Nikon Rumors

MRMC assets acquired by MultiDyne

By [NR] admin | Published: June 28, 2026

MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems acquired the assets of the formerly Nikon-owned MRMC (see previous coverage).

MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems is a major developer of signal conversion and fiber-optic transport systems that specialize in moving broadcast and audio signals over fiber-optic cables. They make products like camera links and signal converters. Founded in 1976, the company designs hardware that enables television networks, live event producers, and filmmakers to transmit heavy video, audio, data, and power signals over long distances via fiber-optic cables. The company is based in Kings Park, New York.

Additional information (the full press release here):

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The Brightin Star lens sale ends in two days

By [NR] admin | Published: June 27, 2026

The current Brightin Star lens sale, where you can get up to 20% off select lenses, ends in two days (June 29):

US: B&H Photo (Z-mount listings)
Worldwide: Brightin Star Store (Z-mount listings)

Worldwide shipping is available when you purchase from the Brightin Star online store – use coupon code RUMORS for a discount.

The latest Brightin Star lens releases can be found here – in the last few weeks, they introduced five wide-angle lenses:

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Exclusive Luminar coupon code for an additional 20% off on top of the ongoing sale

By [NR] admin | Published: June 27, 2026

Our sponsor, Luminar, provided me with the exclusive coupon code RUMORS20NEO for an additional 20% off on top of the ongoing Summer sale. The code is valid until June 30. Additional information on the Skylum Luminar Neo Summer Sale can be found here:

Skylum Luminar Neo Summer Sale: up to 70% off

Information on the latest Luminar Neo release is available here:

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Updated Viltrox 2026 lens roadmap (20% off all Viltrox lenses ends today)

By [NR] admin | Published: June 26, 2026

Viltrox is expected to release the following lenses for Nikon Z-mount in 2026:

Viltrox lenses are currently 20% off at B&H Photo and the Viltrox store (ending today):

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The new Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 lens Nikon Z mount is now available for pre-order

By [NR] admin | Published: June 25, 2026

The new Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 lens Nikon Z mount is now available for pre-order at B&H Photo – this is the 15th Voigtlander lens for Z-mount:

NOKTON 28mm f/1.5 Aspherical: B&H | Erhardt
APO-LANTHAR 35mm f/2 Aspherical II: B&H | Erhardt
NOKTON 75mm f/1.5: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
SUPER WIDE-HELIAR 15mm f/4.5: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
NOKTON 50mm f/1: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
APO-LANTHAR 65mm f/2: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
NOKTON D 23mm f/1.2: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
NOKTON D 35mm f/1.2: eBay | Erhardt | WEX
APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/2 II: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
APO-LANTHAR 35mm f/2: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
NOKTON 40mm f/1.2: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
MACRO APO-ULTRON D 35mm f/2: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
APO-LANTHAR 28mm f/2 Aspherical: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
Voigtlander SEPTON 40mm f/2 Aspherical: B&H | Erhardt | WEX
Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4: B&H | Erhardt | WEX

Additional information on the new lens can be found here:

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Nikon is selling a Z6 III camera with no wireless connectivity for government and law enforcement agencies

By [NR] admin | Published: June 24, 2026

Nikon introduced a new Z6 III camera with no wireless connectivity (no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity, physically disabled). This means you cannot connect it to a smartphone, use the Nikon SnapBridge app, or transfer photos wirelessly. The price is $2,379.95 – this is $383 more expensive than a regular Z6 III model ($1,996.95).

Version	Wireless	Typical Buyers	Notes
Standard Z6 III	Full Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) + Bluetooth 5.0	Consumers, pros, content creators	Uses SnapBridge + advanced network features (FTP, etc.)
Z6 III “No Wireless Connectivity” (B&H model 2036)	None (physically disabled)	Government agencies, SCIF facilities, law enforcement, secure studios	Same imaging performance, just no radio modules

Why Nikon Makes and Sells the No-Wireless Version?

Nikon physically disables/removes the wireless components at the factory so they cannot be reactivated by the user (not just a software toggle). This is done specifically to meet strict security requirements. Key reasons include:

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