I already mentioned on several occasions that we can expect at least one, possibly even two new Nikkor Z-mount lenses with the Nikon Z9 announcement next week (October 28). The reason for the confusion is that we will get one real announcement and one development announcement – at least those are the latest rumors. Here is what to expect:
DxOMark published their test results for the Nikon Nikkor Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct lens. With the Nikon Z7 this is the best sensor/lens association DxO has ever tested (it replaces the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM with the Nikon D850). The actual DxO Mark test score is 55 – the highest score ever achieved. Here are the top 5 best lenses according to DxO Mark:
The 58mm Noct offers high center sharpness even when wide open, and homogeneity in the field of view that improves when stopping down. The light transmission is impressive at 1.1 T-Stop thanks to the f/0.95 aperture. Some of the drawbacks are vignetting and some lateral chromatic aberration which of course are typical for lenses of this type. DxO’s conclusion:
The previous Z9 posts have almost 700 comments and Disqus is already acting weird. Time to start a new discussion with what appears to be a leaked picture of the Nikon Z9 LCD screen:
Update – the above picture is part of a presentation in Asia – the slide explanation for that screenshot is:
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First, here is a new freshly leaked picture of the upcoming Nikon Z9 camera:
Back In August I already mentioned that the Nikon Z9 in 2021 will be for Nikon what the Nikon D3 was for Nikon back in 2007 – it will bring Nikon back on top, at least in terms of technology (hopefully the sales will follow as well) – this is what I was told, not my words since I have not seen, used or touched the Z9:
I was told by multiple people that the Z9 could easily be another “D3 moment” – a significant advance in camera technology and performance (the D3 announcement in 2007 positioned Nikon back on top). The camera will have a “D3 level of innovation” – it will be far more than a D6 in mirrorless form. The dual-pixel sensor will allow an EVF near equal to an optical viewfinder, faster frame rates, effectively no blackout, and no significant rolling shutter. There is also a major update to the AF system. Even critics and skeptics who are testing the camera are speaking very positively about it. Expect to see some amazing Z9 sample photos from surfing in Mexico.
I was told that the Nikon Z9 is already in products and I received several more tips from people close to the manufacturing process in Asia confirming the above statement – here are some quotes:
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