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New Firmware Ver. 2.1 for Nikon Z9 to be Released Soon

According to latest rumors, Nikon is rumored to release a new firmware version 2.1 for Nikon Z9 in the next 7-14 days. The new firmware includes AF fixes and improvements, but will also include some important updates.

It is rumored that Nikon’s new APS-C mirrorless camera will be announced at the end of June or early July, so we think there will be multiple announcements on the same day (the new Z 400mm F4.5 is also expected to be announced).

The new firmware for Nikon Z9 seems to be a surprisingly big update, including improvements in AF. Also, it seems that the previously rumored APS-C mirrorless camera and interchangeable lens may be announced at the same time, and if Nikon Rumors expected, the next Nikon announcement will be a large one.

The Nikon Z9 competitors in this price range are mainly the “Canon EOS R3” and “Sony a1“.

Nikon Z9 body: $5,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Nikon Z6 III Rumored Specifications

Here are the rumored specifications of the Nikon Z6 III camera. The upcoming full frame mirrorless camera is expected to be announced during August-October 2022.

Nikon Z6 III Rumored Specifications

33MP FX-Format CMOS image sensor
EXPEED 7 image processor
5-Axis In-Body Vibration Reduction
New AI Object Detection
AF real-time eye and real-time tracking
UHD 4K60
20 fps Cont. Shooting
HDR (HLG), ProRes RAW
Dual memory card slots
The camera is priced around $2,500
Announcement in August-October 2022

Nikon Z6 II body: $1,996.95 at Amazon | B&H | Adorama.

Nikon Z9 Sensor is Made by Sony

Techinsights reported that Nikon Z9 camera image sensor (IMX609AQJ) is made by Sony Semiconductor (a different company from Sony).

The Nikon Z9 competitors in this price range are mainly the “Canon EOS R3” and “Sony a1“. Nikon Z9 sensor is a high-performance sensor of the same type as the Sony A1 that has both high-speed readout and image quality. DxOMark had the same score as Sony A1, so the A1 sensor is also the same.

Nikon Z9 body: $5,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

“This report presents a device essentials folder (DEF) of the Sony IMX609AQJ full frame 45.7 MP stacked back-illuminated CMOS image sensor from the Nikon Z9 mirrorless camera.”

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Nikon Z9 is the Best-Selling Professional Mirrorless Camera in Q1 of 2022

Market data from The NPD Group has confirmed that the Nikon Z9 was the best-selling professional flagship full-frame mirrorless camera in the first quarter of 2022 with a 57% market share.

This data is based on a comparison of US unit sales of full-frame mirrorless cameras with an average selling price of $5,000 and above in the first three months of 2022. The Nikon Z9 competitors in this price range are mainly the “Canon EOS R3” and “Sony a1“, but did you mean that there was more demand for high-end models than other companies? If you think calmly, the competitors have other choices of high-end models such as “Canon EOS R5” and “Sony a7R IV / a9 II“, so there is no need to forcibly buy the highest-end model that exceeds $ 5,000. There may be a reason.

Nikon Z9 body: $5,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

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Laowa FF II 90mm f/2.8 CA-Dreamer 2X Lens specs leaked

Laowa FF II 90mm f/2.8 CA-Dreamer 2X Lens specs have been leaked online.

Venus Optics will announce the new Laowa FF II 90mm f/2.8 CA-Dreamer 2X Lens for Sony E mount, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Leica L mounts. The officiall announcement will be on May 23, 2022.

Here are the leaked images and specifications of the upcoming Laowa FF II 90mm f/2.8 CA-Dreamer 2X Lens. Laowa Lenses are sold at Adorama and B&H.

Laowa FF II 90mm f/2.8 CA-Dreamer 2X Lens Specs

13 sheets in 10 groups (3 ED lenses and 3 high-refractive)
13 diaphragm blades
Shortest shooting distance 20.4cm
Filter size 67mm
Size 74 x 120mm
Weight 619g
mount Sony E / Canon RF / Nikon Z / Leica L

Lexar announces new Diamond Series CFexpress Type B cards with 1,900MB/s read speeds

Lexar announces CFExpress Type-B Card DIAMOND Series and CFexpress Type-A Card GOLD Series.

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New Nikon Firmware Updates for 24-120mm, 100-400mm Z Lenses & P1000 Camera

Nikon released new firmware updates for the NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S and NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S lenses and the P1000 camera.

You can find the download with firmware update details below.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Lens: $2,696.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

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Nikon EN-EL18d Battery for Z9 now in Stock & Shipping

Nikon EN-EL18d Battery for Z9 is now in stock and shipping at Amazon, Adorama, and it will be soon in stock at B&H. The US price is $220.95.

The Nikon EN-EL 18d Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery has a capacity of 3300mAh, an output of 10.8V, and 36Wh. The battery can charge within the MH-33 charger and it can be used as a spare or replacement battery for the Nikon Z 9.

Nikon EN-EL18D battery for the Z9: $220.95 at Amazon, Adorama.

Nikon Z9 is available for sale and currently available for $5,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Pre-order: Nikon MC-CF660G 660GB CFexpress Type B Memory Card

In addition to its firmware updates for the Z6 II, Z7 II and Z9, Nikon also announced the release of its first CFexpress Type B memory card. The new Nikon MC-CF660G 660GB CFexpress Type B memory card is now available for pre-order. Check availability at Adorama and B&H Photo.

The MC-CF660G is a CFexpress (Type B)5 memory card with a large capacity of 660 GB. It realizes a maximum read speed of approximately 1700 MB/s and maximum write speed of approximately 1500 MB/s. It is particularly suited for video/still shooting with the Nikon Z 9 full-frame/FX-format mirrorless camera.

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Nikon Updates Its NX Field Remote Shooting System

Nikon has released an updated version of the NX Field remote shooting system for professional imaging agencies. The software update will further support the capabilities of the Nikon Z9 Nikon FX-format/full-frame mirrorless camera.

The Ver 1.2.0 update will enable Z9 users to easily detect nine subject types. This covers a range of subjects including people, dogs, cats, birds, bicycles, motorcycles, cars, trains, and airplanes enabling more accurate subject capture, even via remote operation. In addition, the update supports the Z9’s High-Speed Frame Capture+ feature.

For more information, visit the Nikon website.

Nikon Z9 is available for sale and currently available for $5,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.