The photo of the gravity-defying surfer was taken with a Nikon Z9 camera

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The photo of the gravity-defying Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina was taken by Jerome Brouillet with a Nikon Z9 camera:

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New ArtraLab Nonikkor Nocty 50mm f/1.2 lens for Nikon Z-mount to be announced soon

ArtraLab is developing a new Nonikkor Nocty 50mm f/1.2 lens for Nikon Z-mount. The official announcement is expected in August. The lens will first be released for Nikon Z mount and later for Fuji X and Sony E mount.

ArtraLab already has several lenses for Nikon cameras (check Amazon and the official website for details):

The new ArtraLab Nonikkor 24mm f/1.7 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for pre-order

ArtraLab Lunaelumen 50mm f/1.1 lens for Nikon Z-mount

Just announced: ArtraLab NONIKKOR-MC 35mm f/1.4 classic full-frame lenses for Nikon Z-mount (design from the 1960’s & 1980’s)

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Yongnuo to release a new YN35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount


Yongnuo is expected to release a new YN35mm f/1.8Z DA DSM WL APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount with a function ring and custom buttons (Yongnuo lenses are sold at AdoramaB&H, and Amazon):

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New firmware updates of the Nikon Zf, Z7II, Z8, and Z9 cameras expected soon


Nikon is rumored to release new firmware updates for the Nikon Zf, Z7II, Z8, and Z9 cameras as soon as tomorrow (±1 day). One of the new features is exepcted to be support for the new Nikon Imaging Cloud.

I already mentioned that a new Nikon Z9 firmware update will be released at the end of July. Let’s see if the rumors will materialize this week.

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Weekly Nikon news flash #791


New Nikon Z6 III bracket and plate by Kirkphoto (see also the previously reported SmallRig option):

TopCine L plate for Nikon Z6III for $39.


 
→ Lens/tripod collar for the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens: Haoge | Kirk Photo | Leofoto | more options available here.


→ The new LIT DUO 1 lightmeter for video/photo raised almost $800k on Kickstarter with another 9 days to go.


→ Topaz Labs released Photo AI version 3.1.0 with new Autopilot Suggestions and major quality improvements across the board. Topaz also made improvements to the speed of masking and preview rendering in the app. Additional information is available here.


→ In addition to Video AI Pro, Topaz also released a new Gigapixel PRO version for professionals with high-quality upscaling, commercial licensing, and CLI support. Additional information is available here.


→ ON1 released Photo RAW 2024 version 2024.5.1, which includes some enhancements and new AI models for noise reduction. ON1 Photo RAW 2024 is currently up to 50% off with coupon SUMMER24 (expires July 30th). Additional information is available here.


→ Adobe released the July update for Photoshop that includes many new features, including a prompt AI image generator (additional information):

The latest Adobe CC subscription plan rates can be found here. The different Adobe Creative Cloud options are described here. Additional information on Photoshop and Lightroom is available on this page. Adobe Creative Cloud subscription can be purchased directly from B&H Photo or Amazon.


→ Hobolite announced new Avant Max and Mini Max Bi-Color LED lighting kits (for additional information and international shipping, check the official Hobolite website).


Nikon Live Experience in Sydney will run over five days, from July 31st to August 4th. It will include workshops, keynotes, and a chance to experience Nikon equipment in person.

The latest YouTube videos after the break:

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 lens reviews

Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 lens review at DCFever

Here are some Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 lens YouTube videos:

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The rumored Nikkor F-mount lens rebates could be delayed or canceled


The rumored Nikkor F-mount lens rebates could be delayed or canceled. Hopefully, we will get more details next week. Here is the expected/rumored list of discounted lenses:

Lens

Price

Rebate

Final

AF-S NIKKOR 180-400mm f/4E TC FL ED VR $12,397 $4,400 $7,997
AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR $11,197 $3,300 $7,897
AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VR $10,297 $3,000 $7,297
AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR $12,297 $3,600 $8,697
AF-S NIKKOR 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR $16,297 $4,800 $11,497
AF-S NIKKOR 28mm f/1.4E ED $1,997 $600 $1,397
AF-S NIKKOR 58mm f/1.4G $1,597 $440 $1,157
AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G $1,597 $440 $1,157
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Deal of the day: Vi Vante sheetline black rope camera strap with Nappa leather ends and electroplated mounting rings now 18% off


The Vi Vante sheetline black rope camera strap with Nappa leather ends and electroplated mounting rings is now on sale at Amazon (18% off):



Other Vi Vante products can be found here and here:

The latest camera accessories from Vi Vante

New: Vi Vante Gaucho camera straps

Via LeicaRumors

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