Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S vs. Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM specifications comparison

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


Here is a quick specifications comparison between the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S lens ($2,797) and the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM lens ($2,499 after $300 off). The specifications comparison can also be accessed directly here (click for a larger view):

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Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 and Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 lenses additional coverage

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



Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 and Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 lenses additional coverage – check the hands-on review with sample photos at West 42 and Explora:


Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 hands-on photos from DC.watch – the thinnest and lightest pancake for Nikon Z (23.5mm, 125g):



More pictures from Nikon Plaza Tokyo and Nikon Plaza Osaka:



Hands-on videos, reviews, and presentations:

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Nikon officially announced the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S and NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 lenses

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



As expected, Nikon officially announced the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S and NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 lenses (see development announcement). Pre-orders are now open – some of the store listings will be updated shortly:

Nikon Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 lensNikon Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S lens




Additional information on the new lenses:

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Nikon announcement today or tomorrow: NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S and NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 lenses *UPDATED*

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


Canon is already teasing a new product announcement for February 8th and you know what that means – Nikon will soon announce new products. I expect the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S and NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 lenses to be officially announced today or tomorrow based on your time zone. Stay tuned for the details coverage and pre-order links. I expect the waiting time for the 85mm lens to be long.

Update – the 85mm f/1.2 lens is now also listed at Adorama (the 26mm f/2.8 listing can be found here):

The lenses have already been listed at several retailers:

Nikon announces the development of the NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S and NIKKOR Z 26mm f/2.8 lenses

Nikon is expected to release eight new Z lenses in 2023

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Weekly Nikon news flash #714

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


→ Pergear CFExpress memory card sale: use code JEX9V1TPN199 on Pergear.com or code 10FLKFVB on Amazon.com.


→ The 2022 Worst Camera of the Year Award goes to…


→ New from Nikon USA – try the Nikon Z30 for free for 30 days: “You’re invited to try out Nikon’s latest mirrorless camera for creators, vloggers, video makers and photographers. Test it out for 30 days and experience the high-quality video and pictures you’ve been looking to create. It’s a worry-free trial, so if you decide Z 30 isn’t for you, just return it. That’s it!”


→ The Nikon Z9 is the best-selling camera in early 2023 at Yodobashi Camera in Japan.

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The latest Kickstarter/Indiegogo updates

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


Here are the latest Kickstarter/Indiegogo updates:

Other crowdfunded projects that are still available for purchase:

Via PhotoRumors

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The Chinese spy balloon shot with a… Nikon Z9 and Nikkor Z 400mm f/4.5 lens

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



One of the best videos I have seen so far of the shooting down of the Chinese spy balloon over the US was captured by @casual_photoholic with a Nikkor Z 400mm f/4.5 lens + 1.4x TC mounted on a Nikon Z9 camera:

Update – here are some pictures by George DeCamp:

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