→ The new Venus Optics Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF lens for Nikon Z-mount is now shipping (a free Seamless Focus Gear Belt is included for the first 100 orders).
→ Just released on Amazon: David Busch’s Nikon Z fc FAST TRACK GUIDE.
→ Viltrox released a firmware update version 1.0.5 for the Viltrox AF 85/1.8 Z lens. The new firmware can be downloaded here.
→ The SPINN CP.02 camera carry system strap already raised over $130k on Kickstarter with 4 more days to go.
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The original Nikon FTZ mount adapter is now listed as discontinued at B&H Photo. The Nikon Z6 II + FTZ and Nikon Z7 II +FTZ kits are also listed as discontinued. The Nikon FTZ is on backorder at Adorama and is currently in stock at Amazon in case you need the integrated tripod mount that is not present in the new FTZ II version.
The good news is that the new Nikon FTZ II adapter is currently in stock at Adorama and Camera Canada (check also the availability at B&H | Amazon | WEX | Calumet | Foto Koch | Foto Erhardt).
After the previously reported new Nikon Z9 camera cage (available at Adorama and B&H). SmallRig recently announced also a new L-bracket for Nikon Z9 cameras (briefly mentioned in this post). Pre-orders are now open at Adorama and B&H is coming soon. The official SmallRig website offers international shipping for readers outside of the US. Shipping is expected to start on January 14, 2022.
Additional information on the new SmallRig L-bracket for Nikon Z9 cameras:
It is good to see more third-party lens manufacturers expanding their product lines to include also Z-mount (see all Nikon Z-mount third-party lenses here).
Today TTartisan announced that their existing 90mm f/1.25 full-frame manual focus lens is now also available for Nikon Z-mount. The price is $435 and the new lens can be purchased directly from TTartisan or from Pegear (they both offer international shipping).
Update: the lens is now also available at Amazon.
TTartisan 90mm f/1.25 lens additional information:
After a delay, the new Nissin MG60 flash for Nikon cameras will be released on January 18th, 2022. The estimated retail price in Japan will be ¥51,700 including tax (around $400-$500). Here are the technical specifications:
