Nikon Rumors

Major Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 and minor Nikon Z5II firmware update version 1.10 released

By [NR] admin | Published: December 15, 2025

As some readers correctly guessed in the comments section of my previous post, Nikon just released a major Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 and a minor Nikon Z5II firmware update version 1.10. Here are the details:

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Something new could be announced or released in the next 24-48 hours

By [NR] admin | Published: December 15, 2025

Nikon may announce or release something new in the next 24-48 hours. I am not sure what it is – it could just be a firmware update. Stay tuned for updates.

Update – a major Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 and a minor Nikon Z5II firmware update version 1.10 were released:

Major Nikon Z9 firmware update version 5.30 and minor Nikon Z5II firmware update version 1.10 released

What to expect next from Nikon?

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New 7Artisans MF 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced for $99

By [NR] admin | Published: December 15, 2025

The previously reported 7Artisans MF 50mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and available for pre-order at:

US: B&H Photo
Worldwide: Artisans online store

Additional information:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #865

By [NR] admin | Published: December 14, 2025

→ New promotion in Germany: free FTZ II adapter with the purchase of a Nikon Z8 camera.

→ A new and improved version of the Yongnuo 50mm f/1.8 Z DF full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z mount is coming soon (B&H Photo still lists the old version only). The new version features a 6-element, 10-group optical design, a 9-blade aperture, weighs only about 282 grams, has a minimum focusing distance of 0.45 meters, and a 58mm filter thread. The lens will be available in black and white.

→ TTartisan announced new 35mm/50mm/85mm T2.1 dual bokeh cine lenses for Nikon Z-mount (order at B&H Photo or TTartisan website).

→ Godox announced a new AD300Pro II all-in-one outdoor flash (additoinal information).

→ New: PolarPro SHIFT precision-built close-focus diopter filter system.

→ Exclusive SmallRig discount coupon code: LeicaRumors readers can use the coupon code RUMORS for 12% off sitewide (stackable with price-drop items, but not multi-item discounts) – the code works only for purchases made on the official SmallRig website.