Nikon Q1 financial results are out


The Nikon Q1 financial results are out and as you can expect they are not good:

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Nikon released Webcam Utility Beta version 0.9.0


Today Nikon released the previously promised Webcam Utility Version 0.9.0 – here is the download link here is the download link (still in beta):

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Some of the Topaz Labs deals will end this Friday (August 7)

Some of the Topaz Labs deals are set to expire this Friday (August 7):


Topaz Labs Sharpen AI (new version): $59.99 (was $79.99)


Topaz Labs Video Enhance AI (new version): $199.99 (was $299.99)

 
Topaz Labs Creator Bundle: $149.99 (was $279.99)


Topaz Labs Utility Bundle: $195.99 (was $249.99)

You can use coupon code RUMORS15 for an additional 15% off.

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June 2020 CIPA report is out


CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their camera production data for June, 2020 (orange: 2020, black: 2019, blue: 2018, click for larger view):

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All new Nikon products will start shipping on August 28 (including the Z5 camera and Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 lens)



Nikon Japan changed the shipping date for the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lens from September to August 28 (now it matches the US shipping date). Several other Nikon products will also start shipping on August 28 – here is the full list (keep in mind that some accessories are available only in Japan):

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Nikon USA now gives $100 extra trade-in credit towards a new Nikon Z5 camera


Today Nikon USA started a new program where you can get $100 extra trade-in credit towards the purchase of a new Nikon Z5 camera. This introductory offer is retroactively valid for customers who have already pre-ordered the Z5 (pre-orders are open at: Adorama | B&H | Focus Camera | Amazon | Park Cameras | WEX | Calumet | Camera Canada).


The Nikon lens rebates (Adorama | B&H) and the Nikon Z50 instant savings (Adorama | B&H) are also still ongoing.

Here is the full press release:

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Nikon USA updates Z-mount mirrorless lens roadmap with correct Nikkor Z 50mm Micro lens

The initially released Nikon Z lens roadmap had the wrong 60mm Micro lens listed next to the 105mm S Micro. Nikon USA has now updated the Z-mount lens roadmap with the correct Nikkor Z 50mm Micro mirrorless lens:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #584


Capture One released a new black & white and a film inspired “Beyond” styles packs.


→ The new LEE85 filter system is now available for pre-order.


→ New Wimberley tripod mount replacement plates (via DC. Watch):

  • Wimberley AP-500 for the Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens: AdoramaB&H
  • Wimberley AP-555 for the Nikkor 400mm f/2.8E, 600mm f/4E, and 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR lenses: Adorama | B&H


→ The Nikon Z-mount should have no problem fitting a medium format sensor inside.

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