Viltrox currently has no plans to make the 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for Nikon Z-mount


A reader contacted Viltrox to find out when the new 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens would be available for Nikon Z mount. The response was that Viltrox currently does not have plans for a 135mm f/1.8 LAB lens for the Nikon Z-mount:

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The new Nikon ARCREST II “Gold Edition” filters will add the classic “Gold Ring” look to your Nikkor Z lenses


I already reported about the new Nikon ARCREST II protection filters a few weeks ago (prices vary from $49-$179):

Nikon released new ARCREST II protection filters

Nikon Japan has launched a new “Gold Edition” Arcrest II filters that will make your Nikkor lens look like it has a “Gold Ring”:




For now, the new Gold Edition filters are available for sale only in Japan (check B&H listings): orders were open yesterday, and shipping is expected to start in December 2024. Note: only the 77mm, 82mm, and 95mm versions of the Arcrest II protectors are available in the new “Gold Edition”.

The latest Nikkor Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ lens for the Nikon Z-mount also has a gold ring, but on the mount side:

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New third-party lenses for Nikon Z-mount announced: Laowa 15mm f/5, 7Artisans 10mm f/2.8 + 9mm f/5.6, and Pergear 100mm f/2.8

Venus Optics officially announced the previously rumored/reported Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF lens for Nikon Z-mount mount. The lens can be purchased at B&H Photo and Laowa’s website.

Additional information:

Announced: Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF lens for $399 (E/Z/RF/L/M)


The previously rumored 7Artisans 10mm f/2.8 II ultra wide-angle full-frame fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and available for order at the 7Artisans | Pergear | Amazon US | Amazon CA | Amazon UK |Amazon DE.

Additional information:

Announced: 7Artisans 10mm f/2.8 II ultra wide-angle full-frame fisheye lens (E/L/R/Z)


The previously reported 7Artisans 9mm f/5.6 ASPH lens for Nikon Z-mount with a new rear ND filter is now officially announced and available for order: 7Artisans | Amazon US | Amazon CA | Amazon UK |Amazon DE | Amazon IT | Amazon FR | Amazon ES.

Additional information:

Announced: 7Artisans 9mm f/5.6 ASPH lens with a new rear ND filter


Pergear announced a new 100mm f/2.8 full-frame 2x magnification ultra macro lens for Nikon Z-mount (price: $287). Pre-orders are now open at Amazon US | Amazon CA | Amazon UK |Amazon DE.

Additional information:

New: Pergear 100mm f/2.8 full-frame 2x magnification ultra macro lens (E/Z/RF/EF/L)

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Nikon Japan already warns about Z50II camera supply shortages (+updated shipping date)


Nikon Japan is already warning about Z50II camera supply shortages (for both body only and lens kits) on their website. As a result, they are now offering 10% off coupon code for customers in Japan:

“Z50II [Coupon Distribution]” has received many more orders than expected, so it may take some time to deliver. Thank you for your understanding. We are distributing a 10% off coupon (worth 14,520 yen) that can be used when purchasing “Z50II”.

The Nikon Z50II was announced on November 6th and is expected to start shipping later this month. Here are the updated shipping dates from retailers:


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Nikon Zf camera firmware update version 1.21 released


Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.21 for the Zf camera with a single improvement:

  • Fixed an issue that sometimes caused overexposure in the viewfinder and monitor shooting displays (live view) when the standby timer had expired then reactivated.

The Nikon Zf camera is now up to $200 off:

New Nikon USA rebates now include the Zf and Z50 cameras

Nikon Zf cameras in Indigo Blue & Sunset Orange now listed for sale at B&H

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Nikon Z50II recap


Nikon Z50II recap in case you have missed some posts:

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Nikon Z50II camera size comparisons (pre-orders now also open at Amazon)


Nikon Z50II camera pre-orders are now also open at Amazon:

Here are some Nikon Z50II camera size comparisons by Michna (click for larger view):

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Adorama is offering up to 5X bonus points on all purchases through 12/25/24 (plus other Adorama offers/deals)



Adorama is offering up to 5X bonus points on all your purchases (sitewide) now through 12/25/24:


You can save an additional 5% on purchases with the Adorama Edge Credit Card. You can earn up to 3,000 reward bonus points when you open a new Adorama Edge Credit Card and make your first qualifying purchase now through 11/17/24:


You can also get VIP PRO level this season and upgrade your membership level for $39.99 (reg $49.99) with code VIPPRO24:


Here are the benefits of VIP PRO membership:

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