New: Fotodiox DLX metal grip for Nikon Zf cameras (with a wooden accent and battery access)

Fotodiox announced a new DLX metal grip for Nikon Zf cameras with a wooden accent and battery access (price: $59).

More Fotodiox products can be found on their Amazon store. More Nikon Zf camera accessories can be found here:

Reviewing and ranking the different Nikon Zf grip options

Nikon Zf accessories

Here are the details on the new Fotodiox DLX metal grip for Nikon Zf:

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Best memory cards for the Nikon Zf camera (35 cards tested)



Alik Griffin tested 35 different memory cards on the Nikon Zf camera and published the detailed results on his website:

Recommended SD UHS-II V90 memory cards for Nikon Zf

Recommended MicroSD memory cards for Nikon Zf

More memory card tests:

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Weekly Nikon news flash #793


Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 lens review.


SmallRig launched the SmallRig x Andyax creator accessory tool kit that includes a versatile multi-tool, an assortment of Allen wrenches and other tools, a kit of common screws, a roll of black gaffer tape, and four rolls of colored spike gaffer tapes: AmzonB&H Photo, and SmallRig Store (international shipping). Additional information is available here.


SPINN.DESIGN announced a new CW.02 water-resistant wrapper for camera equipment with all-over hook-and-loop closure for quick, reliable, and space-saving protection. The new SPINN CW.02 protective wrapper now has a waterproof mid-layer that keeps splash water and moisture out. Additional information is available here.


Photo News Roundup Week of August 4th, 2024.


→ Updated Meike Pro full-frame lens roadmap (Z-mount):

  • Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro
  • Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 II Pro
  • Meike AF 15mm f/1.8 Pro
  • Meike AF 24mm f/1.8 Pro
  • Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro

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NASA astronaut captures amazing images with the Nikon Z9 camera




NASA astronaut and U.S. Navy Commander Matthew Dominick captured amazing images of the Aurora illuminating the Soyuz spacecraft from the ISS with a Nikon Z9 camera:


He also took this picture with the Milky Way in the background:


Watch the detailed video describing the setup and how the astronaut took the shot:

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Yongnuo 23mm f/1.4 Z DA DSM WL PRO APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced and available for sale




The previously reported Yongnuo 23mm f/1.4 Z DA DSM WL PRO APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and listed for sale on eBay (Yongnuo lenses are also sold at AdoramaB&H, and Amazon).

Addtional informtion:

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Nikon is dominating the latest sales ranking in Japan



Nikon is dominating the latest sales ranking at Yodobashi Camera Japan, with five camera combinations in the top 10:

  1. Nikon Z6III Body
  2. Nikon Z8 Body
  3. Sony α7C II Body
  4. Nikon Z6III Lens Kit
  5. Sony α7C II Zoom Lens Kit
  6. Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit
  7. Nikon Z50 Double Zoom Kit
  8. Fujifilm X-T50 Lens Kit
  9. Canon EOS R10 Lens Kit
  10. Nikon Zfc Lens Kit

The latest Map Camera sales ranking:

  1. Nikon Z6III
  2. Fujifilm X-T50
  3. Sony a7C II
  4. Nikon Zf
  5. Nikon Z8
  6. Canon EOS R6 Mark II
  7. Sony a7R V
  8. Sony a7 IV
  9. Panasonic Lumix S9
  10. Panasonic Lumix GH7

Source: CAPA, Map Camera

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Nikon first quarter financial results: revenue up, operating profit declined slightly, forecast up


Nikon released their first quarter financial results for the 2025 fiscal year (April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025):

  • In the Imaging Products Business, both unit sales and sales amount remained solid in the digital camera market as a whole due to strong sales of mid- to highend products.
  • Regarding the business environment for the year ending March 31, 2025, in the Imaging Products Business, the digital camera market is projected to remain solid, and we expect market growth, especially for mid- to high-end products.

Additional information:

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