Nikon Z9 firmware update version 2.1 to be released soon


Nikon is rumored to release a new Z9 firmware update version 2.1 in the next 7-14 days. The new update will have several significant updates, including but not limited to AF fixes and improvements.

A new Nikon APS-C mirrorless camera is also rumored to be announced at the end of June, or at the beginning of July. I think there will be multiple announcements on the same day (a new Nikkor Z 400mm f/4.5 mirrorless lens is also expected).

Stay tuned for updates.

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Weekly Nikon news flash #681


→ Here is a list of compatible cameras for the new ATOLL camera accessory that allows users to quickly adjust the camera angle on a tripod.


→ The Viltrox EF-Z2 Speed Booster adapter allows Canon EF lenses to be used on Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras with support for Face+Eye AF and lens stabilization (available at Amazon and B&H).


→  Review of the new Megadap ETZ21 adapter.


This is how ATOLL works video: the new camera accessory allows users to quickly adjust the camera angle on a tripod (more info on Kickstarter).


→ The new Voigtlander NOKTON D 35mm f/1.2 lens for Nikon Z-mount is now in stock.


→ The new Angelbird AV PRO CFexpress MK2 memory card.

→ Review of the new Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM lens for Nikon Z-mount.

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Coming soon: new Viltrox NF-Z lens adapter (Nikkor F lens to Nikon Z body)



Viltrox will soon announce a new NF-Z lens adapter (Nikkor F-mount lens to Nikon Z-mount body). The new adapter should soon be listed at the official Viltrox online store, Adorama, Amazon, and B&H Photo. I will post the technical specifications once they become available.

Update #1 – here is some additional information:

  • EXIF Information Transmission
  • Type-C Upgrade Support
  • VR Lens Stabilization Support
  • Full Electronic Communication

Update #2 – here is the teaser video:

 

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Here are some additional pictures:

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New: Fotodiox macro bellows for Nikon Z-mount (used for extreme close-up photography)


Fotodiox announced new macro bellows for Nikon Z-mount (used for extreme close-up photography). The new bellows can be purchased from B&H Photo (available also for Nikon F-mount). Novoflex has a similar, but much more expensive and high-end version – Novoflex Auto Bellows for Nikon Z-mount:


Additional information on the new Fotodiox macro bellows for Nikon Z (NKZ-MCR-BLW):

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The world’s fastest Lexar Diamond Series CFexpress Type B memory cards are now in stock for the first time



The recently released and world’s fastest Lexar CFexpress Type B Diamond Series memory cards are now in stock for the first time exclusively at B&H Photo:


Additional information can be found here:

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The EN-EL18D battery for the Nikon Z9 is back in stock


The original Nikon EN-EL18D battery for the Z9 camera is now back in stock at:

Here are some cheaper third-party battery options for the Nikon Z9:

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More details on the upcoming APC-S mirrorless camera (Nikon Z30?)


Here is some new information on the upcoming Nikon APC-S mirrorless camera (Nikon Z30?):

  • The official announcement is expected at the end of June, or the beginning of July.
  • The new DX mirrorless camera will have many of the same components used in the current Nikon Z50 and Nikon Zfc cameras – this includes the same 20.9MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 6 image processor (no new sensor for this model).
  • The price is expected to be under €1,000/$1,000.

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