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02 Jan 2024Nikon in 2024: Predictions. Nikon Z9 II Z9H, Z6 III & Z7 III, Z500, Z50 II & More - The Nikon Report Extra00:47:46

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements. Today we discuss what is next in store for Nikon in 2024. From cameras to lenses and everything in between.


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Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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13 Apr 2022Nikon Vision 2025, Z 800mm updates, Z9, Shares Buyback, Nikon's AR / VR involvement - Nikon Report 6300:28:15

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 63

AP AWARDS 2022 – BEST CAMERAS, SMARTPHONE AND DRONE OF 2022

https://bit.ly/3Oaw8y8

AP AWARDS 2022 – THE BEST LENSES OF 2022

https://bit.ly/3xtUNb5

Nikkor 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR vs. Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens specifications comparison

https://bit.ly/3LSQ5HY

Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 lens hood costs $150

https://bit.ly/3xtPnNg

Steve Perry’s photos with the new Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens

https://bit.ly/38D3VzK

He also published a video with The Story Behind The Photographs

https://bit.ly/3xqhOMf

Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 PF VR S First Impressions by DPReview

https://bit.ly/3KH1uKP

The Nikon 800mm 6.3 PF | Wildlife Photography in the Arctic Tom Mason

https://bit.ly/36f5oeY

Nikon Z9 review: Speed, resolution and 8K video power by Engadget YT

https://bit.ly/3jDcmxn

THE 'Z 9 Moment' | FROM HERE TO 'WHAT NEXT?' | Opinion Piece | Matt Irwin

https://bit.ly/3JKVxLG

Nikon's video production subsidiary “Nikon Creates” begins operations and enters the imaging content creation business using cutting-edge technology

https://bit.ly/3O5WGk9

Nikon Announced a BUYBACK of its own shares.

https://bit.ly/3vjvJkB

Nikon’s Vision 2025: Medium Term Management Plan

https://bit.ly/3KHa4cu

3rd Party:

Topaz Labs released a version 6 Gigapixel AI

https://bit.ly/3O85juB

Weekend Read & Watch

Using the Nikon 8mm f/8 Fish-eye Nikkor as Intended: for SCIENCE!

https://bit.ly/3xrbBzG

Z 9 50mm 1.2 S | Night City Photography | 10 Cool Melbourne Lanes Captured In One Take | Matt Irwin

https://bit.ly/38CUbFE

Nikon Camera Commercials from the 1980s and 1990s - FILM!

https://bit.ly/37kTMr4

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz9 #z9

29 Nov 2022Nikon Z 600mm Lens is shipping in the US, New Firmware updates, Nikon Market share where to improve, lots of 3rd Party Lenses are coming - The Nikon Report 9300:25:44

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 93

Stock updates:

https://tinyurl.com/yc66e6tw

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S lens is now shipping

https://tinyurl.com/5n7majpd

New Nikon D6 Firmware v.1.5.1 released

https://tinyurl.com/ms3atrmy

New Nikon Coolpix P950 Firmware v.1.3 released

https://tinyurl.com/26kk98s8

The Japanese Techno System Research published their latest digital camera global market share for 2021 (NOT 2022)

https://tinyurl.com/4a4vhjze

https://tinyurl.com/bdh2bm2y

3rd party

TTArtisan announced a new 35mm f/0.95 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://tinyurl.com/33222v77

Astrhori is rumoured to announce the 85mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://tinyurl.com/3zxc83dh

Astrhori is also roumoed to another the 105mm f/2.8 tilt-shift macro lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://tinyurl.com/5e8ry4vv

Pergear released 35mm f/1.4 full-frame mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount costs only $129

https://tinyurl.com/3eb8eh5d

7artisans launched EF-NZ Lens Adapter Auto-Focus Lens Converter Ring Compatible for Canon EF/EF-S Lens and NIKON Zmount Camera

https://tinyurl.com/ypdj27v3

GL Optics rehoused Nikkor ED 50-300mm T4.6 cinema lens.

https://tinyurl.com/yc62t3ba

Info on Nikkor 50-300 Lens

https://tinyurl.com/mt37ar2e

H&Y Filters released a new Swift Magnetic adapter ring for the Nikkor Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S lens compatible with the Revoring magnetic lens filter system (via DC.Watch)

https://tinyurl.com/23xbp6cb

https://tinyurl.com/3jzwm8nt

Reviews:

PhotographyLife published a Nikon Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S Field Test

https://tinyurl.com/mub8m4s5

Weekend Read & Watch

NIKON 58mm f/0.95 NOCT Review - THE Z NIKKOR BEAST by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/jsmm9yap

Sharpness Showdown! Nikon 600mm TC Vs. Nikon 800 PF, Sony 600 GM, and Nikon 600 F/4 E!

https://tinyurl.com/mrpvxymp

Busting the Burnout by Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/4fxdjhfn

A photography of a Frog-legged leaf beetle By Yousef Al Habshi which was taken for a Nikon Small World 2022 Photomicrography Competition

https://tinyurl.com/3fx4bvdp

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #photography #nikonz

27 Jun 2023Nikon Z8 Service Advisory, Will Z8 get AUTO CAPTURE? Nikon Lenses what to expect - The Nikon Report 11800:43:49

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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0:00 Intro

0:17 Nikon Z8 Service Advisory

4:06 Z8 Auto Capture?

8:38 Z 70-180 vs Z 70-200mm lens

14:26 Z 70-180 vs Tamron 70-200 for Sony

15:38 Z 180-600 vs Z 100-400mm lens

18:03 Z 24mm f/1.7 DX lens is in stock worldwide

18:24 New Nikon Z lenses roadmap

19:07 Z 35mm f/1.2 & Z 135mm f/1.8 S

22:30 Big Z lens discussion, what's next?

39:55 Nikon Japan resumed orders for Z 400 & SB-500

40:24 Fotodiox Profusion Sony to Z adapter

41:25 Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 lens announced

42:01 Support US please


Nikon Report 118

Nikon Z8 service advisory

https://www.nikonimgsupport.com/eu/BV_article?articleNo=000044641&ctry=gb&lang=en_GB

Nikon removed mentioning of Z8 auto capture from the promo video

https://tinyurl.com/kmzsktwf

Nikkor Z 70-180mm f/2.8 vs. Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S specifications comparison

https://tinyurl.com/3stja5ax

https://tinyurl.com/y62d5r9f

Z 70-180 vs Tamron comparison

https://tinyurl.com/ckcadam9

https://tinyurl.com/3stja5ax

Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR vs. Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S specifications comparison

https://tinyurl.com/33prhad6

Nikon Z 24mm f/1.7 now in stock worldwide

https://tinyurl.com/mwkfcpsk

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-24mm-f-1-7-dx/

Nikon Updated Nikkor Z mirrorless lens roadmap as of June 21, 2023

https://tinyurl.com/mpwwxdzs

Nikon Japan resumed orders for the Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens & SB-5000 flash

https://tinyurl.com/5n6dtz35

Fotodiox announced a new Pro Fusion Sony E lens to Nikon Z camera smart autofocus adapter

https://tinyurl.com/j2wub6uz

Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced

https://tinyurl.com/4u523vae

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #z8 #nikonz8

25 May 2022CANON R7 & R10 announced, WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR NIKON? Z 600mm RUMOURS HIT the WEB - Nikon Report 6900:35:27

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 69

Delivery updates:

B&H is now shipping Nikon Z9 orders placed on October 30 https://bit.ly/3GcqGqZ

Adorama is still listing the Nikon Z9 shipping date as July 10, 2022: https://bit.ly/3PGP3Se

UK update: a shipment coming to the UK. http://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk

increased supply of Z 24-120 f/4S in the USA. https://bit.ly/3wDlBVr

Rumours: First Nikon Z 600mm f/4 lens rumours hit the web. https://bit.ly/39P4JlT

Canon will soon announce R7 & R10 what does it mean for Nikon https://bit.ly/3PCUl0J

The Nikon Z9 is the top-selling camera in Q1/2022 with a 57% market share https://bit.ly/39NnEgD

This makes Nikon Z9 Unstoppable: as it wins every possible award https://bit.ly/3lybxHd

Nikon USA published: Tips for Sunrise Photography with the Z 9 https://bit.ly/3lGyOXb

MARGUERITE BORNHAUSER WINS THE EMERGING PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR AWARD https://bit.ly/3wBaqNa

Nikon Corporation announcements https://bit.ly/3sS5mBM

Notice on Changes of Investment Ratio to Subsidiary Company https://bit.ly/3sR20ig

Notice Concerning Partial Amendments to the Articles of Incorporation https://bit.ly/3MVfGRD

Notice Concerning Revision of Compensation System for Directors https://bit.ly/3G8yVo9

NASDAQ: Nikon Revenues Increase Y/Y in Q4, Outlook Upbeat https://bit.ly/3wJmCu1

The 40th Leitz Photographica Auction is coming up on the 11th June 2022 https://bit.ly/3PPc4T5

3rd Party: The new Megadap ETZ21 Sony E to Nikon Z AF lens adapter coming soon https://bit.ly/3PvZ4S5

AstrHori 85mm f/2.8 TS-E macro tilt lens  coming for Nikon Z https://bit.ly/3NvAAXf

YONGNUO "YN 50mm F1.8 Z mount officially announced https://bit.ly/3PBaeow

ON1 Photo RAW 2022.5 is coming in June with Nikon Z9 support https://bit.ly/39KJAsS

Reviews: Z 28-75mm f/2.8 Lens review by Grays https://bit.ly/3LFyxhK

DSLRs RULE Livestream https://bit.ly/3lBrRqp

The First female football photographer Hy Money who tells a pioneering story. https://bit.ly/3NvB0wN

https://bit.ly/3wLHMro

Being a Premier League CLUB PHOTOGRAPHER Seb Frej https://bit.ly/3sQYlBe

https://bit.ly/3yVh42i

The Best Photography Grants and Scholarships in 2022 by Petapixel https://bit.ly/3PBZma1

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #canon #nikonz9

02 Mar 2022Z 800mm f/6.3 Lens at CP+, Z9 Prores RAW confirmed, 3rd party lenses a plenty - The Nikon Report #5800:31:22

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 58

Z 800 lens shown at CP+ presentation.https://bit.ly/35fICms

Some comments on the size and weight of the lens https://bit.ly/36PgEyx

Now Canon announced $17K 800mm F5.6, $20K 1200mm F8 lenses for RF mount https://bit.ly/3K06AAY

Nikon France May 9th Z 800 lens will be available for testing https://bit.ly/3K1jfDM

Z9 Coverage: MORE from CP+: There was also a talk about Nikon Z9 custom shutter sound beta firmware. https://bit.ly/3IyLkCe

According to YMCinema Nikon Confirms: The Z9 Will be Able to Record ProRes RAW in a Future Firmware Update https://bit.ly/3hwMVMF

TechRadar published an article called:

Nikon explains why the Z9 ditches the mechanical shutter – and why it's a big deal https://bit.ly/35AEKfU

Z9 TESTS IGOR TODISCO published a video on dynamic Range of Z9 https://bit.ly/3hqt4Pn

3rd Party: Yongnuo YN 85mm f/1.8Z DF DSM lens for Nikon Z-mount is coming soon as well https://bit.ly/35x2HVg

Cosina announces three new Voigtlander lenses for Nikon Z Mount. https://bit.ly/3BY9S57

https://bit.ly/36IQJZb

New: Meyer Optik Görlitz Trioplan 100mm f/2.8 II lens. https://bit.ly/3hoBW7Y

New 3rd party lens for Z mount has been announced: this time it is a KamLan 55mm f/1.4 https://bit.ly/3ta59Ji

Tokina released a SZX 400mm f/8 super tele reflex lens and 2x extender kit for Nikon F and Z mounts https://bit.ly/3JXNUSm

New Vello EXT-NZ autofocus extension tube set for Nikon Z https://bit.ly/35AFgum

Reviews: Camera Labs published a review of NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens https://bit.ly/3Iuieni

Viltrox 50mm 1.8 vs Nikon 50mm 1.8 S | Cheap One Any Good? Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3C1TwZ9

28mm & 40mm pancakes: on the streets of London https://bit.ly/3hp9UJB

Reviewing the Nikkor Z 18-140mm https://bit.ly/36Ez2de

Weekend Read & Watch

Grays Livestream with Matt Irwin at 12pm GMT

LINK

Gray’s Livestream with Special Guest Seth Miranda

https://bit.ly/3tg0iGO

The Z 9 and wedding photography with Nikon Ambassador Brett Florens

https://bit.ly/33ZieN6

Z 9 discussion with nature photographer Brad Hill at Nikon Canada YT

https://bit.ly/3sthpFJ

He also had a Wildlife Photography Ethics Discussion at The Cameras Store TV YT

https://bit.ly/3MaDWyX

And the last but no least: LensRentals published an article called:

A Brief History of Early Lenses: Part 1

https://bit.ly/3K7uniD

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z9

16 Feb 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #10 + ASMR intro 😏00:43:51

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon published the Q&A of Financial Results for the 3rd quarter of the year ending March 31, 2021 that was published on 4th February 

https://bit.ly/3u7ZeUK & http://bit.ly/3asH4VW


Nikkei Asia published an article back in November last year which states that Nikon plans reform to reduce reliance on key customer Intel. 

https://s.nikkei.com/37l4s5P  &  http://yhoo.it/3poNRUZ  & https://bit.ly/3tZu0PT


DF NOW OFFICIALLY DISCONTINUED IN UK https://store.nikon.co.uk/df-body-silver/VBA381AE/details


Production Suspensions

Nikon will be suspending production of some accessories on February 6th. The accessories involved are: MC-21A Remote, MC36A Remote, DG-2 Magnifier, and SD-9 External Power Supply for Speedlights. 

https://dslrbodies.com/newsviews-2/production-suspensions.html


Nikon Z6II & Z7 II can shoot 120 images a second https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qr9FRW9CMPE&feature=youtu.be#


Nikon UK School has been relaunched and is offering 20% off online courses booked before 31st March with code NIKONSCHOOLNEW20.

https://nikonschool.co.uk/calendar


For a limited time Nikon Japan is offering servicing to old SLR cameras and old manual lenses such as the Nikon F/F2/F3/FM/Nikomart

http://bit.ly/2NBMULG


Nikon Europe published 2 videos on their YouTube channel.


