New Venus Optics Laowa FF II Argus 35mm f/0.95 lens for Nikon Z-mount coming very soon

Venus Optics is expected to announce soon their new Laowa FF II Argus 35mm f/0.95 lens for Nikon Z-mount. Here is what we know so far:

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The new Viltrox AF 24mm f/1.8 Z & AF 35mm f/1.8 Z autofocus mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount are expected in September



The Polish Viltrox distributor Foto Technika posted on social media that the previously rumored Viltrox AF 24mm f/1.8 Z and AF 35mm f/1.8 Z autofocus mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount will be available in September and the retail prices will be between 1,788 – 1,999 złoty ($460 – $520).

Additional information on the Viltrox mirrorless autofocus lenses for Nikon Z-mount can be found here:

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The June CIPA numbers are all green again



CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their camera production data for June 2021 (orange: 2021, black: 2020, blue: 2019, click for larger view):

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Announced: LEE Filters expands the LEE100 system with a new adapter for the Nikkor Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S lens



The new LEE filter holder for the Nikkor Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S lens I reported last week is now officially announced. The adapter is designed for the LEE 100 filter system. Here are the details:

  • A physically larger LEE100 holder, developed specifically for the NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f2.8 S lens and designed for optimal vignette performance
  • Featuring a bespoke compression system for a secure fit without damaging the lens barrel
  • Visual “smart alignment” markings help to secure the holder in the correct position on the lens
  • Made from aluminium alloy, with an anti-reflective coating and an integrated gasket to protect against light leak
  • Uses the same interchangeable, modular guide blocks as the standard LEE100 system
  • Newly designed foamless stoppers for optimum wide-angle performance
  • Innovative quick-change filter frames enable photographers to use their existing 100mm LEE Filters resin and standards
  • Integrated handling tabs on the filter frames allow for easy positioning without having to directly touch the filter surface, mitigating fingerprints and increasing the filter’s usable visible area
  • A physical stop on the filter frames optimizes the filter’s position relative to the lens, ensuring the filter’s edge won’t drop into the shot

LEE Filters are sold at Adorama, Amazon, and B&H Photo. Here is the full press release:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #635


Luminar AI update 4 with new Portrait Bokeh AI released (more info available here).


→ New Exposure X7 photo editing software is coming soon (more info available here).


→ Lens in Focus: Nikon Ambassador Lucas Gilman shares his favorite lens.

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Top 10 NikonRumors posts for July 2021

  
  
  
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Rare: Nikkorex F camera with M42 mount


A reader sent me an email about this rare Nikkorex F camera with M42 mount:

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