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As previously reported, Nikon officially released the NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens. Pre-orders are now open at:

• US: Adorama | Amazon | B&H Photo
• UK: Park Cameras | WEX UK
• DE: Calumet | Foto Erhardt
• CA: Camera Canada

NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens features:

• Covering a focal-length range of 18 to 140 mm*¹, it is convenient for capturing a wide variety of subjects with high portability, from landscapes to portraits, for both stills and videos.
• The short minimum focus distance of 0.20 m at the maximum wide-angle position is ideal for close-up shots.
• The maximum reproduction ratio of 0.33x at the maximum telephoto position enables rendering of subjects in large size.
• Equipped with an optical vibration reduction (VR) mechanism that provides camera shake compensation equivalent to a 5.0-stop increase in shutter speed.
• High resolution is achieved consistently across the entire zoom range.
• Ideal for video recording with effectively reduced shifting of focus when zooming in/out and shifting of angle of view when adjusting focus.
• Selected functions can be assigned to the control ring for comfortable shooting of stills and videos.
• Fast, precise and quiet AF operation is attained with the employment of an STM (stepping motor).
• Designed with consideration for dust- and drip-resistant performance*², enabling users to take it anywhere with greater confidence.

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It seems that there is no new Z9 teaser today, but according to Nokishita, Nikon will soon officially release the NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR lens that was announced back in June:

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