Deal of the day: 10% off on all Oberwerth bags (coupon code included)

By [NR] admin | Published: April 27, 2021


Oberwerth announced a new SLING bag and I have an exclusive 10% off coupon code RumorsN21 valid for all products sold at oberwerth.com (the discount cannot be combined with any other offer).

Additional information on the new Oberwerth SLING bag:

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Firmware update version 1.2.0 for the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z mirrorless lens released

By [NR] admin | Published: April 27, 2021


There is a new firmware update version 1.2.0 for the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z mirrorless lens (the first autofocus Z-mount lens from a third party). The new firmware contains improved lens compatibility.

CameraLabs recently published their review of the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z mirrorless lens – here is their verdict:

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The TTartisan 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens is now available for Nikon Z-mount

By [NR] admin | Published: April 26, 2021



The TTartisan 50mm f/1.2 APS-C mirrorless lens has already been available for Sony E, Canon EOS M, Fuji X, and MFT mounts and TTartisan just released the lens also for Nikon Z mount – the new version is now available for pre-order at the Photo Rumors Online Store (international shipping included in the price).

Additional information on the TTartisan 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens:

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New Nikon Z7II, Z6II, Z7, Z6, Z5, and Z50 firmware updates released and available for download

By [NR] admin | Published: April 25, 2021


The previously rumored firmware updates for the Nikon Z7II, Z6II, Z7, Z6, Z5, and Z50 mirrorless cameras are now officially released – here are the download links:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #621

By [NR] admin | Published: April 25, 2021


→ Topaz Labs released Gigapixel AI version 5.5.0 with some major improvements – see the full list here. Gigapixel AI is currently $20 off and you can use code RUMORS15 for an extra 15% off (valid for all Topaz Labs products).


→ NiSi filters and accessories sale.


→ Is Photopia the new Photokina?

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Speculations: the upcoming Nikon Z9 sensor will be made by Tower Semiconductor (former TowerJazz) and not by Sony

By [NR] admin | Published: April 25, 2021


I usually do not report on speculation from the Dpreview forums, but this one is interesting and I think it is worth mentioning here – the upcoming Nikon Z9 camera sensor could be produced by Tower Semiconductor (former TowerJazz) and not by Sony. Both threads on Dpreview are very long (see here and here) – here are the main points:

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Rumors: Nikon discontinuing their pension plan in the US

By [NR] admin | Published: April 25, 2021


There is no way for me to confirm that, but I got a tip that Nikon has discontinued their pension plan for their employees in the US. I was told that Nikon employees who haven’t turned 65 were offered a lump-sum buyout. Nikon will no longer offer a pension plan for their US employees (a pension plan is not a required benefit in the US and only a few companies are still offering it).

If anyone has more information on this rumor, please post a comment to this post or email me anonymously here.

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Updated Nikon Z7 II sensor measurements published at PhotonsToPhotos

By [NR] admin | Published: April 23, 2021


PhotonsToPhotos published new/updated Nikon Z7 II sensor measurements based on the latest DxOMark test results (DxOMark derived charts) – here are a few Z7II comparisons with other similar mirrorless cameras (click for larger view):

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Limited-time exclusive discount: the Megadap MTZ11 Leica M to Nikon Z autofocus adapter is now $30 off

By [NR] admin | Published: April 22, 2021



For a limited time, the Megadap MTZ11 Leica M lens to Nikon Z camera autofocus adapter is $30 off at the LeicaRumors and PhotoRumors online stores (price includes free international shipping) – this offer is valid until April 30th

Update: this promo is now over.

All other stores are selling the Megadap MTZ11 for $349: Adorama, Amazon, B&H.

Additional coverage of the Megadap MTZ11 Leica M to Nikon Z autofocus adapter can be found here and here.

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The Tokina SZX 400mm f/8 reflex lens is now compatible also with Nikon Z mount

By [NR] admin | Published: April 22, 2021


The Tokina SZX 400mm f/8 super-telephoto reflex MF lens for Nikon F-mount was introduced last year. Today Tokina announced that the lens will be compatible also with Nikon Z-mount. Keep in mind that the lens comes with T-mount and Tokina provides different adapters for the different camera mounts.

The Tokina SZX 400mm f/8 reflex lens can be purchased from Adorama, Amazon, and B&H.

The press release can be found here. Additional information on the Tokina SZX 400mm f/8 reflex lens can be found here and here:

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