Nikon Rumors

Nikon’s upcoming mirrorless camera rumored to have a new Z-mount with 16mm flange focal distance

By [NR] admin | Published: January 11, 2018

Nikon’s patent drawing showing a new lens mount design with different electronic contacts location (not sure if this is the rumored Z-mount)

Some interesting rumors from CES – Nikon’s upcoming mirrorless camera is rumored to have a new Z-mount:

Keep in mind that “Z-mount” may not be the final marketing name, but I believe the dimensions are right.

For comparison, here are the dimensions of the Nikon F and Sony E mounts:

By [NR] admin | Published: January 10, 2018

The Lexar XQD cards sold out pretty quickly at Adorama yesterday. The good news is that B&H has them in stock right now (all three sizes). Act fast before they sold out again.

By [NR] admin | Published: January 9, 2018

Just a quick in-stock alert: the hard to get Lexar XQD memory cards are now in stock at Adorama (only the 128GB and 32GB versions, the 64GB sold out already).

By [NR] admin | Published: January 9, 2018

Today was the first day of the 2018 CES. Here are some pictures of the Nikon booth with the new Nikkor 180-400mm f/4E TC 1.4 FL ED VR lens courtesy of randorn.com:

By [NR] admin | Published: January 9, 2018

The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 180-400mm f/4E TC 1.4 FL ED VR lens is now available for pre-order:

The new HK-41 lens hood for the 180-400mm is priced at $579, while the LC-K103 lens cap is $64.95, so don’t lose them.

More links will be added as they become available. Shipping will start in March 2018. Additional information on the new lens can be found here.

By [NR] admin | Published: January 8, 2018

The previously rumored Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 180-400mm f/4E TC 1.4 FL ED VR full frame DSLR lens is now officially announced with Nikon’s first built-in teleconverter. The US price is $12,399.95, UK price is £10,999. Pre-orders are now open at B&H, Amazon and Adorama.

The new HK-41 lens hood for the 180-400mm is priced at $579, while the LC-K103 lens cap is $64.95, so don’t lose them.

Primary features:

Super-telephoto zoom lens with coverage of a broad range of focal lengths beginning at 180 mm and extending to 560 mm when the built-in 1.4x teleconverter is used
Built-in 1.4x teleconverter which can easily be activated/deactivated while looking through the viewfinder:

Tripod collar ring that enables smooth switching between horizontal and vertical orientation
Zoom ring that is easily operated while holding onto the tripod collar
Adoption of a fluorite lens element and magnesium alloy has achieved a light weight of approximately 3,500 g/7 lb 11.4 oz
Dust- and drip-resistant structure that prevents dust and drops of water from entering the lens
Nikon’s exclusive highly durable fluorine coat that effectively repels dust, water droplets, grease, and dirt
The latest optical design that includes the use of one fluorite lens element and eight ED glass elements for extremely sharp and detailed rendering that is compatible with high-pixel-count digital cameras
The latest optical design and the use of Nano Crystal Coat enable clear images in which ghost and flare are effectively suppressed
High maximum reproduction ratios with close-up shooting at telephoto positions (0.25x when the built-in teleconverter is not used, 0.36x when activated)
The exclusive design of this lens with a built-in teleconverter ensures optimal optical and AF performance
Electromagnetic diaphragm mechanism that enables stable exposure control
The VR mechanism offers camera shake compensation equivalent to a 4.0-stop increase in shutter speed in NORMAL mode; users can choose from NORMAL and SPORT modes:

Sample photos: