Nikon Rumors

Officially announced: Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount

By [NR] admin | Published: August 28, 2024

The previously rumored Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and available for pre-orde r:

US: Adorama | B&H | Amazon | Paul’s | Service
EU: Erhardt | Koch | Camulet | WEX
CA: Camera Canada

Additional information on the new lens (you can see the leaked details here):

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The Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount is rumored to be announced tomorrow

By [NR] admin | Published: August 28, 2024

I mentioned yesterday that we are getting close to a new product announcement. The already leaked Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount is rumored to be officially announced tomorrow. Check for pre-order links at our sponsors:

US: Adorama | Amazon | B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo
EU: Foto Erhardt | Foto Koch | Camulet | WEX Photo
CA: Camera Canada

The details can be found here:

Details of the upcoming Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount leaked online

The same lens already exists for Sony E-mount:

Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens released, available for pre-order for $1,299

Getting close to a new Nikon product announcement

By [NR] admin | Published: August 27, 2024

We are getting closer to another Nikon announcement. Nikon likes to introduce new products in the September/October timeframe – here are a few examples from previous years:

Nikon Zf announced September 20, 2023
Nikon Z9 announced October 28, 2021
Nikon Z6II/Z7II announced October 14, 2020
Nikon Z50 announced October 10, 2019
Nikon D6 announced on September 4, 2019

Nikkor lens announcements in September-October:

Nikkor Z 600MM f/6.3 VR S announced October 11, 2022
Nikkor Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena announced September 27, 2023
Nikkor Z 17-28mm f/2.8 announced September 20, 2022
Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S announced October 28, 2021
Nikkor Z 24-120mm Ff/4 S announced October 28, 2021
Nikkor Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR announced October 13, 2021
Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 announced September 14, 2021
Nikkor Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S announced September 16, 2020
Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.2 S announced September 16, 2020
Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR announced October 10, 2019
Nikkor Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR announced October 10, 2019
Nikkor Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct announced October 10, 2019
Nikkor Z 24mm f/1.8 S announced September 4, 2019

I already reported that I expect two new cameras and at least one lens to be announced in 2024:

I also received some information about a new special edition Nikon Zf or Zfc camera, but I cannot confirm that yet. It could also be just new leather options for the Zf or Zfc cameras or a collaboration with another company. Stay tuned for updates.

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Manfrotto released a new lithium-ion battery for select Nikon cameras (7V, 2400mAh)

By [NR] admin | Published: August 27, 2024

Manfrotto released a new 7V, 2400mAh MKII lithium-ion battery with shock-absorbing silicone construction for select Nikon cameras. The new battery offers a higher 2400mAh capacity compared to the previous model (2000mAh). The original Nikon version offers 2280mAh capacity.

“Extend your shooting time with the ultrahigh capacity 2400mAh Professional Lithium-Ion Battery for Select Nikon Cameras. Compatible with Nikon cameras that use EN-EL15c type batteries, it is designed for use in extreme field conditions. Rated for more than 500 charge and discharge cycles, it has a silicone-injected casing for superior circuit protection, electrical insulation, and protection from drops up to nine feet.”

The new battery is priced at $59.99.

The Manfrotto battery charger is sold separately:

List of compatible Nikon cameras:

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Nikon established a new $51.5 million “NFocus Fund” in California to invest in North American startups

By [NR] admin | Published: August 27, 2024

Nikon established a new $51.5 million “NFocus Fund” in California to invest in North American startups:

“NFocus Fund, a Geodesic Capital managed Fund, together with Nikon Ventures Corporation (NVC), a subsidiary of Nikon located in Belmont, California, will directly engage with startups and partners in North America and other key locations, fostering partnerships, developing human resources, and creating synergies to expand Nikon’s technological and business strategies. This partnership is based on Geodesic’s strong network within Silicon Valley, its understanding of Japanese companies and culture, and its track record of successful investments.”

Additional information:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #795

By [NR] admin | Published: August 25, 2024

→ The latest BCN mirrorless market share/sale rankings data.

→ Peak Design added the popular “Coyote” color line to its global lineup (including the Coyote X-Pac bags). Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo. Up until now, Coyote X-Pac has only been available in limited edition runs that sold out almost immediately (American-made and featuring an exterior shell derived from 100% recycled fishing nets).