Nikon DSLR camera sales figures (estimations)

By [NR] admin | Published: June 26, 2019


A dpreview forum member compiled a list of Nikon DSLR camera sales figures based on serial number registrations from the website Photosynthesis:

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Venus Optics will release the Laowa 15mm f/2 FE Zero-D lens for Nikon Z-mount in August

By [NR] admin | Published: June 26, 2019


Venus Optics confirmed previous reports that their Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D lens will be available also for Nikon Z mount (and Canon RF mount). The lens is currently available only for Sony E-mount. The price will be around 1,000 Euro (in the US the E-mount version is $849). Shipping will start in August.


Venus Optics will release more lenses with Z-mount:

Additional information on the Laowa 15mm f/2 FE Zero-D lens can be found on the officiasl Venus Optics website. Here is the translated press release:

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Dpreview: “With new AF firmware, Nikon’s Z6 & Z7 just got more competitive”

By [NR] admin | Published: June 24, 2019


Dpreview published the article “With new AF firmware, Nikon’s Z6 & Z7 just got more competitive” analyzing the latest Nikon Z AF firmware updates. Here is their conclusion:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #528

By [NR] admin | Published: June 24, 2019


→ New Topaz Labs Adjust AI introduced (now $20 off).


→ Lensbaby announced a new 45 OMNI creative filter system (Adorama, B&H, Amazon).

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Techart officially unveils the world’s first Sony E to Nikon Z autofocus adapter with a thickness of 2mm

By [NR] admin | Published: June 21, 2019


As I already reported, yesterday Techart officially announced the world’s first Sony E to Nikon Z autofocus adapter with a thickness of 2mm (available on eBay):

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Interesting: Nikon invests in the Canadian AI software company Wrnch

By [NR] admin | Published: June 21, 2019


Nikon invested USD $7.5 million in the Canadian company Wrnch that is involved in the development and sale of computer vision and deep learning software:

“Established in 2014, wrnch uses deep learning to develop and provide tools and software development kits (SDKs) that enable computers to see and understand human movement and activity. wrnch has also used its advanced work in pose estimation technologies to establish ties with major entertainment and communications companies. The company continues its operations in technical development, while raising funds continuously.”

Wrnch’s website describes the company as “Teaching Cameras To Read Human Body Language“. Their product WrnchAI is a “real-time AI software platform that captures and digitizes human motion and behaviour from a standard video“.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-BG4B3lRz0

Full press release:

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Nikon’s July rebates (plus a new Sigma sale)

By [NR] admin | Published: June 19, 2019


Most of the last month’s rebates were extended – see the details at Adorama and B&H Photo.

Adorama has a promotion on two Sigma lenses:

This Sigma sale will expire on June 24. The list of all discounter Sigma lenses can be found here.

Here is the detailed list of curent Nikon rebates:

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