Nikon could be working on a new FTZ2 adapter


I received a tip from a new source that Nikon is working on a new FTZ2 adapter (replacement for the current FTZ version). The reason I post this rumor online is because I think this is very plausible – since Nikon is still lacking some lenses in their Z lineup, they will want to make sure that every F-mount lens works as good as possible with the current Z cameras and especially tele-lenses on the upcoming Z9 camera.

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Nikon to release the Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 lens very soon


Nokishita reports that an online store has added the Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 lens to their inventory  – this indicates the official announcement should be coming very soon (probably next week).

Back in June Nikon released a development announcement for two new compact lightweight full-frame pancake mirrorless lenses: Nikkon Z 28mm f/2.8 and Nikkon Z 40mm f/2. It is not clear if the Nikkon Z 28mm f/2.8 lens will be announced together with the 40mm lens.

With the Z fc camera, Nikon released a SE (Special Edition) of the Nikkor Z 28mm f/2.8 lens: Adorama | B&H | Amazon | Park Cameras | WEX | Calumet | Foto Erhardt | Camera Canada.

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The Nikon Report 2021 is out


The Nikon Report 2021 is out in Japanese only – here is an excerpt from the report translated into English:

Update: the Nikon Report 2021 is now available in English.

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New third party lenses announced: Mitakon 135mm f/2.5 APO for Nikon Z/F and Irix Cine 30mm T1.5 for Nikon Z


Zhong Yi Optics announced a new Mitakon 135mm f/2.5 APO lens for Nikon F and Z mounts. For now, orders can be placed only at the official Zhong Yi Optics website (international shipping available). Additional information is available at PhotoRumors. Sample photos can be found here. Mitakon Zhongyi already has another lens for Nikon Z-mount – the Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III.


Irix announced a new Cine 30mm T1.5 lens for Nikon Z-mount. Pre-orders are already open at Adorama and at Irix USA. For additional information including specifications, press release, and more check the Photo Rumors blog post and the Irix official Irix website. Irix already has four cine lenses for Nikon Z-mount.

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Nikon Japan: Z fc + 28mm lens kit will be released on October 1st, colored Z fc cameras still available


Nikon Jpan announced the shipping date for the Nikon Z fc + 28mm lens special edition kit – October 1st:

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Tamron issued a notice on the compatibility of Nikon Z cameras with the Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD lens


Tamron issued a notice on the compatibility of Nikon Z cameras with the Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD lens (model F017) Nikon F-mount:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #640



→ The new Nikon Z fc and Z5 cameras are now up to €300 off in Germany until September 30th:


The Nikon D850 camera is now in stock at B&H Photo.


→ The Nikon D500 is still out of stock everywhere but refurbished D500 cameras are available for $1,399.95 at Adorama.


→ Ending soon – $20 off Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI (use code RUMORS15 for an extra 15% off).

Megadap Sony E lens to Nikon Z-mount autofocus adapter performance test with Samyang, Tamron, and Voigtlander lenses.

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