How to set up the Nikon Z 6II for Wildlife & Lowlight photography

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxJIkApEt9E&ab_channel=NikonEurope


How to set up the Nikon Z 7II for Landscape & Portrait photography https://bit.ly/37gBBQj


Kirk released BL-Z7II L-Bracket for Nikon Z 7II, Z 6II cameras

https://www.kirkphoto.com/camera-mounting/nikon/z-7ii-and-z-6ii.html


Rumours Category: Z30 is happening!  http://bit.ly/2Nchv2O


Editing photos with Nikon’s free Capture NX-D – is it worth saving money working with free software?

By Michael Eisenberg, Danish copy writer and photographer http://bit.ly/2NxolQa


REVIEWS


Photographer Geoff Livingston published his impressions on using Nikon Z7ii (and Z6ii) cameras http://bit.ly/2OFlF3r

Nikon Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.2 S compared to the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art and other lenses by photographer Dariusz Breś  http://bit.ly/3s1g5H2


Weekend READ & WATCH

Interview: Learn how robotics company MRMC puts cameras where photographers aren't allowed to go http://bit.ly/3ps6K9q


Making a Nikon EM Stereo Camera https://bit.ly/3u82OhE


How the 50-mm Lens Became ‘Normal’ http://bit.ly/3aqQotH


Photographing “The Wave” (Coyote Buttes North, Arizona) http://bit.ly/3jUtoX3


The Way I See It : An unprecedented look behind the scenes of two of the most iconic Presidencies in our history, Obama and Reagan, as seen through the eyes of renowned photographer Pete Souza https://amzn.to/3bbExP9

16 Feb 2022What's coming from Nikon in March? Z 400mm long wait list, New Firmware updates, Why Buy Manual Focus Lenses Now? - The Nikon Report #5600:25:22

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report #56

Photogpraphy News awards Grays of Westminster the Retailer of The Year Award

https://bit.ly/3GPvbGL

Nikon released new firmware updates for the Nikon Coolpix A900, Coolpix B700 and Coolpix W300 cameras

COOLPIX W300 Firmware

https://bit.ly/3Bo76Wc

COOLPIX A900 Firmware

https://bit.ly/36jQNyB

COOLPIX B700 Firmware

https://bit.ly/3rQ3GZu

Nikon Japan says that the wait time for the Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens could be up to 6 month

https://bit.ly/3GVhFRL

https://bit.ly/3BmUmPF

What’s coming in the next 2 month.

“Will Nikon Announce Something for CP+?” by Thom Hogan

https://bit.ly/3oK9YI7

Third Party News:

Cosina is rumoured to announce the first Z-mount lens: Voigtlander NOKTON D 35mm f/1.2 DX

https://bit.ly/3Bmhii1

The new Voigtlander APO-SKOPAR 90mm f/2.8 SL II S lens for Nikon F-mount is now available.

https://bit.ly/3GRzDF1

https://bit.ly/3pbtmy3

TTartisan released a new 23mm f/1.4 DX lens for Nikon Z-mount for at $99

https://bit.ly/3JwvmZs

Tascam CA-XLR2d-AN XLR Microphone Adapter Kit for Nikon Cameras is finally available for pre-order.

https://bhpho.to/34WXlCg

New Lightroom update:

https://adobe.ly/3ycuYcd

Reviews:

Ephotozine published a Nikon Z9 Camera Review

https://bit.ly/36jZvNj

Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S Review | Wild Dartmoor | Landscape Photography on Location with the Nikon Z7 by Julian Baird Photography YT

https://bit.ly/34XktAH

Moose Peterson published his  review  on The Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Lens

https://bit.ly/3uUEQJN

Which Mid-Range Zoom for You? By Thom Hogan (article)

https://bit.ly/3LFbKny

Nikon zfc | The Mirrorless DSLR by Chris Stewblue

https://bit.ly/3uS3meq

Weekend Read & Watch

Petapixel published an article called:

Photographer Captures ‘Space Photos’ in Parking Lot Gasoline Puddles

https://bit.ly/3oTyyWT

Photographing Iceland with a Nikon D810 and D850 Photographing Iceland with a Nikon D810 and D850 by James Rushforth (published on Nikon Rumours

https://bit.ly/3BnLcTh

This photographer John Biever  is the only person who’s shot all 56 Super Bowls. https://bit.ly/3JxN0fm

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #superbowl #z9

24 May 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #2100:48:04

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.  

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Production: Foteini Tasiopoulou  

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New Nikon Z Promotion in UK & Europe The promotion runs from 14 May until 19 July  https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product-category/nikon-z-mirrorless-camera-system/  Nikon released their 2021 fiscal year financial reports:  https://www.nikon.com/about/ir/ir_library/result/index.htm#y2021 https://www.nikon.com/about/ir/ir_library/result/pdf/2021/21_4qf_c_e.pdf https://www.nikon.com/about/ir/ir_library/result/pdf/2021/21_4qf_d_e.pdf https://www.nikon.com/about/ir/ir_library/result/pdf/2021/21_all_e.pdf https://www.irwebcasting.com/20210513/6/5e71d383fa/mov/main/index.html https://www.dpreview.com/forums/thread/4574851 https://bit.ly/3wrgfK0  

RUMOR: Nikon Has Discontinued Several F-Mount Lenses  https://asobinet.com/info-discon-af-s-28-300mmf-3-5-5-6g-ed-vr/ https://petapixel.com/2021/05/12/nikon-has-discontinued-several-f-mount-lenses-report/ https://www.bythom.com/newsviews/dslr-lens-discontinuation.html 

Cokin announced a new NX-Series 100mm filter holder system with support for the Nikkor Z 14-30mm f/4 lens   https://www.nx-series.com Viltrox will announce 6 new autofocus lenses for Nikon Z-mount (three APS-C and three full-frame)  https://nikonrumors.com/2021/05/16/viltrox-will-announce-6-new-autofocus-lenses-for-nikon-z-mount-3-x-aps-c-3x-full-frame.aspx/#ixzz6v6nFp842 https://viltroxstore.com/collections/camera-lens/z-mount 

This week we also saw a release of several 3rd party F mount lenses Zenitar 2.8/60 Macro & Selena 1.9/58  Zenitar 2.8/60 Macro  

Selena 1.9/58  https://bit.ly/2SjaD5H https://www.zenit.photo/catalog/obektivy/  

Nikon and bionic surface technologies Announce Joint Development Agreement https://www.nikon.com/news/2021/0511_01.htm  

REVIEWS:  Photography Life published the article which is called the Best Lenses for the Nikon Z7 / Z7 II   https://photographylife.com/best-lenses-nikon-z7-ii 

Read & Watch & Listen  

Technical: Your essential guide to Nikon on-camera flash by Nikon School  https://nikonschool.co.uk/hints-and-tips/your-essential-guide-to-nikon-on-camera-flash/ Nikon School also published an article on how to photograph a Lunar Eclipse. The next one (according to google) is scheduled for May 16, 2022, so there is plenty of time to prepare.  https://bit.ly/3u84C9d Nikon USA uploaded three new “interviews” (more like monologues) with Nikon engineers on the Nikkor Z 14-24mm, 24-70mm, and 70-200mm f/2.8 lenses via their YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_HWyLVaqBY&ab_channel=NikonUSA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lu7XwXT6xQ4&ab_channel=NikonUSA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8neptZJhQls&ab_channel=NikonUSA  

D.D.Duncan interview | Nikon 100th Anniversary on YT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3MLt6XRe0k 

A trailer for what looks like a wonderful film about Polaroid:  https://bit.ly/3wo4xjo

25 Jul 2023New Nikon Camera Registered, Retro ZF or Z6 iii? New Z6iii Rumors, Nikon Z8 The Strap Lug Drama - Nikon Report 12200:25:23

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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0:00 Intro 0:22 Z 70-180mm lens is shipping worldwide 1:55 New Nikon Camera Registered in Indonesia 5:07 Nikon Z6 iii wild rumours 11:35 Nikon Z7iii discussion 13:40 Z8 Strap Lugs Drama 19:02 Nikon Z8 Teardown by Kolari 20:00 Nikon NX Ready new details 20:52 Laowa Microscope Lens for Z Mount 21:55 Reviews 23:41 Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon Report 122

The new Nikkor Z 70-180mm f/2.8 lens is now shipping worldwide

https://tinyurl.com/2p8f5ckf

Order yours at Grays:

https://tinyurl.com/6tj45zj2

New Nikon Camera N2137 registered in Indonesia

https://tinyurl.com/yc54apuf

Nikon Z6III rumours from China

https://weibo.com/2424567755/Na0GTzUrL

https://tinyurl.com/ws9vw258

https://tinyurl.com/4r6kw7kx

New Drama: Nikon Z8 Broken or Loose Strap Lugs

https://tinyurl.com/mudad2x5

https://tinyurl.com/37vmaztx

What’s With Z8 Camera Straps? By Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/4jbcywma

NIKON Z8 TEARDOWN by Kolari

https://kolarivision.com/nikon-z8-teardown/

Additional information on the upcoming Nikon NX Ready smartphone app

https://tinyurl.com/mudad2x5

New: Venus Optics Laowa Aurogon FF 10-50x NA0.5 Supermicro APO microscope lens for Nikon Z and F mount

https://tinyurl.com/2ykh4vtf

Reviews

Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 lens review by Nicholas Frost

https://youtube.com/watch?v=-ciyzzmq3lw

Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 interchangeable lens review by Asobinet

https://asobinet.com/full-review-nikkor-z-dx-24mm-f-1-7/

NIKON 35Ti Review - Nikon's high-end autofocus titanium compact 35mm camera by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGWwzoak3U8

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #z8 #z6iii

07 Nov 2023Nikon Z9 is going the MOON? 🚀🌕 Z8 vs ZF Silent shutter, Voigtlander lenses on Nikon ZF, Z8 Recommended Memory Cards & more - Nikon Report 13600:25:17

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0:00 intro

0:20 Nikon USA November Offers

0:46 Nikon EU & UK Winter Savings

1:05 Nikon Z8 recommended memory cards

3:33 Is the Nikon Z9 going to the MOON?

