Nikon N1936 Battery Pack Registered in Russia (For Nikon Z8 ?)

Nikon has registered a new battery pack N1936 with the Russian certification authority.

We already published details about the high-end Nikon Z8 full frame mirrorless camera that s rumored to have the same Sony a7R IV‘s 61MP full frame CMOS sensor, dual SD and CF express cards slots, a fully functioning vertical grip, pro body. It will be more expensive than Nikon Z6 and Z7.

Since Nikon is rumored to announce the high-end/professional Z8 in 2020, so this N1936 battery pack could be for Z8. Continue reading “Nikon N1936 Battery Pack Registered in Russia (For Nikon Z8 ?)”

Nikon Z8 and D880 Rumored to Feature 60MP Sony IMX455 Sensor

Both the upocoming Nikon Z8 and D880 full frame cameras are rumored to feature 60MP Sony IMX455 sensor.

According to latest rumors, Nikon is  rumored to announce a new high-end/professional Z-mount full frame mirrorless camera in 2020.  The name of this high-end/professional full frame mirrorless camera would be Nikon Z8, which has been in the rumor mill for a long time.

The Nikon Z8 will feature the 60MP IMX455 sensor found in the Sony a7R IV. The Z8 body to have dual CFexpress card slots and a vertical grip. It will be more expensive than Nikon Z6 & Z7. The release date for Nikon Z8 camera will be in late 2020.

So what’s next for Nikon. The upcoming Nikon D880 (Replacement of D850) is expected to arrive after the Z8 announcement. According to rumor mill, we’ll see the D850 replacement in early 2021.The high-resolution DSLR will also feature with 60MP IMX455 sensor from Sony a7R IV. Continue reading “Nikon Z8 and D880 Rumored to Feature 60MP Sony IMX455 Sensor”

Update on Tokina Compatibility Notice for Nikon Z6, Z7 and Z50 Cameras

Tokina issued another update on the compatibility of Tokina F-mount lenses with Nikon Z 6, Nikon Z 7 and Nikon Z 50 mirrorless cameras.

Previously, Tokina has published a compatibility noticed for Nikon Z-series owners, regarding a few issues the company came across while ‘thoroughly’ testing the functionality of its F-mount lenses when used on Z-series cameras with Nikon’s FTZ Mount Adapter. Continue reading “Update on Tokina Compatibility Notice for Nikon Z6, Z7 and Z50 Cameras”

Nikon Z50 Firmware Update Version 1.10 Released

As well as updating the two full-frame mirrorless cameras, Nikon has also introduced a firmware update for the Nikon Z50 which modifies the camera’s controls when recording self-portraits in movie mode.

Currently, when self-portraits are recorded in Movie mode, the focus mode is locked at AF-S mode. With the update to Ver. 1.10, the focus mode will be locked at AF-F mode. This change improves operation by allowing the camera to maintain focus on the user’s face in movie recording.

Nikon Z50 with 16-50mm Lens: $996.95 at AmazonB&HAdorama. Continue reading “Nikon Z50 Firmware Update Version 1.10 Released”

Nikon Z6 & Nikon Z7 Firmware Update Released with Animal-Detection AF

Nikon has released a new firmware update for the Nikon Z6 and Nikon Z7 full-frame mirrorless cameras.

Updating the Z6 and Z7 to firmware version 3.00 adds a new Animal-detection AF feature to the current Face/eye-detection AF. Subject tracking has also been modified to function more like the 3D-tracking feature in Nikon digital SLR cameras and support for additional CFexpress memory card brands has also been added. Check brands at Adorama, B&H, and Amazon in the US.

Below are the main changes: Continue reading “Nikon Z6 & Nikon Z7 Firmware Update Released with Animal-Detection AF”

Pre-Order : Nikon D6 Camera and NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S, Z 24-200mm Lenses

Nikon D6 camera, NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S lens, NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR lens is now available for pre-order at major stores in US.

Nikon D6 vs Nikon D5 – Comparison Continue reading “Pre-Order : Nikon D6 Camera and NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S, Z 24-200mm Lenses”

Nikon Unveils NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S & NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 Lenses

Today the Nikon D6 DSLR camera (B&H Photo/Adorama/Amazon), Nikon unveiled the NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S and NIKKOR Z 24-200mm lenses  with built-in stabilization.

Both Nikon Z-mount lenses are in the company’s roadmap. There will be a total of 23 Z-mount mirrorless lenses by 2021.

The US price for NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S lens is $1,049.95 at B&HPhoto/Adorama/Amazon., will be released in March, 2020. The US price NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 lens is $899.95 at B&HPhoto/Adorama/Amazon, will be released in April, 2020.

Sample photos: 20mm f/1.8 | 24-200mm f/4-6.3 Continue reading “Nikon Unveils NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S & NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 Lenses”

Nikon D6 DSLR Camera Announced, Price: $6,499

The Nikon D6 DSLR camera is now officially announced. You can find the price, specs and release date information of the Nikon’s flagship DSLR camera.

  • Nikon D6 Camera Body $6,499.95 USD at Amazon | Adorama | B&HPhoto
  • Nikon D6 Sample photos
  • Basic specs:
    • 20.8MP FX-Format CMOS Sensor
    • EXPEED 6 Image Processor
    • Multi-CAM 37K 105-Pt. All Cross-Type AF
    • 14 fps Shooting, Extended ISO 3280000

Continue reading “Nikon D6 DSLR Camera Announced, Price: $6,499”

Nikon D6 Compared to Nikon D5: One Stop Improved High ISO

The Nikon D6 DSLR will be officially announced in mid-February ahead of the CP+ 2020 event.

According to latest rumors, the Nikon D6’s high ISO will be one stop improved than Nikon D5. Check out the latest rumored specs of Nikon D6 below: Continue reading “Nikon D6 Compared to Nikon D5: One Stop Improved High ISO”

Techart Releases TZC-01 – New Canon EF to Nikon Z Autofocus Adapter

Techart releases the TZC-01, an adapter that makes it possible to mount and use autofocus Canon EF lenses on Nikon Z6 and Z7 cameras

Techart says the TZC-01 will work with EF-mount lenses from Canon, Sigma, Tamron, Tokina and Zeiss. In addition to ‘native’ autofocus performance, the lenses will also maintain aperture control, stabilization features and EXIF data. In total, Techart lists 62 lenses it says are proven compatible with the adapter: Continue reading “Techart Releases TZC-01 – New Canon EF to Nikon Z Autofocus Adapter”