SmallRig x Mikevisuals launched a new tracking POV kit

By [NR] admin | Published: December 2, 2023




SmallRig x Mikevisuals launched a new tracking POV kit (extension arm kit for tracking shot). Here are the details:

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New Nikon Z8/Z9 firmware updates rumored to be released soon (new pre-capture in RAW feature?)

By [NR] admin | Published: December 1, 2023


New Nikon Z8/Z9 firmware updates are rumored to be released soon – most likely in December. One possible new feature that could be released is “pre-capture in RAW”. Pre-capture for JPG already exists in the Z9:

“How Pre-Release Burst works. Once Pre-Release Burst is set, you can confirm everything is working by looking into your viewfinder. At the bottom of the viewfinder there will be a ‘Pre’ symbol indicating Pre-Release Burst is activated. When you press the shutter half-way down (or press the AF-ON button if you’re set for back button focus), a green dot appears, indicating the camera is buffering images. When you take the shot, one second of images will be recorded before you actually hit the shutter.”

Stay tuned for updates.

Reminder: the Nikon Z8 camera is still now $300 off at Amazon | Adorama | B&H Photo.

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Nikon ED Nikkor 1200-1700mm f/5.6-8 P IF lens report from the PCH Pro Shop

By [NR] admin | Published: November 30, 2023


The PCH Pro Shop located in Belgium posted this story on their Facebook page about the monster Nikon ED Nikkor 1200-1700mm f/5.6-8 P IF lens:

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Godox launched a new Lux Cadet retro camera flash – a perfect fit for Nikon Zf & Zfc cameras

By [NR] admin | Published: November 29, 2023




Godox launched Lux Cadet – a new retro camera flash that will be a perfect fit for the Nikon Zf and Zfc cameras. The price is $95 and pre-orders are now open. Additional information:

  • Throwback to the 1940s design
  • Retro power adjust dial
  • Compact, lightweight design
  • Auto Mode & Manual Mode
  • Built-in Lithium battery
  • Universal Hotshoe
  • Sync Terminal for External Operation
  • Power, ISO, Stops, Distance Dial
  • Guide Number: 32.8′ at ISO 100
  • 7 x Output Levels: 1/1 to 1/64
  • Pre-order: B&H Photo
  • Price: $94.90
  • Product page
  • Product Manual
  • Technical specifications and additional pictures:

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Interview with Nikon executive: “Zf captures the hearts of young camera fans”

By [NR] admin | Published: November 29, 2023


Phileweb (translated) published an interview with Mr. Takuhide Tsuji from Nikon Imaging Japan (Nikon received the 2023 DGP Imaging Overall Gold Award). The Nikon Zf is a big hit and it is still out of stock in many retailers:

Q: (Phileweb) Furthermore, the Zf, which won the Jury Special Award, was released on October 27th, but I hear that it is difficult to obtain. How do you analyze the background behind its explosive popularity?

A: (TsujiAlthough) Although quantitative data is not yet available, the Touch & Try event held at Nikon Plaza prior to the launch attracted young customers in their 20s and 30s, as well as those visiting Nikon Plaza for the first time. Many customers came to visit us, and we could feel the change firsthand, thinking, “This is a slightly different demographic than our usual customer base.”

Here is the interview recap from Digicame-info:

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Nikon COOLPIX P950 firmware update version 1.4 released

By [NR] admin | Published: November 28, 2023


Nikon released firmware update version 1.4 for the COOLPIX P950 super-telephone camera with a single issue fixed:

  • During time-lapse movie shooting, the camera normally locks focus at the first frame, but with some subjects, the focus position may be gradually shifted after the second frame.

The four-year-old Nikon COOLPIX P950 camera is now selling for $796.

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More new Chinese Z-mount lenses released and available to order: Meike 85mm f/1.4, AstrHori 28mm f/13, and Sirui 23/33/56mm f/1.2

By [NR] admin | Published: November 28, 2023


The previously reported Meike 85mm f/1.4 STM full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z mount is officially released and available in stock. Additional information can be found here.


The previously reported AstrHori 28mm f/13 2X macro periprobe full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially released (additional information is available here):


The new SIRUI Sniper prime lenses for Nikon Z-mount are now available for order at B&H Photo and the official SIRUI website. Additional information can be found here.

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What camera is this?

By [NR] admin | Published: November 28, 2023

A few days ago I posted a link to the Nikon booth at the Inter BEE2023 show. A reader noticed that one of the published pictures shows an unknown Nikon mirrorless camera next to the Z8 and Z9:





The camera in question has a small body (smaller than the Z8) and a huge viewfinder – significantly bigger than the Z5/Z6/Z7 models. Am I missing something here? What camera is that?

  • A Nikon Z camera prototype?
  • Is that the rumored high-speed camera to be announced for the 2024 Olympics?
  • Maybe this is just an optical illusion and this is one of the existing Z models?

What do you think?

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