The Thypoch Simera 28 f/1.4 and 35mm f/1.4 lenses for Nikon Z-mount are now on sale at ($60 off):
Today Thypoch announced a new Simera 21mm f/1.4 M-mount lens (you will need an adapter for Z-mount):
Additional coverage on Thypoch lenses for Nikon Z-mount can be found here:
This week, Venus Optics is expected to announce the previously reported Laowa 12mm f/2.8 FFII C&D Dreamer autofocus full-frame ultra wide lens for Nikon Z mount (a few sample photos can be found here):
The Nikon USA price increase is now in effect. Here is the new price list for lenses made in China (all other accessories like flashes, filters, cases, lens hoods, battery grips, memory cards, etc. will also got a price increase):
Here is a quick specifications comparison between the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S lens and the upcoming Tamron 16-30mm f//2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z-mount:
|
Specification |
Nikkor Z 14-30mm f/4 |
Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 |
| Prie | $1,196 | around $1,000 |
| Focal Length Range | 14 -30mm | 16-30 |
| Zoom Ratio | 2.1x | 1.88x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Format | FX | FX |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.16x | 0.16x |
| Lens Elements | 14 | 16 |
| Lens Groups | 12 | 12 |
| Compatible Format(s) | FX, DX | FX, DX |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 28cm | 19cm |
| Focus Mode | Autofocus, Manual | Autofocus, Manual |
| Filter Size | 82mm | 67mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-in | Screw-in |
| Approx. Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | 3.5 in. 89 mm x3.3 in. 85mm | Length 105mm |
| Approx. Weight | 17.1 oz. 485g | 450g |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Zoom |
Tamron to announce a new 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z-mount
Tamron will soon announce a new 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z-mount.
Tamron currently has 7 lenses for Nikon Z-mount – see previous coverage here.
Here is the leaked information (now removed):
→ The new Pro Tripod by Peak Design has already raised over $2.6 million on Kickstarter, with more than 3,200 backers.
→ The Nikon rebates (sofortrabatt) in Europe will expire on July 21: Foto Erhardt | WEX Photo.
→ New Gura Gear Kiboko City Sling 6L camera back announced.
→ Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports lens compared to Nikkor tele lenses by Dariusz Breś.
Here is some additional coverage of the 2025 Bild Expo by B&H Photo that took place in NYC this week:
Nikon dominated the 2025 Bild Expo with the largest and busiest booth of the entire show (see the floor plan here) – this is not just my opinion, but the feedback I got from readers and friends who attended the show:
For comparison, here are the Canon and Sony booths:
