Nikon Z9 expected to start shipping on December 15th

By [NR] admin | Published: November 16, 2021


The new Nikon Z9 camera should start shipping on December 15th according to the just-updated product listings at Adorama and B&H:



The Nikon Z9 is expected to be out of stock for a long time:

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Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lens in stock for the first time (US)

By [NR] admin | Published: November 16, 2021


The Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S mirrorless lens is now in stock for the first time at:

  • Adorama (update: status changed from “in stock” to “low stock”)
  • Amazon (update: sold out)

Previous coverage of the 105 macro Z lens can be found here. Here are some sample photos by Dariusz Breś:

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Nikon released Windows 11 compatibility list for their software packages

By [NR] admin | Published: November 16, 2021


Nikon released Windows 11 compatibility list for their software packages:

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Nikon Black Friday 2021 deals

By [NR] admin | Published: November 14, 2021


Several other Nikon products will get new or additional discounts next week (probably next weekend):

I believe these will be the final Nikon Black Friday deals for 2021. If something else gets added at the last moment, I will make another blog post.

The current Nikon lens only rebates are still ongoing at Adorama, Amazon, and B&H Photo:

A total of six DSLR F-mount lenses also have instant discounts:

Nikon instant savings in Europe:

Other discounts:

$60 off Topaz Labs Image Quality Bundle
$100 off Topaz Labs Video Enhance AI
Up to 30% off DxO software
15% off Topaz Labs products with code RUMORS15
10% off ON1 products with code NIKONRUMORS
$10 off Skylum products with code NIKONRUMORS
10% off Capture One products with code NIKONRUMORS
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Weekly Nikon news flash #650

By [NR] admin | Published: November 13, 2021

 
→ The first Black Friday deals starter to appear online – WANDRD already announced 60% off on selected gear (ending on November 30th, code needed). I personally think WANDRD is one of the most innovative camera bags manufacturers today. C heck out also the new Lighting deals and Godox sale.


→ Topaz Labs released Video Enhance AI version 2.6 with native Apple M1 support (now on sale: $100 off).


→ Free card reader with Lexar CFExpress memory card purchase.


→ Rayqual announced new Bizoflex II/III lens adapters for Nikon Z cameras.


→ Kenko Tokina announced a new  T mount adapter II for Z-mount (to attach Z cameras to astronomical telescopes)


→ Information on various Z-mount adapters compatibility with the latest firmware updates from Nikon.


→ Nikon Museum is selling a limited edition hotshoe for the 5oth anniversary of the F2 camera at 3,800 yen and of course all 400 units were sold out immediately.

Next are the latest Nikon related YouTube videos:

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The current DxO software discounts are ending in 2 days

By [NR] admin | Published: November 13, 2021


The current DxO software discounts will end in two days. The discounts (up to 30% off) include all DxO software packages, including the latest releases:




$60 off Topaz Labs Image Quality Bundle
$100 off Topaz Labs Video Enhance AI
15% off Topaz Labs products with code RUMORS15
10% off ON1 products with code NIKONRUMORS
$10 off Skylum products with code NIKONRUMORS
10% off Capture One products with code NIKONRUMORS
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Nikon’s collaborations with Nissin and Profoto: I think Nikon will no longer develop lighting product

By [NR] admin | Published: November 12, 2021




Nikon’s latest press release about the collaborations with Nissin and Profoto did not provide much information about the new partnerships. Both Nissin and Profoto already have products designed for Nikon cameras. My uneducated guess is that Nikon will no longer develop new flash or lighting products and they want to make sure Nikon shooters can get anything they need from third-party manufacturers. I think now Nikon will actually start providing development support to Nissin and Profoto. where before third-party manufacturers had to do the engineering alone in-house.

The last Nikon Speedlight SB-5000 was announced back in 2015.

The Profoto press release actually provides a bit more information – they talk about “further improved functionality“:

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The new Voigtlander APO-SKOPAR 90mm f/2.8 SL II S lens for Nikon F-mount will start shipping on November 30th

By [NR] admin | Published: November 12, 2021


The new Voigtlander APO-SKOPAR 90mm f/2.8 SL II S lens for Nikon F-mount will start shipping on November 30th according to Cosina. Additional information on the lens can be found here:

Announced: Voigtlander APO-SKOPAR 90mm f/2.8 SL II S lens for Nikon F-mount

Pre-orders are now open at:

Two different versions are available – with silver and black trims. The matching lens hood is sold separately for $58.

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