Nikon Rumors

The best lenses for the Nikon D850 according to DxOMark

By [NR] admin | Published: May 28, 2020

DxOMark published a new article on the best lenses for the Nikon D850 camera (see also this and this related blog posts):

Posted in Nikon D850| Tagged DxOMark, DxoMark test results| 46 Comments

Nikon’s new medium-term management plan

By [NR] admin | Published: May 28, 2020

Today Nikon made several company announcements, including a new Medium-Term Management Plan (FY2019 to FY2021). Here are some of the points related to Nikon camera business:

The Z-series’ true appeal and full potential will require time to be fully realized
Nikon has only just started establishing a lens lineup that will maximize the appeal of the Z-series
Focus on products of full-frame systems to take hold of the mid and high-end model users
Complete the lineup of Z-mount system
Launch strategic mid and high-end D-SLR products
Enhance coordination with social media/imaging apps to offer a unique imaging experience that stretches beyond shooting

More slides related to the Imaging Business (click for larger view):

Posted in Other Nikon stuff| Tagged Nikon financial results| 200 Comments

Deal of the day: the latest Capture One Pro 20 is now $130 off (price: $170, reg: $300)

By [NR] admin | Published: May 27, 2020

For a limited time B&H is running a deal on the latest full version of Capture One Pro 20 – you can get it now for $130 off (price: $169.94, original: $299.94):

Capture One recently announced a new Nikon specific version (more info available here):

There is also a new Capture One Express version for Nikon that is available for free (more info available here):

Posted in Deals| Tagged Capture One Pro 20| 25 Comments

Ending this week: Nikon US lens-only rebates

By [NR] admin | Published: May 26, 2020

Nikon’s current rebates on 27 Nikkor lenses are set to expire on May 31 – see the details at Adorama and B&H:

Posted in Nikon Lenses| Tagged lens only rebates, Nikon Rebates| 6 Comments

Ending this week: “I’m Back” digital back for Nikon film cameras raised $400k on Kickstarter

By [NR] admin | Published: May 26, 2020

The improved I’m Back project that adds a digital back to old film cameras has raised almost $400,000 on Kickstarter (out of the $10,306 goal) and is ending in 4 days. The digital back is compatible with many Nikon F models – here are the details (more information is available here):

Posted in Other Nikon stuff| Tagged digital back for Nikon 35mm film cameras, I'm Back digital back for Nikon film cameras, Kickstarter, Nikon digital back| 24 Comments

Announced: Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 UMC II and MF 85mm f/1.4 UMC II lenses for Nikon F-mount

By [NR] admin | Published: May 25, 2020

Today Samyang officially announced the previously leaked MF 14mm f/2.8 UMC II and MF 85mm f/1.4 UMC II full-frame, manual focus lenses that are available also for Nikon F-mount (replacements for the older models). Here is some additional information (check price and availability at Adorama and B&H):
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