Very early rumors of a new Nikon Z high-speed camera to be announced for the 2024 Olympics


Here are some very early and unconfirmed rumors about a new Nikon Z high-speed camera model to be announced for the 2024 Olympics:

  • A high-speed version of the Z9 ( Z9H?): just as with the D1H and D1X, the new model will have half the amount of pixels of the Z9
  • It will be Nikon’s fastest FX-format camera (global shutter?)
  • The camera will also have a high-resolution mode

If those rumors are true, I can see Nikon doing something similar to the new Sony A9III:

“Sony has delivered the world’s first mirrorless camera with a full-frame global shutter sensor: the a9 III. This revolutionary release promises unrivaled speed thanks to the capabilities of the newly designed 24.6MP Exmor RS CMOS sensor, including 120 fps continuous shooting with AF/AE, flash sync at all speeds up to 1/80,000 sec., and no subject distortion. Sports, wildlife, and action photographers will never miss a moment when using the a9 III.” (B&H Photo)

FYI: I received the above information BEFORE the official announcement of the Sony A9III camera – I was just trying to get more details but unfortunately, this is all I have for now. As usual, I always accept anonymous tips here.

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MonsterAdapter is developing a new LA-FE2 lens adapter (F to E mount) with AF support for older Nikkor D-type lenses



November 11, 2023, MonsterAdapter is developing a new generation Nikon F mount to Sony E mount electronic lens adapter with autofocus and aperture dual motor built-in: LA-FE2. While retaining most of the functions and advantages of the current LA-FE1 version, the new LA-FE2 can also drive traditional Nikkor AF lenses (commonly known as D Type lenses) released by Nikon since 1987. The new MonsterAdapter LA-FE2 is expected to be launched in 2023. The price and more detailed information will be revealed soon, so stay tuned.

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The Nikon Zf, the best-selling camera, is currently backordered until May 2024 in some Japanese stores


Several stores in Japan (Map Camera, Yodobashi) report that the Nikon Zf is currently the best-selling camera. As a result, the Nikon Zf is back-ordered in Japan until May 2024:


In the US, most Nikon Zf configurations are out of stock at B&H and Adorama.

Nikon Japan: Nikon Zf in short supply

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Weekly Nikon news flash #754


→ Really Right Stuff (RRS) announced a new MC-LS universal L-bracket: one plate, many cameras (additional information is available here).

         
→ A reader sent me this website by Timm Chapman who put together this massive trove of info all about the Nikon NASA cameras and history. The details are incredible.



Hobolite released a new LiteDock, Pro Adjustable Lens, and several other lighting accessories.


SmallRig announced a new RC 60 COB light with a built-in battery and fast charging (B&H | Amazon). Additional information is available here.

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Nikon D1, D2, D3, D4 series cameras autofocus stopped working solution: gravity


I received this email from a reader (thanks Eco) regarding an autofocus issue with the older Nikon D1, D2, D3, and D4 series DSLR cameras and how to fix it with the help of…. gravity:

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The latest updates from Skylum and DxO


→ This weekend only: you can get 30% off Skylum Luminar with the new GenErase feature with coupon code GEN30 (ends on November 13, additional information).

This weekend only: 30% off the new Skylum Luminar with GenErase feature


DxO released PureRAW version 3.7 with new features and integration (see what’s new | additional information).

DxO PureRAW version 3.7 released


DxO also released new DxO Optics Modules with support for the latest third-party Z-mount lenses (additional information):

  • Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD (Nikon Z)
  • TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 (Nikon Z DX)
  • Voigtländer Nokton D 35mm F1.2 Z (Nikon Z)
  • Voigtländer Nokton 40mm F1.2 Asph. Z (Nikon Z)

DxO released 1,872 new DxO Optics Modules

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For an additional $15 you can get a Z-mount adapter with the just released TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 “Bubble Bokeh” lens


 
Today TTArtisan announced a new 100mm f/2.8 “Bubble Bokeh” lens. For an additional $15 (lens+adapter=$235) you can get the lens with a Z-mount adapter:


Sample photos:

TTartisan has a similar lens for M42:

New TTartisan 100mm f/2.8 2x “bubble bokeh” full-frame macro lens announced

Additional information:

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Nikon second quarter financial results released: “Growth trends in the market for digital camera-interchangeable lens type are greater than expected in the previous forecast”


Nikon released their second quarter financial results (numbers are for the first half of the year ending March 31, 2024)

  • Revenue : ¥331.2B (Up ¥42.9B YoY)
  • Operating profit : ¥ 13.6B (Down ¥10.8B YoY)
  • Revenues grew on strong sales in the Imaging Products Business, increased sales volumes of ArF lithography systems, and consolidation of SLM in the Digital Manufacturing Business.
  • Operating profit down on lower sales volumes of FPD lithography systems, the effects of reduced revenue in the Components Business, and increased expenses resulting from the SLM acquisition, etc.

Here are the numbers for the Nikon Imaging Business:

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