Fortunately, you can still get third-party batteries from various brands at Adorama, Amazon, B&H, and eBay.

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