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06-12-26 -
The latest discontinued Nikon cameras and lenses
A quick update on the latest discontinued Nikon cameras and lenses (thanks ZoetMB): The first two Nikon Z-mount lenses to be discontinued: Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70 f/2.8 VR S lens (V1) is now officially discontinued (B&H still has inventory). ...
06-11-26 -
Godox announced a new mini iM30 Pro TTL flash for Nikon cameras
Godox recently announced a new mini TTL flash – the iT30 Pro priced at $45: This ultra-compact flash weighs just 120 g A flip-out built-in diffuser for soft, flattering light Wireless sync with other lights and triggers via integrated 2.4 GHz sy...
06-09-26 -
FieldMadescustomizable battery indicator/label ecosystemnow includes Nikon EN...
FieldMade unveiled a fully customizable battery indicator/label ecosystem for Nikon cameras (now available for Nikon EN-EL15, EN-EL25, and EN-EL18 batteries): You can get 10% off your next FieldMade order with coupon code “Rumors10“: ...
06-08-26 -
The Nikon NX MobileAir will be completely free starting July 9
Nikon announed that the NX MobileAir smartphones app will be completely free starting with Ver. 1.6, scheduled for release on July 9, 2026: To allow more people to use NX MobileAir without restrictions and with peace of mind, starting with Ver. 1....
06-08-26 -
Now available for pre-order: new Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 & 75mm f/1.8 EVO APS-C...
The previously reported two new Viltrox AF APS-C EVO lenses for Nikon Z-mount are now officially announced and available for pre-order (check also the official Viltrox website): Viltrox 90mm f/2.2 EVO AF Lens (Nikon Z) Viltrox 75mm f/1.8 EVO AF Le...
06-08-26 -
Top 10 most viewed NikonRumors posts for May 2026
Here are the most popular NikonRumors posts for May 2026: What to expect next from Nikon (updated May 2026) Nikon officially announced the development of a new Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S telephoto zoom lens with a built-in 1.4x teleconverter...
06-06-26 -
Leaked specifications of the upcoming Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 & 75mm f/1.8 EVO ...
Viltrox will announce two new AF APS-C EVO lenses for Nikon Z-mount on June 8th (check the official Viltrox website for updates): Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 EVO APS-C (already listed on Amazon) Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.8 EVO APS-C Here are the leaked spec...
06-06-26 -
Skylum Luminar Neo Summer Sale (up to 70% off)
Skylum has launched a new Luminar Summer Sale with discounts of up to 70%. The campaign runs June 5-28, 2026. Here are the details: For new users: Desktop Perpetual – $119 / €99 + free Neo video course Cross-device Perpetual – $149 / €129...
06-04-26 -
The upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens spotted at Roland Ga...
I already reported that the upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens will be tested at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It seems that the lens is also being tested at Roland Garros – here I think is the first spy picture of the new l...
06-04-26 -
Nikon released firmware update version 1.10 for the new Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2...
Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.10 for the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens with a single fix: Fixed an issue where autofocus was slow to respond when used with the NIKON Z TELECONVERTER TC-2.0x. The next shipment of the new Nik...
06-03-26 -
The next shipment of the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens in Ja...
The next shipment of the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens in Japan is expected in September – this is according to Yodobashi camera: Map Camera doesn’t even list the lens anymore. In the US, the new Z 70-200mm len...
06-02-26 -
Update: here is the full list of all discounted Nikon cameras and lenses in t...
A quick update to my previous post – here is the full list of all discounted Nikon cameras and lenses in the US this month: Nikon Product Savings D7500 DX-format Digital SLR Camera Body $300.00 D7500 DX-format Digital SLR Camera Body w/ ...
06-02-26 -
Nikon June rebates & savings (US+UK+Germany)
Nikon USA Nikon USA rebates for June are now live and will expire on July 5: B&H Photo Paul’s photo Service Photo Rebates by categories (see full list): Mirrorless Cameras Mirrorless Lenses DSLR Cameras DSLR Lenses Accessories Several Ni...
06-02-26 -
Viltrox filed a patent in China that involves the Nikon Z-mount
Viltrox filed another patent in China that involves the Nikon Z-mount – here is the interpretation I got from AI translation: This new Chinese design patent CN 309984573 S from Viltrox protects the ornamental/appearance design (not the m...
06-02-26 -
Nikon Zfc firmware update version 1.81 released
Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.81 for the Zfc mirrorless camera with a single fix: Fixed an issue where certain operations would cause the monitor to remain blank when [Prioritize viewfinder] is selected for monitor mode. AkaraLabs...
06-02-26 -
The CIPA numbers for April are out
CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2026, black: 2025, blue: 2024): April 2026 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (All comparisons to YTD 2025) Narrative: April 2026 April number...
05-31-26 -
After 47 years Nikon Service Munich files for bankruptcy/insolvency
After 47 years, Nikon Service Munich filed for bankruptcy/insolvency, and they will be shutting down operations today: “By order of the Munich District Court, we have been in preliminary insolvency proceedings since March 18, 2026, which...
05-31-26 -
Nikon started a new Trade Up to ZR and Save program in the US that also inclu...
