Nikon Rumors

Weekly Nikon news flash #660

By [NR] admin | Published: January 23, 2022

→ The new SmallRig L-bracket for Nikon Z9 cameras is now available for pre-order at Adorama, Amazon, B&H, and directly at SmallRig.

→ MegaGear ever-ready genuine leather camera case for Nikon Z50 cameras (compatible also with the Nikon Zfc).

→ Nikon NPS explains the functions of the Z9 camera on Wednesday, January 26th, 7 pm EST at Service Photo (register here).

→ Topaz Labs released DeNoise AI version 3.5 with a refreshed interface, app refinements and fixes (you can use coupon code RUMORS15 for an extra 15% off).

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Nikon D500 camera listed as discontinued or out of stock at major stores around the world

By [NR] admin | Published: January 23, 2022

The Nikon D500 DSLR APS-C camera is currently out of stock or back-ordered at Adorama and B&H Photo (limited availability at Amazon):

In Europe, the D500 is also out of stock at the major online stores: WEX Photo, Calumet DE, Calumet NL, Foto Erhardt, and Foto Koch.

In Canada, the D500 is listed as “on order”.

Update: the Nikon D500 is also listed as discontinued at Nikon Asia (see link): http://nc.nikon-asia.com/en_NC/product/discontinued/digital-slr-cameras/d500

The Nikon D500 is listed as discontinued at several stores in Japan – the first screenshot is from Yodobashi Camera (the D500 is also no longer offered in the Nikon DSLR catalog):

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New FieldMade labels for the Nikon Z9 camera and the latest Nikkor lenses

By [NR] admin | Published: January 22, 2022

FieldMade introduced several new labels/stickers for the Nikon Z9 camera and the latest Nikkor lenses that are now available for sale on their website:

I also have an exclusive discount code rumors for 10% off their products.

New: Field Made indicator labels for Nikon lenses and cameras

Additional pictures of the new labels/stickers:

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Tokina announced a new SZ 500mm f/8 Reflex MF super-tele lens for Nikon F and Z mounts

By [NR] admin | Published: January 21, 2022

Today Tokina announced a new SZ 500mm f/8 Reflex MF super-tele lens for Nikon F and Z mounts (connected via an adapter, pre-orders coming soon at B&H):

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The new Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens accessories are very expensive

By [NR] admin | Published: January 20, 2022

Make sure you don’t lose one of the accessories for the new Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S mirrorless lens for Z-mount because they are very expensive:

Nikon HK-42 Lens Hood: $1,070.95
Nikon CL-L3 Lens Case S: $291.95
Nikon LC-K105 Front Lens Cap: $82.95
Nikon C-PL460 Slip-In Circular Polarizer: $512.95

NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens pre-order links:

US + Canada	Europe
Adorama B&H Photo Amazon Paul’s Photo Service Photo Camera Canada	Calumet DE Calumet NL Foto Koch WEX

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Nikon Japan issued updated release dates for several of their new products

By [NR] admin | Published: January 20, 2022

Nikon Japan issued updated release dates for several of their new products (mainly lenses). I am a bit confused since many of the lenses listed are already shipping:
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