Nikon started a new “Trade Up to ZR and Save” program in the US that also includes Nikkor lenses: Here is the list of lenses that are part of the new trade-in program (available at B&H Photo, Paul’s Photo, and...
05-30-26 -
Look for the upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens at the 2026...
The upcoming Nikon NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens will be tested at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America (Jun 11 – Jul 19 2026) – I was told the lens will be given to select photographers. Comparing the size of the upcoming ...
05-29-26 -
Photographer installed Doom on a Nikon Zf camera
Photographer Taylor Jackson was able to install the classic Doom video game on a Nikon Zf camera (unless the video is fake/AI generated):   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Taylor Jackson (@taylorjackson) The post P...
05-29-26 -
Meike AF 56mm f/1.7 Air APS-C lens for Nikon-Z mount released and available f...
The previously reported Meike AF 56mm f/1.7 Air APS-C lens for Nikon-Z mount is now officially released and available for purchase: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Meike store Additional information: APS-C | f/1.7 to f/16 85mm (Full-Fram...
05-28-26 -
The rumors were true: Mark Roberts Motion Control Limited (MRMC) has filed fo...
Last month, on May 16th, I reported that Mark Roberts Motion Control Limited (MRMC), a former Nikon company, had filed for bankruptcy/liquidation. At that point, I could not find any confirmation from my sources, but I can now report that Mark Rob...
05-27-26 -
Comparing the size of the upcoming Nikon Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S len...
Here is a side-by-side comparison of the upcoming Nikon Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens with the Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S (currently $2,000 off) by Michna: The upcoming Nikon Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S 1.4x lens is rumored to be pr...
05-26-26 -
New: Lensbaby Twist 28mm f/3.5 full-frame manual-focus pancake lens for Nikon...
Lensbaby recently announced a new Petzval-inspired Twist 28mm f/3.5 full-frame manual-focus pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount with a classic swirling character for $190 (all Lensbaby lenses for Nikon Z-mount can be found here): Pre-orders: B&#38...
05-26-26 -
The latest Godox products
Here are the latest Godox products (several Godox flashes for Nikon are currently on sale): Godox MF-T76N macro twin flash for Nikon cameras. Godox EazyFlow foldable softboxes. Godox LED video flash light FL15Bi. Godox ML40Bi Bi-Color Portable LED...
05-26-26 -
Viltrox announced a new Z1 Pro vintage/retro-inspired compact flash for Nikon...
Viltrox announced a new Z1 Pro vintage/retro-inspired compact flash for Nikon cameras (the pro version of the existing Z1). Pre-orders are now open at: US: B&H Photo International: Viltrox Store Additional information and pictures: Viltrox...
05-24-26 -
DxO released new optics modules for the latest Z-mount lenses
DxO released new optics modules for the following Nikon Z-mount lenses: Laowa 180mm F4.5 1.5X Ultra Macro APO Nikon Z 70–200mm F2.8 VR S II Tamron 35–100mm F2.8 Di III VXD Zeiss Otus ML 35mm F1.4 The new DxO Modules can be found in: DxO PhotoL...
05-24-26 -
Camera bag Memorial Day deals
Several camera bag companies have Memorial Day deals: WANDRD: 20%-40% off sitewide Gura Gear: 20% off every bag Peak Design: up to 50% off ThinkTank: 15% off DarkLight sale Camera bags on sale at B&H Photo (all B&H Memorial Day pho...
05-22-26 -
Field Made released new customizable indicator labels for Nikon EN-EL25 batte...
Field Made released new customizable indicator labels for Nikon EN-EL25 batteries. You can get 10% off your next FieldMade order with coupon code “Rumors10“: 10% off the entire order Minimum purchase of $20 CAD Cannot be combi...
05-21-26 -
Venus Optics announced a new Laowa 4.5-10mm f/2.8 CF APS-C fisheye zoom lens ...
Â The previously reported Venus Optics Laowa 4.5-10mm f/2.8 CF APS-C fisheye zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced. The price is $399: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Laowa online store Additional information: APS-C Format &a...
05-20-26 -
7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 fullframe lens for Nikon Z-mount released
The previously reported 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 fullâ€‘frame lens for Nikon Z-mount is now released and available for order at the official online store (coming soon to B&H Photo). The price is $689. Additional information: The post ...
05-19-26 -
Nikons telescopes to be installed on Axelspaces next-generation Earth observa...
Nikonâ€™s custom telescopes will equip all seven of Axelspaceâ€™s next-generation GRUS-3 Earth observation microsatellites, scheduled for launch in 2026 on the Transporter-17 rideshare mission. Building on Nikonâ€™s prior supply of ...
05-19-26 -
Nikon Japan announced a price increase for the Z50II camera and a few other p...
Nikon Japan announced a new price increase for the Z50 II camera and a few other products effective June 1, 2026. It is unclear whether the latest price increase will also affect the rest of the world. Hereâ€™s the list of impacted products: ...
05-19-26 -
Nikon reduces compensation for directors and officers and proposes revisions ...
Nikon announced a reduction of compensation for directors and officers by up to 10%, depending on their positions, in order to “further advance the Company’s initiatives toward a recovery in business performance”: &am...
05-18-26 -
Weekly Nikon news flash #886
â†’ The new Zeiss Otus ML 35mm f/1.4 lens for Nikon Z-mount is now in stock at B&H Photo and Foto Erhardt (additional information). â†’ Nextorage memory card special deals at B&H Photo. Â â†’ Think Tank Photo rele...
05-17-26 -
New Brightin Star 10mm f/5.6 APS-C fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount launched wi...
Brightin Star announced a new and improved 10mm f/5.6II APS-C fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount. Pre-orders are now open at the official online store (coming soon to B&H Photo). The key upgrades are: Pre-orders are now open at the official on...
05-17-26 -
All new lenses from the 2026 China P&E Imaging Show
All new lenses that were on display at the 2026 China P&E Imaging Show in Beijing can be found here – most of them will be available for Nikon Z-mount (very long post to republish here): All new lenses from the 2026 China P&#...
05-16-26 -
The former Nikon company Mark Roberts Motion Control Limited (MRMC) is not in...
Last month, Nikon announced that it is selling Mark Roberts Motion Control Limited (MRMC) to an investment company in the UK. Nikon to sell MRMC to an investment company There are rumors floating around that MRMC is now in bankruptcy/administratio...
05-15-26 -
Another soap opera: speculation (not rumors) about Nikon being acquired by Es...
Some of you have probably already seen clickbait titles like “Nikon Stock Skyrockets Amid Rumors of a Sale” by websites that swore to never report rumors. The whole fiasco started yesterday when Yahoo Finance Japan reported a s...
05-15-26 -
Fix soft video and low-light noise in video workflow with Aiarty Video Enhanc...
Even with high-end systems like Nikon Z9 or Z8 shooting 4K N-Raw, physics remains a hurdle. We’ve all been there: nailing a perfect 120fps slow-motion shot only to find it looks slightly softer than standard 24p footage, or pushing ISO i...
05-14-26 -
Deal of the day: the Nikon ZR camera is now 16% off at Amazon UK
The Nikon ZR camera is now 16% off at Amazon UK: New Nikon rebates started in Europe: up to â‚¬ 1,000 off The post Deal of the day: the Nikon ZR camera is now 16% off at Amazon UK appeared first on Nikon Rumors. Related posts: Nikon USA inc...
05-14-26 -
SPINN.DESIGN ProWrapp Impact+ gear wrapper with max shock resistance crowdfun...
The latest crowdfunding project by SPINN.DESIGN for a new ProWrapp Impact+ gear wrapper with max shock resistance will end in less than 36 hours. SPINN.DESIGN is a Germany-based company in Offenbach specializing in innovative, high-quality camera ...
05-14-26 -
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S lens firmware update version 1.20 released
Nikon released firmware update version 1.20 for the Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S lens (currently $150 off) with two fixes: Improved aperture operation reliability Reduced aperture operation noise The post Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm f/4 S lens firmware upd...
05-13-26 -
Nikon Q&A on financial results for FY2026
Nikon published a Q&A on the latest financial results for FY2026. Here is a recap: Rising memory prices impact: Quantities for this fiscal year are secured. DRAM prices have risen severalfold compared to Q1 of the previous year. Prices are...
05-13-26 -
The new 2026 5DayDeal Photography Path To Mastery is now available
The new 2026 5DayDeal â€œPhotography Path To Masteryâ€ is now available. AsÂ in previous years, you will get a package of photography tools at a drastically reduced price ($1,500+ in value for $78) and lifetime access to all class recor...
05-12-26 -
Nikon Z5II firmware update version 1.11 released
Nikon just released a new firmware update version 1.11 for the Z5II camera with a single fix: Changed the way the aperture was adjusted on a lens when the standby timer expired. The Nikon Z5II camera is now $250 off in the US. Nikon Z5II photograp...
05-11-26 -
Brightin Star announced a new 7.5mm f/2.8 IV APS-C ultra-wide fisheye lens fo...
Brightin Star announced a new 7.5mm f/2.8 IV APS-C ultra-wide fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount in black and silver (previously reported here). The new model is very light at 274g, with a 190Â° field of view, and is rear-filter-ready. The intro pri...
05-11-26 -
Weekly Nikon news flash #885
â†’ Memory card and storage prices, including SD/microSD, CFexpress, and SSDs, are rising sharply in 2026 primarily due to an AI-driven surge in NAND flash demand that has outstripped supply – see the latest price increases from Lex...
05-10-26 -
March CIPA numbers
CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2026, black: 2025, blue: 2024): March 2026 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (All comparisons to YTD 2025) Narrative: March 2026 March number...
05-08-26 -
Nikon FY2026 financial results: profits down, targets recovery in FY2027
Today, Nikon announced their financial results for the fiscal year ending on March 31, 2026. Here is a recap of the Nikon Imaging Division results by ZoetMB: Full fiscal year results ending 3/31/26: Revenue: Â¥290.00 billion (approx.$2 billion)....

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