6:54 Voigtlander lenses on Nikon ZF

9:15 Nikon ZF 3rd party Grip

10:42 Nikon Z8 vs ZF Silent shutter

15:14 Nikon Vertical Movie Award

16:30 Social Media vertical shooting discussion

19:32 Astrhori 28mm f/13 Macro Probe lens

21:04 Nikon ZF review by Ephotozine

22:52 Weekend Read & Watch


Nikon Report 136

Nikon USA rebates for November

https://nikonrumors.com/2023/11/03/nikon-usa-rebates-for-november.aspx/

UK & EU Nikon Winter Savings

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product-tag/nikon-winter-instant-savings/

Recommended Memory Cards For Nikon Z8 by Alik Griffin

https://alikgriffin.com/best-memory-cards-nikon-z8/

It seems that the Nikon Z9 camera is going to the moon

https://tinyurl.com/4esu3p4r

DC WATCH: Which Voigtlander interchangeable lens is perfect for Nikon Z f?

https://dc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/topic/special/1542465.html

Nikon ZF grip from 3rd parties

https://tinyurl.com/8hsk36mf

One Way the Zf is Different by Thom Hogan

https://www.zsystemuser.com/nikon-z-system-news-and/one-way-the-zf-is-different.html

“Nikon Presents - Vertical Movie Award 2024” begins accepting submissions

https://www.nikon-image.com/news/info/2023/1101_03.html

AstrHori 28mm f/13 2X macro probe lens for Nikon Z+F mount officially announced

https://tinyurl.com/yc7emd39

https://tinyurl.com/mwv4kysm

Nikon Zf Review by ePhotozine

https://www.ephotozine.com/article/nikon-z-f-review-36693

Nikon Z 135mm f/1.8 S 'Plena' lens review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfMHH6p_Cds

Nikon 600mm f/6.3 Field Test - This Lens Is Ridiculous! By Duade Paton

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gUkzHyOIdo

Nikon 600 PF Tests & Comparisons: Sharpness! AF Speed! Bokeh! VR! Focus Breathing! And More! By Steve Perry

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3JrkY6JFdA

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon Z9 + 4.1 Firmware: The New King Of Birding? By Steve Perry

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va1kNNGp7pU

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #nikonzf #nikonz

06 Jul 2022Nikon Z 400 f/4.5 S & Z30 1st REVIEWS & comparisons, BINOCULARS price hike - The Nikon Report 7400:21:50

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 74

Z 400mm f/4.5 vs  500mm f/5.6E VR specs comparison https://bit.ly/3NK49UJ

Z 400mm f/4.5 vs  Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S specs comparison https://bit.ly/3bRxrmR

Z400mm F4.5S. First look VS Z100-400 & 500mm PF by Ricci Talks https://bit.ly/3R9cS5H

Z 400mm f/4.5 - birds in flight with 1.4x by Morten Himler https://bit.ly/3RmQ82m

Z 400mm F4.5 First Look by DP Review https://bit.ly/3ylmyRR

Grays Livestream: New Nikon Announcements: A Group Therapy https://bit.ly/3NM0zJw

Nikon announced Creator’s Accessory Kit for Z30 https://bit.ly/3aio3bM

SmallRig also announced a whole new Accessory Ecosystem for Z30: https://bit.ly/3AsT7jQ

Z 30 Supported Memory Cards list https://bit.ly/3yhywfA

Z30 - Their Ideal 4K Vlogging Camera by Kai W https://bit.ly/3bRxG1f

Z30 📷 | Stunning 400mm F/4.5 VR S | They Are Official !!! by Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3Pa5DZD

Z 30 First Look by Jeven Dovey https://bit.ly/3urez4O

Nikon software updates: NX Studio https://bit.ly/3Iec5we

Picture Control Utility 2 https://bit.ly/3Atg2eB

NX Tether https://bit.ly/3adSSyn

Wireless Transmitter Utility https://bit.ly/3uuct43

Technical Service Advisory for users of Nikon Sport & Recreational Optics products https://bit.ly/3NKsc5K

Nikon: Communicating the value of our next-generation technologies https://bit.ly/3nIFkhn

3rd Party: Meike announced 50mm f/0.95 DX lens for Nikon Z-mount https://bit.ly/3NKsiu8

Venus Optics Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount https://bit.ly/3bKU9gx

Profoto announced A2 studio lighting  https://bit.ly/3OJXcUN

Seth Miranda using the new A2 flash https://bit.ly/3OJXfjr

Godox announced a new R200 ring flash https://www.godox.com/product-c/R200.html

https://bit.ly/3bFMUq6

Reviews:  Z 100-400mm vs 70-200mm f/2.8 with a TELECONVERTER? BY GRAYS https://bit.ly/3Ig9KRq

Tokina SZX 400mm F8 Reflex Review & 2X Extender KIT for Nikon Z mount. https://bit.ly/3IgCMQY

Weekend Read & Watch

NIKKOR - The Thousand and One Nights No.82 https://bit.ly/3nG475y

25 Years of Digital Photography: From Ugly to Awesome by Petapixel https://bit.ly/3yI7nDK

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #z30 #nikonz

14 Dec 2022Nikon VS RED lawsuit news, Sigma Z lenses, Capture One licence controversy, We talk World Cup, Ai, 3rd party lenses - Nikon Report 9500:40:26

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 95

RED vs. Nikon: Jury Trial is Set for January 2024

https://tinyurl.com/ymuteezv

RED Filed another RAW Patent 2 weeks ago

https://tinyurl.com/ymuteezv

More confirmation on Sigma to launching their first lenses for Nikon Z-mount in 2023

https://tinyurl.com/2c496nb6

Is There a System to the Z Mount? By Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/52ux3nd8

PhotonsToPhotos published the Nikon Z30 sensor measurements

https://tinyurl.com/kshdmp33

Nikon published a list of countries where Nikon Z equipment is produced

https://tinyurl.com/wrurrnja

The PetaPixel Awards: The Best of Photography in 2022

https://tinyurl.com/mrcuxub9

Everything you wanted to know about MidJourney

https://tinyurl.com/mvnhrsbx

Amateur Photographer GOOD SERVICE AWARDS 2022

https://tinyurl.com/448ydsa2

Photography News 2022 Awards

https://tinyurl.com/5d7j7cku

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2022 The People's Choice Award the voting is now open.

https://tinyurl.com/yempyuhr

3rd Party

TTartisan announced a 50mm f/1.4 TILT lens for Nikon Z-mount ($199!)

https://tinyurl.com/2p8f7nk2

AstrHori 18mm f/8 shift full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced

https://tinyurl.com/y6e92bue

Capture One is changing their perpetual licence

https://tinyurl.com/2vhc27ds

Reviews

The best cameras for wildlife photography (at 3 budgets) by DPReview

https://tinyurl.com/3rwu5vrn

The Lightweight Monster: Nikon Z 800mm f/6.3 VR 'S' by Christopher Frost

https://tinyurl.com/3c2mnk3r

Yongnuo YN85mm f/1.8 Z Review: High Performance on a Budget by PetaPixel

https://tinyurl.com/4yhvjp58

Yongnuo  YN50mm F1. Lens Review by Asobinet (translated)

https://tinyurl.com/yckv7mrm

58mm NOCT vs 50mm f/1.2 by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/2h4h2pzk

Weekend Read & Watch

WHY I use a DSLR for Street Photography & How (Nikon D850) by Samuel Streetlife

https://tinyurl.com/yt574z2s

The Street Photography of Jeremy Paige/Eatenbyflowers by Bryan Birks

https://tinyurl.com/2wr6hhsh

The Rotoloni Report 4: Nikon Rangefinder Prototypes by Mike Eckman

https://tinyurl.com/mwhv7wfy

Thanks for listening!

22 Dec 2021Nikon Z9 is finally shipping as well as lenses, More thoughts on Z 28-75 f/2.8 Lens, New firmware for D6, more 3rd party lenses are coming - The Nikon Report #4900:19:56

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report #49

Z9 SHIPPING UPDATES UPDATE:

https://bit.ly/3FlvFEt

Nikon Rumors says that the first Z9 batch that will start shipping next week will be very small – almost symbolic.

https://bit.ly/3eerzSK

Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S and 24-120mm f/4 S are now shipping and manuals now available online

Z 100-400

https://bit.ly/33EGSSD

Z 24-120

https://bit.ly/3ssi62H

Nikon Z 24-120/4 S - First Look, First Images | Image Downloads | Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5t46p-5hwU&ab_channel=MattIrwinPhotography

Z 28-85 discussion

https://bit.ly/33KxRYd

https://bit.ly/3mtsaV4

New Nikon D6 firmware released v.1.40

https://bit.ly/3JdHHCo

Picture Control Utility 2 was update for (Mac)

https://bit.ly/3qfKyCc

NX Studio also saw an update for mac

https://bit.ly/3mtIm8T

Nikon Japan also announced that they have resumed orders for the Nikkor AF-S 180-400mm f/4 ED TC VR lens as well as other items

https://bit.ly/3ssEE3d

Nikon Museum Released a "Nikon F5 25th Anniversary Watch"

https://bit.ly/3sxF74l

Tokina announced a 400mm f/8 mirror/reflex lens for Nikon Z and F mounts

https://bit.ly/3piK3Yy

Viltrox announced a $379 50mm F1.8 AF lens for Z-mount

https://www.dpreview.com/news/1348588439/viltrox-35mm-50mm-f-18-lenses

Yongnuo will soon announce a 50mm f/1.8 Z DF DSM mirrorless AF lens for Nikon Z-mount.

https://bit.ly/32s7KVi

TTartisan also will release their AF 32mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount soon.

https://bit.ly/3ySnAVi

Weekend Read & Watch

A creative journey with Felix Hernandez

https://bit.ly/3JbPmB6

Thanks for listening!

27 Sep 2023Nikon Z 135mm f/1.8S Plena Lens Announced, Nikon ZF the details you may have missed - Nikon Report 13000:35:37

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0:00 Intro

0:14 Nikon Z 135mm Plena announcement

5:03 135mm Plena Post announcement Discussion

14:07 Nikon ZF details you missed

16:15 Nikon ZF colors

19:12 Nikon ZF grip options

23:02 Nikon ZF Charger & battery

26:59 Nikon ZF 40mm kit delayed in Japan

28:50 Nikon ZF supported memory cards

29:57 Z 180-600 2nd batch delivery updates

30:30 Nikon Photo Contest winners announced

31:28 Nikon Software Mac OS and iOS support

31:55 Tamron 35-150 lens is shipping

32:12 TTArtisan 500mm lens announced for Z mount

33:51 Viltrox to announced 20mm f/2.8 for Z mount

34:07 Meike new lenses for Z mount


Nikon Report 130

Nikkor Z 135mm f/1.8 Plena announcement

www.nikon.co.uk


PRE-ORDER YOURS AT GRAYS:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-135mm-f-1-8-plena-pre-order-deposit/


Nikon Z f: New Focus-point stabilisation for photos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhZzRDPY8R4

https://imaging.nikon.com/imaging/information/products_history/

Colours (exclusive to Nikon Direct)

https://www.nikon-image.com/event/campaign/zf_premiumexterior/

ZF-GR1 Grip (is it japan only?)

https://www.nikon-image.com/products/accessory/body/120808310/

SmallRig L-Shape Handle for Nikon Z f 4262

https://www.smallrig.com/SmallRig-L-Shape-Handle-for-Nikon-Zf-4262.html

SmallRig Camera Cage for Nikon Z f 4261

https://www.smallrig.com/smallrig-camera-accessories-for-nikon-zf.html

EN-EL15 Series Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Compatibility

https://tinyurl.com/2m9c5854

Free Grip & Memory card on pre-order with Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikon-zf-body-pre-orders-now-open/

Nikon Direct in Japan announced a delay on ZF + 40mm SE delivery due to a large amount of orders.

https://shop.nikon-image.com/front/ProductVOA120AJ?cid=JDXNS202442

Z f Supported Memory Cards

https://www.nikonimgsupport.com/eu/BV_article?articleNo=000066686&lang=en_GB&setRedirect=true

Testing Nikon Zf in harsh conditions - 6 days in Norway by Morten Himler

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AgLBxyN9Yc

Nikon Zf. First look. Classic Full Frame by Riccia talks

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52e5euZw5oo

NIKON Zf HERE | EXPEED 7 | Images & Video | First Look At This Epic Retro Inspired Beauty Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raN7tirVmfA

Nikon Zf Full Frame Retro Style Camera: Hands On with Seth Miranda

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbQk-hdGFBk

Nikon at Photopia Hamburg showing of a ZF

https://tinyurl.com/yc4f9hvz

Second batch of Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lenses now shipping in the US

https://tinyurl.com/mpenj8u2

Nikon announced the winners of its 2023 Photo Contest 

https://www.nikon.com/company/news/2023/0921_npc_01.html

Slideshow: Nikon Photo Contest 2022-2023 winners by DPReview

https://tinyurl.com/yc2aw3j3

https://tinyurl.com/y5eb94ea

Nikon plans to test for New MAC OS Sonoma compatibility as well as iOS 17 compatibility.

https://tinyurl.com/2p9c4jpb

https://tinyurl.com/564e5r6w

3rd party:

The Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD lens for Nikon Z-mount is now shipping worldwide

https://tinyurl.com/23vcc5d7

​An ALL-ROUND success? TAMRON 35-150mm f/2-2.8 for Nikon Z first look by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bmQLvYgzTg

TTartisan announces a new 500mm f/6.3 telephoto lens for Nikon Z mount

https://ttartisan.myshopify.com/products/500mm?variant=43696849977506

Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount coming soon

https://tinyurl.com/2zpaff4m

New Meike lenses for Nikon Z-mount:

https://tinyurl.com/tamajja6

https://tinyurl.com/yubxcwbz

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #plena #nikonz


01 Dec 2021More Nikon Z9 News, Z9 Dual Stream Tech, Z shutter explained, FTZ II is shipping somewhere, NXMobile Air is out, more 3rd party Z lenses are coming - The Nikon Report #4600:20:54

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report #46

Z9 received a product of the year 2021 from DPReview Awards https://bit.ly/3FVJDNo

Z9 continues to be the best seller / pre-ordered camera for many photographic retailers https://bit.ly/3lmCxtd

China → Biggest market for Nikon https://bit.ly/3DhHXvQ https://s.nikkei.com/3poisnU

“Digital camera popularity revival in China“ Nikkei’s article https://s.nikkei.com/3poisnU

Nikon Z9: Dual-Stream Technology by Nikon USA https://bit.ly/3xGpjg6

How Does the Z9 Live View Work? by Thom Hogan https://bit.ly/3G5aerj

"Electronic" Shutter by Thom Hogan https://bit.ly/3rnFmhG

Shot on Nikon Z9| 8K HDR by Links TV https://bit.ly/3pf6dK9

The new Nikon FTZ II adapter is now shipping in some countries https://bit.ly/3rndlH3

Nikon NX MobileAir mobile app is now available for download. iOS: https://apple.co/3pl3yym Android: https://bit.ly/3EhFVgK Product page: https://bit.ly/3od18m9

NX MobileAir Uploading Pictures to an FTP Server Using NX MobileAir (Android) | Digitutor https://bit.ly/3lrOZbd

Nikon Z9 Portraits | Tethered Studio Test by  Matt Granger https://bit.ly/3dfvPAN

Updates from Nikon TECH Support: The latest snapbdridge v.2.8.2 with iOS 15 and iPadOS 15. Without any issues. https://bit.ly/3IbKETl

Webcam Utility software compatibility and troubleshooting guide has been released https://bit.ly/3FZFJTu

ZFC: Nikon EN-EL25 is starting to come through, at least in the USA.

LIM will soon release several cases for Nikon Z fc https://bit.ly/3lqABQD Gariz will also release a couple of cases soon https://bit.ly/3lsOkqe

Viltrox released silver edition of their 23mm/33mm/56mm f/1.4 APS-C autofocus lenses for Nikon Z-mount https://bit.ly/3lrPOAP

Venus Optics announced a new Laowa 85mm macro lens for Nikon Z-mount https://bit.ly/3FWeUzM

Reviews: Nikon Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 lens review with samples by Christopher Frost https://bit.ly/2ZHZfEG

Weekend Read & Watch

In Memoriam: Mick Rock, British photographer known as ‘The Man Who Shot the Seventies,’ dead at 72 https://bit.ly/3rxbYFX

Watch a documentary on the life of Mick Rock "SHOT! The Psycho -Spiritual Mantra of Rock" https://amzn.to/3Ee5zmt

In Memoriam: Tom Stoddart

INTERVIEW WITH TOM STODDART, 2016 https://bit.ly/3oaYMEm

Tom Stoddart obituary by Roger Hutchings at The Guardian https://bit.ly/3D8xoep

29 Sep 2021Still no Z9, Full Frame ZF prediction, Firmware Updates, Stonks & Photos from Space - The Nikon Report 3700:20:13

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report #37

Nikon UK offers Z6 and other cameras.

https://bit.ly/3maUNp6

NIKON INTRODUCES 2 NEW MONARCH BINOCULARS TO BRING THE BEAUTY OF NATURE TO LIFE

https://bit.ly/3FaZlom

Nikon released firmware updates for the Coolpix P950 and P1000 cameras

COOLPIX P950 Firmware

https://bit.ly/3zQBbM3

COOLPIX P1000 Firmware

https://bit.ly/3zKbT1W

Japanese website MYNAVI.JP predicts that Nikon will release a full frame ZF camera due to the success of the Zfc.

https://bit.ly/3ulbMsq

Nikon announced the Grand Prize winners of the Nikon Photo Contest 2020-2021.

https://bit.ly/2Yam0Ar

Finance: Nikon stock(NINOY): The Perfect Mix of Value and Rising Earnings Estimates?

https://bit.ly/3zRMuDo

Viltrox released new firmware updates for their Nikon Z-mount lenses

24mm f/1.8 firmware update

https://bit.ly/3zQFtmg

35mm f/1.8 firmware update

https://bit.ly/3maleey

Ilford announced several new products

https://bit.ly/3mapZVp

Reviews

Nikon Z fc Review by Imaging Resource

https://bit.ly/3CUDMX7

Weekend Read & Watch

The Lens Rentals Podcast: Roger Cicala Explains MTF Testing

https://apple.co/39QxI5e

Would you like to see some photos taken with Nikon in space? Check out a flickr page by NASA Johnson who is using D5 and bunch of lenses such as 28mm f/1.4E & 58mm f/1.4G

https://bit.ly/3kNejIJ

https://bit.ly/3kPaRO7

Nikon School UK a new course Remote Shooting trailer.

https://bit.ly/3a0QM17

Thanks for listening!

09 Nov 2022Nikon launches Black ZFc Camera & Z 40mm f/2 Retro Lens, will we get a Full Frame ZF soon? Z Mount licencing Sigma and who else? - The Nikon Report 9000:23:00

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Full list of links is here:

Nikon Report 90

Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 announcement.

www.nikon.co.uk

Grays awarded a Retailer of the Year by BPI NEWS.

Nikon Z9 also got award for “Product of The Year”

https://tinyurl.com/bdepbt84

Z 600 coverage:

Nikon Z 600mm F4 TC. First Look FT Morten Hilmer. & Sample images by Ricci Talks

https://tinyurl.com/3kmbhvmj

NEW Nikon 600mm TC Z-Series First Look Field Review! By Steve Perry

https://tinyurl.com/5ykdytcx

Steve Perry also published some sample shots on his blog.

https://tinyurl.com/5r6tcd8p

Nikkor AF-S 600mm f/4E FL ED VR vs. Nikkor Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S specifications comparison by Nikon Rumours

https://tinyurl.com/2zpyabts

MC-N10 coverage:

The Z9 Gets a Grip by Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/42rr5pur

Nikon released several tutorials on MC-N10 Grip

https://tinyurl.com/mub92smk

The Nikon MC-N10 Remote Grip is Here by Nikon USA

https://tinyurl.com/43n3tx82

Nikon Gets a Grip - NEW MC-N10 Grip Handy for Video Peeps by Kai W

https://tinyurl.com/3nh5xaef

“Nikon Mount Licensing” article by Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/mvn5j8tj

Nikon Support updated “Troubleshooting Checklist” article on their website.

https://tinyurl.com/32jm47p8

"Nikon Vertical Movie Award 2023" Call for entries:

https://tinyurl.com/42z3j9ad

https://tinyurl.com/bdehxz5m

Nikon Participated in Japan Bird Festival 2022

https://tinyurl.com/yn9bzetx

Nikon Corporation announces a new ultra-compact smart camera the "LuFact A2000"

https://tinyurl.com/yupf24u4

Nikon is continuing a Buy back of their open shares:

https://tinyurl.com/5hf26fej

3rd party:

CIPA September numbers

https://tinyurl.com/56zfh5w3

https://tinyurl.com/hydp436c

Weekend Read & Watch

New Nikon Announcements with Ricci Chera @Ricci Talks - Live Camera Chat by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/4xd3yssp

58mm NOCT lens with SmallRig Magic Fiz? By Grays

https://tinyurl.com/n9ctvhx6

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #zfc #photography

20 Jan 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #600:38:29

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MAIN STORIES OF THE WEEK

Update on Nikon UK stock stuck at EU border & expect more Nikon product delays due to the recent COVID-19 state of STATE OF emergency in Japan http://bit.ly/2Kv6I2i

How was your experience with NPS services in your country? Let us know in the comments below. http://bit.ly/35TJVob

List of Qualifying Equipment can be found in the link in description. https://www.nikonpro.com/ProductList.aspx

Nikon Canada to reduce warranty on all produce (starting February 1st) http://bit.ly/2LO85d8

D-SLR and Nikon Speedlight Compatibility (added D6 and D780)  https://bit.ly/3qBRw2J

Nikon Limited Warranty and Product Registration & Nikon Sport Optics Warranty Information (we guess this is to do with the shift from international warranties to regional) https://bit.ly/2M1F0KZ & https://bit.ly/3o1tk88


Nikon released new Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II setting guides for still photography

This is a quick guide for settings for different types for photography like sports, landscapes, Portraiture and general tips and tricks on taking photos.

https://bit.ly/39RO9hg


Sigma’s CEO confirms the possibility of making mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount http://bit.ly/39Msyai & http://bit.ly/38XNPi0


Venus Optics Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 mirrorless lens (APS-C) http://bit.ly/39H3m4I


Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 ultra-wide-angle mirrorless zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount. http://bit.ly/3p3aRtc


MapCamera announced their top sellers in JAPAN for 2020, and the Z7II knocked Sony from second place:


English version (from India): http://bit.ly/38XOsrS

Japanese Article: http://bit.ly/3qBTsZ3


The end of an era: Olympus confirms it's completed the sale of its imaging business to JIP http://bit.ly/35VN9rB


Samsung released a video on their S21 smartphone where they spend 3 minutes talking about how they achieved the black color finish on their phone.  


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQtVzO1Rs_w&ab_channel=Samsung


Capture One 21 version 14.0.2 released with support for the Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II cameras http://bit.ly/2KA8n6S


Fujifilm discontinues its Pro 400H color negative film in 35mm, 120 formats http://bit.ly/3o2k8QY


REVIEWS


Nikon Z7 II camera review at Amateur Photographer 4.5 stars out of 5:

http://bit.ly/3nYrK71


Nikon Z7 II BY EPHOTOZINE https://www.ephotozine.com/article/nikon-z7-ii-review-35163


Nikon Z7 II camera review at CameraJabber 4.5 out of 5 https://camerajabber.com/reviews/nikon-z7ii/


Nikon Z7 II camera review at DigitalCameraWorld 4.5 out of 5:

https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/reviews/nikon-z7-ii-review


Nikon Z7 II camera review at PhotographyBlog 4.5 out of 5: https://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/nikon_z7_ii_review


Shop Nikon Z 7II : https://bit.ly/shop_z7II


WEEKEND READ / WATCH


An Essay Only Nikon Shooters Will Appreciate by Christopher Malcolm at FStoppers  http://bit.ly/2Mb3TDS


The Path of the Little Samurai - The interview with Kazuto Yamaki, CEO, SIGMA Corporation  http://bit.ly/38XNPi0


NASA's HiRISE orbital camera captures enlightening close-up shots of Martian surface  http://bit.ly/3p5aHl6


VIDEOS:


Watch an Expert Woodworker Build a Traditional Large Format Camera  http://bit.ly/3qCPgrY


Behind the Film - Inside the ILFORD factory  https://bit.ly/39SjgcE

20 Dec 2022Nikon Z9 Service Notice - Check your serial number, Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 lens is on the way - The Nikon Report 9600:22:31

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

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Nikon Report 96

Nikon Z9 Camera Service Notice https://tinyurl.com/5n8hvu7u

https://tinyurl.com/dkc747f5

Nikon Z9 serial number checker https://tinyurl.com/5f9nb4t6

A Nikon Rumours reader buys a Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.8 S lens, gets a warranty for a “Z 85/1.2 S” lens https://tinyurl.com/yhu4shzz

https://tinyurl.com/5h5wmcxf

Nikon re-announced a release of the NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 (SE) for some reason. https://tinyurl.com/3pps4mav

Nikon released NX MobileAir version 1.1.0 https://tinyurl.com/bp8c77ws

New version of Nikon CCD colour mode 3a and 1a presets released

DPReview discussion: https://tinyurl.com/3rrdbxss

Nikon Rumours article: https://tinyurl.com/2s37ydkd

Nikon issued a macOS Ventura Compatibility Announcement https://tinyurl.com/5n7nmzdk

Digimedia Tech patent infringement lawsuit against Nikon thrown out: DigiMedia Tech patent held invalid https://tinyurl.com/3w8wmtwb

https://tinyurl.com/367rpy2f

Full final decision (legal speak): https://tinyurl.com/bde5epzk

Nikon announced a merge BtoB business in China

https://www.nikon.com/news/2022/1215_01.htm

Nikon has been selected for Global ESG Index https://www.nikon.com/news/2022/1213_djsi_01.htm

3rd party

Pergear announced a new 14mm f/2.8 ultra-wide angle manual focus full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount https://tinyurl.com/e6p6br79

Irix released a new version of their 150mm T3.0 macro 1:1 cine lens for Nikon Z mount. https://tinyurl.com/5ybayeam

Venus Optics announced a new Laowa Magic Shift Converter https://tinyurl.com/3k9aru8h

https://tinyurl.com/3sf8zwpn

Reviews

Nikon Z 9 | My Thoughts After The First Year by Matt Irwin https://tinyurl.com/bdesbdcm

Nikon Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S Field Test by Photography Life https://tinyurl.com/4f3xw8fs

Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Review: Telephoto For Travelers https://tinyurl.com/yc2x3w2y

TESTING Tamron's New Z 70-300mm lens by Grays https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5dwx

Meyer Optik 35mm f/2.8 Trioplan II Review: Bokeh is Front and Center by Petapixel https://tinyurl.com/4afus26s

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #photography #nikonz9

25 Apr 2023Nikon Z8 The Final Stretch, Voigtlander Z 40mm vs 50 f/1, Flashguns back in stock - Nikon Report 11000:17:20

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

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Nikon Report 110


Nikon Z8 Rumours roundup:

https://tinyurl.com/s2udrv83

Last week Nikon Pakistan had a Nikon Z8 in their lineup.

https://tinyurl.com/3ha566r7

Nikon Q2070 digital camera prototype appears in Nikon trading data with HCL Technologies Ltd. India

https://tinyurl.com/4y44vmdz

Nikon Z8 Specs recap

https://tinyurl.com/bdkvt835

Nikon Products Receive the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2023

https://tinyurl.com/5xkcz2r6

All Nikon flashguns are back in stock in the US.

https://tinyurl.com/455wapz2

Nikon resumes dealer orders for Z 100-400 Lens and SC-29 TTL cable in Japan.

https://tinyurl.com/3up9fape

Nikon Corp Has decided to raise the base salaries of its employees by an average of 2.7% (approximately 10,000 yen) from July this year. 

https://tinyurl.com/muaytmd7

3rd Party:

The new Voigtlander NOKTON 55mm f/1.2 SLIIs lens for Nikon F-mount will start shipping in May

https://tinyurl.com/bdaf6wd9

Meike announced a new 85mm f/1.4 STM full-frame mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://tinyurl.com/4rnt4pt7

NAB 2023 Recap: New Products, Show Highlights, & More by Adorama blog

https://tinyurl.com/4jkkuyb8

Reviews

Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S review by Digital Camera World

https://tinyurl.com/yc4b58tx

Nikon Z DX 12-28mm PZ. First Look. Power Zoom options by Ricci Chera

https://tinyurl.com/39xz33en

London Borough Market Street Photography with Voigtlander 50mm f/1.0 Nokton Lens for Nikon Z Mount by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/4764w293

40mm f/1.2 Voigtlander for Nikon Z - FIELD TEST by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/mr3zkcbr

DXO mark published a review on Yongnuo 35mm f/2 lens. 

https://tinyurl.com/5n8d46sr

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #z8 #z9

31 Mar 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #1600:25:03

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.


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SHOW NOTES


Nikon’s CFO: at least 12 new lenses planned for the next 12 months


https://nikonrumors.com/2021/03/22/nikons-cfo-

at-least-12-new-lenses-planned-for-the-next-12-months.aspx/#ixzz6qUNMCxLJ


https://www.dpreview.com/news/6880586255/nikon-expects-profitability-plans-to-release-more-z-mount-lenses-by-2022


New Nikon EN-EL18d battery registered in Russia

https://nikonrumors.com/2021/03/24/new-nikon-en-el18d-battery-registered-in-russia.aspx/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NikonRumors+%28NikonRumors.com%29


The Japanese Sankeibiz (translated) published some new data on the total number of cameras produced in 2020:


https://www.sankeibiz.jp/business/news/210326/bsc2103260554004-n1.htm


Jessops calls in administrators for second time in just over year

https://www.theguardian.com/business/2021/mar/26/jessops-calls-in-administrators-for-second-time-in-just-over-year



https://nikonrumors.com/2021/03/26/new-data-total-number-of-canon-sony-and-nikon-cameras-produced-in-2020.aspx/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NikonRumors+%28NikonRumors.com%29


Nikon updated a troubleshooting guide for Z series cameras.


https://www.nikonimgsupport.com/eu/BV_article?articleNo=000043424&lang=en_GB&setRedirect=true


Sea & Sea released a water housing for Z6 II & Z 7II cameras

https://www.seaandsea.jp/products/digital_slr/mdx-z7%E2%85%A1/


Yoshimi camera released a clip filter for Nikon Z cameras which is installed inside the camera. (japanese translated)


https://dc.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/1313459.html#04_l.jpg


Urban Hubs Are No Longer a Living Requirement for Creative Success


Weekend Read & Watch

The World Nature Photography Awards (WNPAs) recently announced the winners and runners up for their 2020 competition.


https://www.worldnaturephotographyawards.com/winners-2020



Video: Recording bouncy bugs with a Phantom camera at 73,000 fps to see how they move


https://www.dpreview.com/news/7141343329/video-recording-bouncy-bugs-with-a-phantom-camera-at-73-000-fps-to-see-how-they-move




Elliott Erwitt: ‘In my 90s, my work looks different than I’ve ever seen it before’


https://www.ft.com/content/dc59eb12-af50-40b5-9bdc-edff7bf86385




100 Camera Angles, Shots and Movements in Filmmaking by Wolfcrow


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHCczVsQj-w&ab_channel=wolfcrow



https://petapixel.com/2021/03/22/urban-hubs-are-no-longer-a-living-requirement-for-creative-success/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+PetaPixel+%28PetaPixel%29






24 Nov 2021Z9 Shipping Update, Compatible Memory Cards, RAW comparison, Z 28mm f/2.8 modern version release, Amazon vs Visa, Becky & Kon speak to Ryan Troy, Joe McNally cameo - The Nikon Report #4500:25:07

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese 

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

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Nikon Report #45

Black Friday

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk

Joe McNally workshop

https://bit.ly/3FKoXaP

Nikon Owner Christmas Event with Joe McNally

www.nikonownermagazine.com

Nikon releases the NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8 mirrorless lens

https://bit.ly/3oW7l5i

Yahoo Japan also reports a large number of Nikon Z9 pre-orders, their estimate is 700,000 units which is plain wrong.

https://bit.ly/3loaSsf

https://bit.ly/3xg4fNa

Nikon Z9 and Z100-400mm developer interview

https://bit.ly/3FGu0cn

Nikon published a list of Z9 Supported Memory Cards

https://bit.ly/3l5mIat

The Nikon Z9 PDF brochure can be downloaded here.

https://bit.ly/3DPlE1Q

Nikon Z9 Raw Formats Compared by Matt Granger

https://bit.ly/3nJONpp

Nikon Z9 expected to start shipping on December 15th (according to Adorama & B&H in the US)

https://bit.ly/3HQBsUb

Nikon released Windows 11 compatibility list for their software packages

https://bit.ly/3AuUYBP

Nikon was selected for Global ESG Index, Dow Jones Sustainability Indices “DJSI World” and “DJSI Asia Pacific” for the fourth consecutive year.

https://bit.ly/3FLxQBf

Fotodiox Pro Fusion Mamiya 7 to Nikon Z smart adapter

https://bit.ly/3xh1ISL

Discontinued: Fujicolor 100 (24 Exposures) and Fujicolor SUPERIA PREMIUM 400 (27 Exposures)

https://bit.ly/3cLLMOU

Amazon vs Viza in the UK

https://bit.ly/3nITks1

Reviews

Introducing the NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f / 4.5-5.6 VR S Railroad photographer Yasushi Sukegawa | by Nikon Japan

https://bit.ly/3r53ghW

Nikon Z 24-120mm F4 S Review by Taylor Jackson

https://bit.ly/3oRR2pX

Nikon Z 40mm f/2 lens review with samples by Christopher Frost

https://bit.ly/3FIPdCu

Weekend Read & Watch

Becky & Kon Ryan Troy Interview

Nikon Z7ii Z6 Firmware Update | Z8 & Z9 | 3.40 Update | @Grays of Westminster

https://bit.ly/3FByZuW

Grays visits: Analogue Wonderland! At Grays of Westminster YT channel

https://bit.ly/3CJhcjF

Thanks for listening!

28 Jul 2021Nikon Zfc released or delayed? Z 105 Micro review, New Firmware & Software updates, Nikon at Tokyo Olympics, Velvia discontinued in USA, Ilford film price increase, Nikon & Sharp Collaboration, etc..01:00:37

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

The Nikon Report #30

Nikon Zfc was officially released in Japan on 23rd of July. 

Nikon Z fc camera and Nikkor Z 28mm f/2.8 lens kit release postponed https://bit.ly/3C0hbc6

Map cameras published a Zfc interview. https://bit.ly/3zHyzQQ

Nikon’s not yet announced camera N2014 registered in Indonesia https://bit.ly/3l55tXF

Xitek published an interview with Nikon discussing Micro lenses. https://bit.ly/3j0Vyj9

Nikon updated the Micro Lens information. https://bit.ly/3rGUDYR

Nikon Released the firmware updates for Z5, Z6 II & Z7II cameras 

Z 7II Firmware https://bit.ly/3zMwCmm

Z 6II Firmware https://bit.ly/3BSOmxW

Z 5 Firmware https://bit.ly/3f1DKTB

Further firmware updates for Z6II & Z7II cameras are rumored to be released in September https://bit.ly/3jdlEj9

In anticipation of Nikon Zfc release the company updated a few bits of software with support for the camera and updated some other features.

NX Studio https://bit.ly/2Wjs2xd

Wireless Transmitter Utility https://bit.ly/3xgo1qo

Picture Control Utility 2 https://bit.ly/37cHfSR

Webcam Utility (Windows)  https://bit.ly/3yaxjp9

NIKON RUMORS PUBLISHED THE PHOTOS OF Nikon gear room at the Tokyo Olympic Games 2021 shot by Vincent Kalut @vkalut https://bit.ly/3f5kbd4

Nikon product spare parts in the UK are now sold by Fixation ONLY. https://bit.ly/3rBIqVy

Nikon and Sharp Announce Joint Development Agreement https://bit.ly/2VjNdP9

Nikon opened "Nikon BioImaging Lab". https://bit.ly/3rCMNzH

Chip Shortages Are Starting to Hit Consumers. Higher Prices Are Likely published by Wall Street Journal https://on.wsj.com/3f5D7IJ

Capture One released version 14.3. Here are the main improvements. https://bit.ly/3BSXhPZ

Film News

Fujichrome VELVIA 100 Discontinued in USA as it Contains Prohibited Toxic Substanceshttps://bit.ly/3BMGn5E

Price adjustments incoming from the UK’s ILFORD Photo https://bit.ly/2WlV7YS

Kosmo Foto recently announced their Kickstarter for a new film stock https://bit.ly/2UOAyEh

Reviews: Nikon Z7 IBIS performance test. https://bit.ly/376NOXi

Best Full Frame Landscape Camera – Sony a7R IV vs. Nikon Z7 II by DPreview YT channel. https://bit.ly/373ufiu

And finally THOM Hogan published his review of Nikon 105mm f/2.8 Lens  https://bit.ly/37cI4ep

Unlock the future with the power of light https://bit.ly/3BS4Tm0

Designer's Voice Vol.3 article was published by Nikon. https://bit.ly/2TJBskS

Nikon Z 85mm vs 105mm vs 70-200mm Royal | Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3ibxoDs

Thanks for listening!


14 Sep 2021Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 officially announced! FTZ 2 coming? Big Zfc coverage! No sign of Z9, Photography Show & More! - The Nikon Report #3500:55:31

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese 

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Nikon Report #35

New Nikon FTZ2 adapter confirmed https://bit.ly/3hxwTCU

Nikon to release the Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 lens very soon https://bit.ly/3nsMfwe

The Nikon Report 2021 is out https://bit.ly/3Cd7B4N https://bit.ly/398G8Vy

ZFC Coverage: Nikon Japan: Z fc + 28mm lens kit will be released on October 1st https://bit.ly/3kaotTx

SmallRig announced new L-shape grip and half case with strap for Nikon Zfc cameras https://bit.ly/3loCKeN https://bit.ly/2XnnV44

Nikon released a firmware update for D6 version 1.32 https://bit.ly/2Xq0J5l

Nikon Japan officially discontinued a "COOLPIX B600" https://bit.ly/3Eh9mj8

Nikon also temporarily suspended taking orders for some products https://bit.ly/2XisVas

Nikon Museum in Tokyo launched a Special exhibition called "Nikon F2 50th Anniversary Cine Nikkor". https://bit.ly/3nx839X https://bit.ly/3Cfj5Vh

Nikon received the “Red Dot Award: Brands & Communication Design 2021” for the NX Studio software https://bit.ly/3CaJZ0x

Nikon announces 4 new European Ambassadors https://bit.ly/3k8sLLh

Nikon plans to sell some stocks https://bit.ly/3nuPaVa https://bloom.bg/396QepL https://bit.ly/3hR73Kn

Tamron released a new firmware for the Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD lens which should solve the compatibility issues with Nikon Z cameras. https://bit.ly/3nxRU4f

New Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 AF lens for Nikon Z-Mount is now available for pre-order https://bit.ly/2XtLxEd

Venus Optics announced Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF full-frame mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount https://bit.ly/3Ad5L3m

The July CIPA numbers have been released. https://bit.ly/2XgL6Nk https://bit.ly/3ATVwSa

Nikon Speaker Schedule Announced For The Photography Show 2021https://bit.ly/3nuPJyg

Nikon related Talks at the Photography Show:https://bit.ly/3li98zK https://bit.ly/399ARwJ

Nikon Owner Promotion for TPS https://www.nikonownermagazine.com

PhotoPlus 2021 in the US has been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns. https://bit.ly/3Ccg601

Thanks for listening!

01 Dec 2020The Nikon Report - Pilot Episode00:28:07

Konstantin Kochkin & Becky Danese of Grays of Westminster bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements. 

Production: Foteini Tasiopoulou

and more >> Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wZoq4EfG3Tc


12 Jan 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #500:35:36

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Production: Foteini Tasiopoulou

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Notice regarding transition from international warranties for interchangeable lenses and accessories

Nikon will no longer provide an international warranty for NIKKOR interchangeable lenses (F mount and Z mount lenses, mount adapters, etc.) and accessories (Speedlights, etc.), but will provide instead local warranties specific to the country or region of sale, or shipping destination.

In addition, some countries and regions may be unable to accept products sold in other countries or regions for repair. Please consult with the Nikon Service Centre, or a retailer or distributor in the applicable country or region.

For more information regarding this matter, contact customer support.

https://bit.ly/3bypst1

https://bit.ly/3bCLcnp

Japan list of discontinued lenses expands - possible soon to be discontinued in rest of world

Many thanks to Mike Powell for bringing this to our attention via a Nikon Gear forum:

http://bit.ly/2N0C3uH

The webpage literally translates to ‘discontinued F mount lenses’ and includes a section at the bottom that states:

The products listed here are no longer available in Japan.

http://bit.ly/3sj5kkh

Lenses include the 85mm f/3.5VR DX Micro and the 17-55mm f/2.8G, along with the 10-24mm, 12-24mm DX, all of the AF D lenses and Nikon Manual Focus lenses.

NOOR and Nikon Europe are delighted to announce the first online Nikon-NOOR Academy that will take place in Spring 2021

http://bit.ly/38F0GFq

Nikon shop direct Japan (Mention to Gray)

https://bit.ly/3sn8zaK

November CIPA numbers

http://www.cipa.jp/stats/dc_e.html

http://bit.ly/2XBgm6o

NiSi HAS OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCED IT’S 15mm f/4 wide-angle manual focus full-frame mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount

http://bit.ly/35D6c9Y

Sirui has announced 24mm f/2.8 1.33x anamorphic APS-C lens for Nikon Z cameras.

https://cf.sirui.com/lens/Anamorphic/sr24mm.html

Capture One will add support for the Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II cameras at the end of the month

Capture One also will increase their prices on January 11, 2021 (you can still make a purchase and lock in the old prices):

Read more: http://bit.ly/3ijeE3n

REVIEWS

Ephotozine 50mm f/1.2 S review score 5/5 http://bit.ly/35BXhW9

Richard Haw published his review on 50 f/1.2 S http://bit.ly/3bA0ZDw

Cameralabs 50mm f/1.2 S review http://bit.ly/39qNC5V

Digital Camera world 50mm f/1.2 S http://bit.ly/2Kdd5Y2

DPReview TV: Nikon Z7 II review http://bit.ly/3oCUmny

Weekend Read:

The Absolute beginner’s guide to film photography: Part 1 - Getting started http://bit.ly/2XxYMjA

Marc Roberts Motion Control - polimotion stage https://www.mrmoco.com/volumetric-capture/polymotion-stage/

Video: A behind-the-scenes look at how Kodak manufactures its film http://bit.ly/39uXN9u


15 Nov 2021We interview Rob MacNiece The Head of Nikon Professional Services in the UK and talk about Nikon Z9 & New Lenses - The Nikon Report Extra00:14:45

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese 

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Send us your news / rumours or contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk


Rob MacNeice - The Head of Nikon Professional Services in the UK spent a day at Grays of Westminster chatting to our customers about the new Nikon releases. He also had a Nikon Z9 with him to give a first hands on with camera to our clients.

Becky & Konstantin took that opportunity to speak to Rob to discuss his thoughts on the new announcements as well as his experience with the camera.

Thanks for listening!

12 Sep 2023Nikon ZF coming NEXT WEEK? Rational vs irrational buyers, which one are YOU? Polarid I-2 discussion and Nikon Z8 stock updates - Nikon Report 12800:23:24

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk


0:00 Intro

0:20 Nikon USA rebates

0:51 Nikon Z8 stock updates

2:51 Nikon ZF is coming next week?

3:45 Nikon Z teleconverters Q&A

4:58 MRMC announced new gizmo

6:46 Nikon stand at Bild Expo at NYC

7:11 Nikon Corp news

9:09 ProGrade announced 1st CFExpress 4.0 cards

10:55 SmallRig  

11:46 Z 70-180 review by ePhotozine

12:51 Rational vs Irrational purchases

15:07 More Nikon Reviews

16:35 Weekend Read & Watch

17:02 Polaroid I-2 release discussion

21:15 New issue of Nikon Owner magazine is OUT NOW


Nikon Report 128

New Nikon rebates in the US: many popular lenses are now on sale (up to $300 off)

https://tinyurl.com/23uhw3nv

Nikon Z8 back in stock in the US. Still in short supply in the UK and EU

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikon-z8-body/

https://tinyurl.com/5n8t8hjm

Rumours: The Nikon Zf camera could be announced on September 20th

https://twitter.com/camerainsider/status/1701113385327403079

What is a Teleconverter and can I use it with my camera and lens?

https://tinyurl.com/yc2zwund

Z teleconverters TC-1.4x and TC-2.0x Q&A

https://tinyurl.com/mumaxxbx

MRMC (a Nikon company) announced a new SR-1 small photo/video robotic pan-tilt head

https://www.mrmoco.com/broadcast-solutions/sr-1-small-robotic-head/

https://tinyurl.com/3nxya446

Nikon booth at the Bild Expo

https://tinyurl.com/33s8p4mt

Nikon Corp News:

https://www.nikon.com/company/news/

Nikon announced 4 new brand Ambassadors 

https://tinyurl.com/3exfk64y

ProGrade Digital announced the first CFexpress version 4.0 Type B memory card and reader

https://tinyurl.com/bdcrnbfu

SmallRig Rotatable Horizontal-to-Vertical Mount Plate Kit for Nikon Specific Z Series Cameras 4306

https://tinyurl.com/c6e2d9yh

Reviews:

Nikon Nikkor Z 70-180mm f/2.8 Lens Review by Ephotozine

https://www.ephotozine.com/article/nikon-z-70-180mm-f-2-8-lens-review-36620

New Z Lens 35-150mm F/2-2.8 EPIC Allrounder Tamron? | First Look | Images & Video | Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqgtzw6bzR4

The ONE LENS I always choose for Hiking (24-200 review) by Nigel Danson

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_p1lfnwelRU

Weekend Read & watch

ON THE STREETS - Nikon 26mm vs 28mm f/2.8 pancake lens comparison by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVOfIygryaE

Paulie B Street Photography YouTube Channel (highly recommended by Kon)

https://www.youtube.com/@PaulieB/videos

The Story behind the Polaroid I-2 Instant Camera by Palaroid

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3nTs5idQvqE

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonzf #polaroid


31 Jan 2023Has Nikon given up on Flash? Z50 Firmware, Tamron is building another Factory - The Nikon Report 10000:24:20

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 100

Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 SE is shipping and in stock in Europe & UK

https://tinyurl.com/yu63mcam

Z 50 Firmware ver. 2.40

https://tinyurl.com/3wypj4a9

Wireless Transmitter Utility (Mac) v.1.9.9

https://tinyurl.com/67bf5sn6

Nikon Japan announced the discontinuation of the Speedlight SB-500 flash and suspension of orders for the Speedlight SB-5000 flash.

https://tinyurl.com/bdhdjavu

https://tinyurl.com/4va7sry3

Speedlights Disappear by Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/57ff2na7

Nikon announced collaborations with Nissin and Profoto (11.11.2021)

https://tinyurl.com/4yyrruxd

Nikon & Nissin collaboration Q&A

https://tinyurl.com/2p84ydsx

Official 3rd party Flashgun options (with support from Nikon):

Nissin MG60

https://tinyurl.com/yh3e49m3

Nissin MG80Pro

https://tinyurl.com/2s49fs27

Profoto A10 $1095

https://tinyurl.com/4kb28pee

Other non official options options (reverse engineered)

Godox V860III TTL flash $229

https://tinyurl.com/2s4y9nar

Yongnuo YN685 II N TTL Speedlite for Nikon $130

https://tinyurl.com/yckx4xeb

Yongnuo YN565EX III $120

https://tinyurl.com/35yh6ce7

YONGNUO YN968N $150

Meike MK-420N TTL flash for Nikon cameras $55

https://tinyurl.com/4ymxdmff

Nikon support updated the article on Remote Camera Control Software support.

https://tinyurl.com/mtjssaee

Nikon Z30 silicone protection covers.

https://tinyurl.com/es9kekzd

Nikon D750 camera hits 1,000,000 clicks

https://tinyurl.com/ywwd7wm7

Tamron has announced plans to build a new factory in Vietnam .

https://tinyurl.com/457as686

Centre for British Photography opens to the public!

https://tinyurl.com/yckjfemc

https://tinyurl.com/mtuytn5e

Reviews

40mm f/1.2 Voigtlander for Nikon Z - FIELD TEST by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/mr3zkcbr

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #photography #news

24 Mar 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #1500:47:02

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.


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SHOW NOTES


New Nikon products announcement coming soon


https://bit.ly/3chCRpb


AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens discontinued?


Nikon rumors received multiple reports about a recent response from Nikon UK/EU support indicating that the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens is already discontinued  https://bit.ly/2Pn1k3k


AS-15 and MH-66 orders have been stopped due to production issues.

https://bit.ly/3chEpiZ


New Nikon products announcement coming soon

https://bit.ly/3chCRpb


Nikon NPS layoffs in USA & Canada

https://bit.ly/3vX87kY


Japan announced the end COVID-19 emergency in the 3 prefectures of Tokyo on March 21. 


Softbank and Nikon succeed in demonstrating "tracking optical wireless communication technology" capable of 360-degree tracking for the first time in the world

https://www.nikon.co.jp/news/2021/0318_01.htm


Nikon Introduces the microfocus X-ray CT (Computed Tomography) system, the “XT H 225 ST 2x”.


https://www.nikon.com/news/2021/0316_x-ray_01.htm


Nikon KeyMission 360 firmware update version 1.6 released


https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/395.html


The Nikon Z24-70 ... Why Are there 2 in my Kit? By Moose Peterson

https://bit.ly/3rpN73b


Nikon Z6ii and Z7ii Wildlife Photography Review


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqKaUjjaA70&ab_channel=StevePerry


Weekend READ & WATCH


Education:

Nikon School UK published “Your essential guide to Autofocus”


https://nikonschool.co.uk/hints-and-tips/your-essential-guide-to-nikon-autofocus/


Thom Hogan released a Complete Guide to the Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II cameras. You can purchase it from him directly. 


https://www.zsystemuser.com/z-system-books/complete-guide-to-the-nikon-4.html


Clubhouse for Photographers: Social Media as We Know It is About to Change  https://bit.ly/3vUISjy


The World Photography Organization has released the list of photographers chosen as finalists and shortlisted in the Professional competition for the Sony World Photography Awards 2021  https://bit.ly/2QzAuFT


Nominees were recently announced for the 64th annual World Press Photo Contest   https://bit.ly/3lIuPJ8


The absolute beginner's guide to film photography: the 'Sunny 16' rule or how-to expose with no meter   https://bit.ly/3tN8UmO


THE HISTORY OF FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY - A Documentary by Fashion Industry Broadcast on YouTube.  https://bit.ly/3tSYj9N

07 Nov 2024Nikon Z50II is here, how is the spec? State of DX, Z 28-135mm f/4 Lens discussion - Nikon Report 15000:23:23

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements. Pre-order your Nikon Z50II at Grays and get free MH-32 charger & 128GB SD memory card:

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08 Aug 2023New Nikon Z8 Service advisory - check your lugs. What do WE want from GEN 3 Cameras. Nikon ZF new rumours - Nikon Report 12400:39:06

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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0:00 Intro

0:16 Nikon Z8 Service Announcement

7:48 Random announcement rumours

8:28 Nikon ZF listed shortly on Nikon Japan Direct

8:52 Nikon Retro ZF secret meeting

10:35 Nikon ZF rumored specs

17:41 Nikon Rumors Z6 II & Z7 II rumours WHY?

18:53 What do we want from Gen 3 cameras

33:35 Nikon NX Studio update

33:58 MRMC new Robot hand announced

35:54 Pergear New 60mm lens for Z Mount

36:44 Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon Report 124

To Users of the Nikon Z 8 Mirrorless Camera (measures to correct the camera strap eyelet issue)

https://tinyurl.com/5n6f9bp8

Nikon announcement next week, not about new products

https://tinyurl.com/2uncmnh2

ZF was briefly listed on Nikon Direct Japan website

https://tinyurl.com/yxtzdtvv

ZF presentation was held on the 2nd of August in EU

https://tinyurl.com/ycx599bm

Nikon is also rumored to release a major autofocus firmware update for the Nikon Z6II and Z7II cameras alongside the new Zf.

https://tinyurl.com/yc5xwfar

Another Way of Looking at Z Product Launches by Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/2p25ew5t

Nikon NX Studio version 1.4.1 released

https://tinyurl.com/3pdybm9d

MRMC (a Nikon company) announced a new Cinebot Mini flexible live-action camera robot.

https://www.mrmoco.com/introducing-the-new-cinebot-mini/

Pergear 60mm f/2.8 II full-frame ultra-macro lens for Nikon Z-mount priced at $199

https://tinyurl.com/33j6m8k7

Weekend Read & Watch

A Look Inside Nikon’s Gorgeously Designed Flagship Stores in China by Petapixel

https://tinyurl.com/6pjcf4sv

Lightweight telephoto Nikon lens perfect for every day use - Z 70-180mm f/2.8 first look review! By Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXvV6pmV8MM

Nikon Live Camera Chat - What's Your Controversial Photography Opinion? - Solo Stream by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJKUiubV7z0

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z8 #zf



09 Dec 2021Pro's are finally getting their hands on Z9, Z 24-120 first look, Nikon Holiday Gift Guide, CIPA October Numbers, Why DX matters, New Capture One 22, New 3rd Party Lenses - The Nikon Report #47 00:32:16

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report #47

Nikon News

Z9 coverage: Pros are getting the cameras for extensive tests.

Thom Hogan announced that Nikon USA has provided him with a pre production model.

He has started a Z9 blog where he writes about his experiences with Z9.

https://bit.ly/3EC9v0h

https://bit.ly/33gYILz

Photographer Brad Hill who shoots Wildlife and Nature photography also has the camera in his hands and writes about it in his blog.

https://bit.ly/3y5uDtE

If you haven’t seen the 6 episode series on Z9 by Morten Hilmer in Svalbard we highly recommend you to do it ASAP.

https://bit.ly/3IvX60u

Canon says it could take half a year for your EOS R3 order to ship

https://bit.ly/3lMPI6W

Ricci published the Nikon Z 24-120mm f4S First Look on his YT channel

https://bit.ly/3lMxpik

Nikon introduces the AX R MP multiphoton confocal microscope

https://bit.ly/3ox3AUN

Nikon to Support “15th FINA World Swimming Championships (25m)”

https://bit.ly/3EF5RTt

Best gifts for photographers in 2021 in general

https://bit.ly/3EC2M6E

The best gifts for film photographers in 2021

https://bit.ly/3pDcLT4

Other news

Cipa published October 2021 sales numbers

https://bit.ly/3ExzKoN

https://bit.ly/3ya3x4l

The new Capture One 22 will be launched on December 9

https://bit.ly/3ItvZ6l

New Zhong Yi Optics announced Mitakon Speedmaster 90mm f/1.5 lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://bit.ly/3lPbDdP

The new Sirui 50mm T2.9 1.6x full-frame anamorphic lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for pre-order.

https://bit.ly/3dAUHDk

New KAZA leather case is now available for Nikon Z 7II, Z6II, Z7, Z6, Z5 cameras.

https://bit.ly/3DBGpgy

Reviews

Matt Irwin published a video called

BEFORE YOU BUY - Nikon Z 50mm 1.2 S vs 1.8 S vs Meike 1.2 - The Winner Is? | Real World

https://bit.ly/3GobGoQ

Weekend Read & Watch

The Best And Worst Photo/Video Gear Of 2021 by DPReview TV

https://bit.ly/3dzIn6s

One Month of SUN - Remastered | 4K by Seán Doran on YT

https://bit.ly/3rOk2lz

https://bit.ly/3DH49Q5

Thanks for listening!

18 Apr 2023Nikon Z 12-28 DX Lens is here, 5 more lenses to come? Z8 Rumours Round up, aren't YOU TIRED? & more - Nikon Report 10900:30:25

Surprisingly quite a few topics to discuss this week. From new Nikkor Z 12-28 DX Lens announcement to Z8 and Z 200-600 rumours. Let us know what you think!


Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 109

Nikkor Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR DX Lens announcement

https://tinyurl.com/v9yeu8k8

Pre-Order Z 12-28 DX Lens at Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-dx-12-28mm-f-3-5-5-6-pz-vr/

Nikon Netherlands leaks a new NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR lens on their website

https://tinyurl.com/4nm66nmw

Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR lens specifications leaked online

https://tinyurl.com/4h2ftyd

Rumours: Nikon Z8, How Nikon Rumors sees it:

https://tinyurl.com/3v6yer7c

https://tinyurl.com/2p8hamp6

Sony has officially listed two new sensors on their website (44.7MP and 61.17MP)

https://tinyurl.com/ynnzv2as

Nikon Germany lists ten mirrorless cameras on their website, but there are currently only nine Z models

https://tinyurl.com/4y3kedzf

Nikon Asia and other Nikon websites were  down for maintenance

https://tinyurl.com/yeaw2xdd

Lenses: Nikon Lens Roadmap v.5.3 (Jan 2023)

https://tinyurl.com/3jr8dhh4

Nikon Rumours had an update on Z 200-600 Lens

https://tinyurl.com/yc7dkjkj

How 2 Fly 200-600 lens tweet

https://tinyurl.com/2p9mbver

Nikon Promotions in the US

https://tinyurl.com/ymsk3k87

Nikon Promotions in the UK

https://tinyurl.com/4rk93fmn

Black Zfc was the best selling camera at Map Cameras in Japan.

https://tinyurl.com/4pmw463n

Nikon won 3 TIPA 2023 awards

https://www.tipa.com/tipa-world-awards-2023/

A rare Nikon NIKKOR 13mm f/5.6 AI-S lens is up for auction at the 42 Leitz Photographica Auction

https://tinyurl.com/bdee7xra

Felix Kunze photographs Olympic Champion Pete Reed using the extremely rare 13mm f/5.6 Nikkor lens by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/4jkdvzm2

Nikon SB-5000 flash and WR-R11a/b and WR-T10 remote controller sets are back in stock in the USA.

https://tinyurl.com/36mjwf3m

Nikon Launched Japan's first*1 digital imaging microscope for medical use “ECLIPSE Ui”*2

https://tinyurl.com/bddndhjp

Nikon is Investing in Smart Telescope Company Unistellar

https://tinyurl.com/ytvcymyk

7Artisans announced 15mm f/4 full-frame wide-angle lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://tinyurl.com/y2my5cbc

7Artisans 15mm f/4 for Nikon Z - REVIEW by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/4rbwewu7

The TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 lens is coming for Nikon Z-mount. 

https://tinyurl.com/y493ayrk

Coming soon: Zhongyi Optics 200mm f/4 full-frame lens for Nikon F + Z mount

https://tinyurl.com/ycv96by6

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #z8 #z9

15 Jun 2022Nikon Z30 & Z 400mm f/4.5 LENS announced at END of JUNE? D3500 / D5600 no MORE, The Future of Retail - Nikon Report 7200:41:09

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 72

Delivery updates: B&H Photo is now shipping Nikon Z9 cameras ordered on November 3rd December 5th. https://bit.ly/3aVVKjd

Amazon USA briefly had Z9 in stock (well that didn’t last long) https://bit.ly/3aQ3mng

Rumours: Nikon to announce a new Nikkor Z 400mm f/4.5 mirrorless lens very soon https://bit.ly/3OdkzW5

Nikon is rumoured to announce a new Nikon Z30 APS-C mirrorless camera soon https://bit.ly/3ObtoQk

NR: Nikon will announce another camera this year. https://bit.ly/3OiyQRF

Nikon D3xxx and D5xxx products lines are now officially discontinued https://bit.ly/3HDepwJ

https://bit.ly/3MRCrVD

Nikon officially released their MC-CF660G CFExpress memory card https://bit.ly/3mOhS1S

CONFIRMED: the Nikon Z9 sensor is made by Sony (IMX609AQJ) https://bit.ly/3Oecl0a

https://bit.ly/3zDB0ao

https://bit.ly/39sDvle

List of all Nikon DSLR cameras and their sensor manufacturer/designer https://bit.ly/3Obvqju

Nikon announced new PROSTAFF P3 (pre-order) and PROSTAFF P7 (pre-order) binoculars https://bit.ly/3xtJbmP

Nikon opened a beautiful new store in the Guangzhou Grandview Plaza (China). https://bit.ly/3xQrvDr

3rd Party: Lens collar/tripod mount for the Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lens https://bit.ly/3NR9hXL

The new Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM lens for Nikon Z-mount reached its funding goal on Indiegogo https://bit.ly/3mL7ZSz

Reviews: NIKKOR Z 800mm F/6.3 VR S Lens Review by Ephotozine https://bit.ly/3zD1nwV

Nikon Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S review by Digital Camera World https://bit.ly/3xpNbVz

The Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 lens is still the best selling lens at Yodobashi Camera for the month of May. https://bit.ly/3b2LRAr

Nikon Z7II | Astrophotography and Nightscape Review by Will Chaney https://bit.ly/3N60MHv

Weekend Read & Watch

How Pro Photographers Helped Make The Z9, From Prototype To Flagship by PetaPixel https://bit.ly/3O5wcyE

Birds of Ecuador | Z 9 Video by Kristi Odom with the NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S by Nikon USA https://bit.ly/3Hn1Yom

Behind-the-Scenes Video Birds of Ecuador | Super-Telephoto Prime https://bit.ly/3NVdUQH

Red V Nikon | I'll Tell You What This Means by Chris Stewblue https://bit.ly/3NVdUQH

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #sony #canon

26 Dec 2023Nikon in 2023 - A Year in Review. Cameras, Lenses, Firmware & More - The Nikon Report Extra00:20:48

The 2023 is almost over and what a year for Nikon it was! We saw the releases of Nikon Z8 and ZF cameras, Z 85mm f/1.2 as well as 135mm f/1.8 lenses & much much more! So join Becky & Kon for the last discussion of 2023. We will see you in the new year!


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05 Oct 2022Tamron & Voigtlander releases for Nikon Z Mount, Tesla Bot, Deep Fakes, DSLRs are back in Vogue? - Nikon Report 8600:20:42

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 86

The new Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD lens for Nikon Z is in stick in the UK

https://tinyurl.com/43ax4xfb

https://tinyurl.com/3887r7fh

Voigtlander D35mm f2 Macro Apo-Ultron & 40mm f1.2 Nokton price & release date details

https://tinyurl.com/mr9d7ekb

Voigtlander 28mm f/2.8 Aspherical SL II-S Color-Skopar LENS REVIEW for Nikon F Mount, Digital & Film by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/mr382k9v

Nikon Japan to hire 570 new recruits, current employees will get 3%-20% salary increase and new performance-linked bonuses

https://tinyurl.com/bdck5b8x

Nikon's Riblet Film will be used on ANA Green Jet Aircrafts

https://tinyurl.com/3psdkhvs

Riblet analysis and processing Overview

https://tinyurl.com/bdetc3rc

Nikon continues to buyback its own shares.

https://tinyurl.com/y8kh36d5

3rd Party

Cheecar 14mm f/2.8 for Nikon Z-mount will be announced soon.

https://tinyurl.com/mr2zbyzt

TECHART is soon to announce new "Leica M to Nikon Z" AF adapter

https://tinyurl.com/mrxy2b8t

Tesla Ai Day

https://tinyurl.com/4khtvhc3

Company Acquires the Rights to Deepfake Bruce Willis

https://tinyurl.com/2veata6n

Leica Q2 “Dawn” by Seal special edition camera announced

https://tinyurl.com/4ah6efst

Weekend Read & Watch

Tips for Storytelling Photography, with Joe McNally

https://tinyurl.com/378nkmnm

DSLR's are the new Leica. By Samuel Streetlife

https://tinyurl.com/6p6uubym

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #tesla #photography

02 Nov 2022Z 600mm f/4 is official, MC-N10 Incoming, First Z9 II Rumors, Z9, Z7II & Z6II Firmware updates & more - Nikon Report 8900:42:42

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Full list of links is here:

Nikon Report 89

Nikkor Z 600mm f/4 S VR announcement

https://tinyurl.com/mvr87f57

Pre-order at Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-600mm-f-4-tc-vr-s/

Supplementary Firmware Update Manual for Nikon Z9 firmware v.3.0

https://tinyurl.com/3tenc9cs

Z 9 Firmware v.3.0

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/467.html

Nikon School: Firmware version 3.00 for the Z 9 is here! By Ricci

https://tinyurl.com/kwabsku3

New Nikon Z 9 Firmware 3.0 Update breakdown by Nikon USA

https://tinyurl.com/4tm4cmmh

Nikon Z9 firmware 3.0 first impressions by DPReview

https://tinyurl.com/4vhv3jzd

First Bugs in the firmware reported: Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/y7u7yadu

Thom Hogan: Bug or No Bug?

https://tinyurl.com/yvjw92nk

First Nikon Z9 II Rumours

https://tinyurl.com/y7u7yadu

Z 6II Firmware

https://tinyurl.com/k8x8xwhz

Z 7II Firmware

https://tinyurl.com/nu7bveh9

NEW FIRMWARE Z6 II + Z7 II | More Possible From 2x Expeed6? | Matt Irwin

https://tinyurl.com/3dnchyw3

D850 Firmware v. 1.2.1

https://tinyurl.com/mr2hxuvx

Z 5 Firmware

https://tinyurl.com/5c88tyda

Software updates: NX Studio v.1.2.2

https://tinyurl.com/ywk3ca2b

Wireless Transmitter Utility v.1.9.8

https://tinyurl.com/3zxntuyj

NX Tether v.1.0.3

https://tinyurl.com/4c8hcbfa

Camera Control Pro 2 v.2.35.1

https://tinyurl.com/2huratjm

N-Log 3D LUT v.1.0.4

https://tinyurl.com/ywk3ca2b

Nikon Promotions in the UK and EU

https://tinyurl.com/35bca48n

Nikon NPS is now offering members to experience the Z9 camera.

https://tinyurl.com/79evu5br

NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 Lens has been officially released everywhere.

https://tinyurl.com/5xjseavv

Nikon released a compatibility/support notice for the new macOS Ventura

https://tinyurl.com/2azshhkb

Nikon published a Nikon Research Report vol. 4

https://tinyurl.com/4msmh7t3

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz #photography

24 Feb 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #1100:21:02

18.02.2021 NEW FIRMWARE. NEW MOVIE KIT. NEW OPPORTUNITIES.

On 18th of February Nikon announced new firmware for the Z 7II and Z 6II full-frame (Nikon FX-format) mirrorless cameras.  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgBvK_FtUs0&feature=emb_imp_woyt&ab_channel=RicciTalks

Nikon also announced the new Z 6II Essential Movie Kit. (Shipping date: End of February)

https://www.nikon.co.uk/en_GB/news-press/press.tag/news/bv-pr-wwa2102-firmware-movie-kit.dcr


Nikon 2021 CP+ presentation on Schedule http://bit.ly/37DcaIT

Nikon related panels schedule is in the link below (between 25th and 28th) https://bit.ly/2NyLcv6

You can still register for the event. https://www.cpplus.jp/en/


Nikon announced the development of a new 1-inch 17.84MP stacked CMOS 4k 1000 fps sensor Nikon at the International Conference on Solid State Circuits (ISSCC).

https://www.nikon.co.jp/news/2021/0217_cmos_01.htm

16.02.2021 Nikon releases the “ECLIPSE Si” upright microscope with improved operability for educational and clinical applications

https://www.nikon.com/news/2021/0216_eclipse-si_01.htm


Nikon Japan Press Release : Regarding the merger of TNI Industry and Jigtech

https://www.nikon.co.jp/news/2021/0219_01.htm


Nikon will Repair damaged items caused by an earthquake with an epicenter off the coast of Fukushima Prefecture  at a significant discount

https://www.nikon-image.com/support/whatsnew/2021/0215.html


Lens & Camera Repair Fundamentals by Richard Haw: http://bit.ly/3uoCaBs

Comparison Review: Can VueScan or SilverFast archive your film better? http://bit.ly/3snzORo


A 1000 fps look at how a 16mm motion picture camera works. How a Film Camera works in Slow Motion by The Slow Mo Guys https://bit.ly/2ZNtYfU

http://bit.ly/3uCDYqK


26 Jul 2022Z 600mm f/4S Rumour, Leak or Typo? Interview with Z 400mm & Z30 Developers, Z9 Delivery updates - The Nikon Report 7700:23:05

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 77

Delivery updates:

Nikon Z9 waiting time is now down to two months at Adorama

Amazon US briefly had Z9 in free stock

https://bit.ly/3PXW8ge

Z30 is free stock in the US & UK

https://bit.ly/3z22ynS

Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S lens is now more frequently in stock in the US inc B&H and Adorama

https://bit.ly/3vdmuDd

Rumour: Did Nikon mentioned Nikkor Z 600mm f/4 lens in their social media post?

https://bit.ly/3S5YRpK

Xitek published an interview with the developers of Z400mm f/4.5 lens and Z30 camera

https://bit.ly/3vizzeu

3rd Party:

Venus Optics Laowa announced a 10mm f/4 Cookie APS-C mirrorless pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://bit.ly/3cJtLEr

Here is the 1st review of the lens by Christopher Frost

https://bit.ly/3OB3C7Z

All Meyer Optik Görlitz announced that all their lenses will be available for Nikon Z-mount soon

https://bit.ly/3S3q4K0

Laowa updated the NANOMORPH 1.5X anamorphic cinema lenses to fit Nikon Z-mount

https://bit.ly/3vizBmr

Yongnuo is ruomored to announce a 16mm f/1.8 full-frame AF mirrorless lens for Nikon Z Mount

https://bit.ly/3PTNLlY

Shoten released a  FZ1 lens adapter designed for using old AI-S Nikkor F-mount lenses on Nikon Z mount cameras

https://bit.ly/3BAq52j

Reviews:

Voigtlander 50mm f2 APO-Lanthar review by Camera Labs

https://bit.ly/3PBmUvh

Voigtlander 50mm f2 APO-Lanthar review by Camera Labs by Grays

https://bit.ly/3PCjRDb

NIKON Z 400mm f/4.5 - Photographing birds in flight with 1.4x teleconverter by Morten Himler

https://bit.ly/3RmQ82m

Nikon Z 400mm f4.5 VR S lens review - I am blown away! By Vahagraphy

https://bit.ly/3J6vkZ0

Nikon Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Review: In a Class of Its Own by PetaPixel

https://bit.ly/3zAkKqg

Nikon 800 f6.3 PF Review | Best Wildlife lens? | by Illuminationsfromtheattic

https://bit.ly/3PXXKXy

Weekend Read & Watch

How The Nikon Z 9 Mirrorless Camera Came To Exist, By Those Who Created It by FStoppers

https://bit.ly/3ozs27o

Shooting Cities: Urban architecture and street photography in Rotterdam by Nikon Europe

https://bit.ly/3zcL7Ru

Nikon Z 9 Firmware 2.1 - A Birders Perspective by Matt Irwin

https://bit.ly/3zBTWpG

Spider-Man is still using DSLRs.

https://bit.ly/3vh7Vyw

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #sony #canon

28 Dec 2021Nikon in 2021 - A Year In Review - Part 1 - The Nikon Report Extra00:24:21

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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0:00 Intro 

0:40 Z6II & Z7II deliveries and firmware updates 

03:25 NX studio release 

3:42 Z9 Development Announcement 

4:20 50mm & 105mm Micro announcements 

7:08 Not Pancakes 28mm & 40mm announcements 

8:28 NX Field announcement 

9:38 Zfc Release 

12:30 40mm released 

12:45 18-140 DX release 

13:55 Z9 officially announced 

16:56 Z 100-400 lens 

17:42 Z 24-120 lens 

18:40 Z 400mm f/2.8 Development Announcement 

18:59 NX Tether & NX Mobile Air 

19:59 Firmware Updates for the 1st generation Z6 & Z7 

20:39 Nikon collaboration with Nissin & Profoto 

21:44 Z 28mm f/2.8  

22:22 Z 800mmf/6.3 Development Announcement 

23:23 Z 28-75 Lens


Nikon Releases in 2021

January saw the improved deliveries of Z6II & Z7II (released in Nov 2021)

18-02-2021: New Firmware for Z6II & Z7II with 4k 60p and improved AF tracking https://bit.ly/3B1T0YP

https://bit.ly/3quCBsP

04-03-2021: NX Studio software release https://bit.ly/3etMFwM

10-03-2021: Z9 DEVELOPMENT announcement https://bit.ly/3JyVG63

02-06-2021: 50mm f/2.8 micro & 105mm f/2.8 S Micro announcements https://bit.ly/3gansZQ

02-06-2021: NIKKOR Z 28MM F/2.8 AND NIKKOR Z 40MM F/2 development announcement https://bit.ly/3v8HaJC

02-06-2021: NX Field software announcement https://bit.ly/3sIWf7j

29-06-2021: ZFc announcement https://bit.ly/3Hmw8Hn

29-06-2021: 18-140 DX Development announcement https://bit.ly/3mBjDj0

14-09-2021: Release of 40mm f/2 lens https://bit.ly/3sAvQIv

13-10-2021: 18-140 DX official release https://bit.ly/3ly6APk

28-10-2021: Z9 official announcement https://bit.ly/33S9vvK

28-10-2021: 100-400 S announcement https://bit.ly/3etN9D6

28-10-2021: 24-120 announcement https://bit.ly/3ExAuJN

28-10-2021: NIKKOR Z 400MM F/2.8 TC VR S Development announcement https://bit.ly/3sDJydV

28-10-2021: NX TETHER AND NX MOBILEAIR announced https://bit.ly/3Jp5ejG

09-11-2021: NIKON RELEASES NEW FIRMWARE FOR THE Z 7, Z 6, Z 5, AND Z 50 MIRRORLESS CAMERAS https://bit.ly/3HfJMvQ

11-11-2021: (INTERESTING) NIKON announced a COLLABORATION WITH NISSIN AND PROFOTO https://bit.ly/3pwBM3p

18-11-2021: NIKKOR Z 28MM F/2.8 official release https://bit.ly/343VU4H

14-12-2021 NIKKOR Z 800MM F/6.3 VR S development announcement https://bit.ly/3IPRa2v

14-12-2021 NIKKOR Z 28-75MM F/2.8 https://bit.ly/342nwXX

Thanks for listening!


15 Nov 2022New Nikon Z8 Rumours, Big Nikon Z DX lineup discussion, Black Zfc controversy, Nikon Q2 Financials breakdown - The Nikon Report 9100:35:54

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 91

Stock updates: Z9 in stock everywhere

https://tinyurl.com/3jmtwbdf

Z 400mm f/4.5 in stock everywhere

https://tinyurl.com/3ek389nm

Nikon updated the Z lens roadmap with 600mm and Z 40 Retro lenses.

https://tinyurl.com/54dda993

Aftermath of the Black ZFc and 40mm announcements.

https://tinyurl.com/mvrntt76

Nikon ZFc Black edition, Z 40mm Retro - We have some opinions - Live Camera Chat by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/t3pzpa5h

The rumoured Nikon Z8 mirrorless camera will compete with the new Sony a7RV and is expected in Spring 2023

https://tinyurl.com/mwuc567k

What Sony A7RV can tell us about NIKON Z8 - Live Camera Chat by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/cynz44pa

New Nikon Announcement with Ricci Chera @Ricci Talks - Live Camera Chat by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/4xd3yssp

Yahoo Japan and weekly-economist Mainichi Japan published an interview with a President of Nikon Japan Toshikazu Umatate

https://tinyurl.com/2zhejdz3 (needs a VPN access)

https://tinyurl.com/r28fxvpd

Nikon’s second quarter financial results are out: revenue and profit grew in all segments except for Precision Equipment

https://tinyurl.com/4wcxs48p

https://tinyurl.com/4smw6zn5

https://tinyurl.com/4vvuz4ct

Snapbridge 2.9.1 released for iOS and Android

https://snapbridge.nikon.com/

3rd Party

Capture One Pro 23 officially announced

https://tinyurl.com/3ajmjwyx

Check out a Capture One Livestream on YT for features breakdown

https://tinyurl.com/4m9prz78

Grays Christmas Event

https://www.graysofwestminster.co.uk/events/

Weekend Read & Watch

Z 30 vs iPhone??? VLOGGING with the Z 30 for total beginners by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/2wnshycw

This Camera Might Surprise You | Nikon Z9 For Video by Abdyax

https://tinyurl.com/5aa3eyta

Using tilt-shift Nikkor lenses on Nikon Z cameras for architecture photography by by Dominique Robert for Nikon Rumours

https://tinyurl.com/2p9tupt9

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #z8 #photography

05 Dec 2021Big Interview with Joe McNally - From Tokyo Olympics to Nikon Z9 - The Nikon Report Extra00:28:49

We were lucky enough to have the legendary Joe McNally come to the shop on his latest trip to the UK, where we chatted all things Olympics, the Z 9 and what he’s got in store for 2022…  

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.  

Listen on podcast platforms: https://anchor.fm/grays-of-westminster 

0:00 Intro 

1:15 Tokyo Olympics 2020 

10:17 Nikon Z9 

24:41 Joe's new book  

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Second-Hand Nikon Equipment: http://bit.ly/secondhandoffers​​​​​​​​​ 

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Videographer: Xam Rosales 

Production: Konstantin Kochkin  

Thanks for watching! 

19 Oct 2022Nikon Z9 shortage is over, Z 35 will be f/1.2, €187k for a Nikon Lens, Voigtlander 65mm for Z inbound - Nikon Report 8700:38:27

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 87

The Nikon Z9 should be available and in stock by the end of the year

https://tinyurl.com/2p8dudh7

https://tinyurl.com/bdh9kybj

https://tinyurl.com/58nf6wr2

The Nikon Z Teleconverter TC-2x is getting shipments in the US

https://tinyurl.com/3k5e97uw

The next Nikkor Z 35mm S-line lens will be f/1.2 (plus new drawings of upcoming lenses)

https://tinyurl.com/2574hyym

Nikon Japan Removed the “DX and FX” abbreviations from the website and replaced them  with Full Frame & APS-C

https://tinyurl.com/yc6tfbbk

Nikon products receive the Good Design Award 2022

https://tinyurl.com/5dn3u54t

https://tinyurl.com/2yj9xb86

Nikkor 58mm f/1.0 got the world’s highest price ever paid for a Nikon lens at auction (€187,500)

https://tinyurl.com/rzzczhk4

https://tinyurl.com/3uw8rmt4

https://tinyurl.com/mr43hama

Nikon announced the winners of the 48th annual Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition.

https://tinyurl.com/bdh9nw6e

Merger of Tochigi Nikon and TNI Industry

https://tinyurl.com/msnzc77h

Explained: Why Nikon is acquiring SLM Solutions

https://tinyurl.com/yc5xwj3r

https://tinyurl.com/56b54hsc

3rd Party:

Cosina announced a new Voigtlander Macro APO-LANTHAR 65mm f/2 Aspherical lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://tinyurl.com/bda4jrxc

MACRO APO-ULTRON D35mm F2 is already in stock and 40mm f/1.2 is expected to arrive shortly.

https://tinyurl.com/49wwy2m5

AstrHori will soon announce two new autofocus lenses for Nikon Z-mount

https://tinyurl.com/4jnr8yjy

Tico RAW the company behind the Nikon Z9 Video RAW as well as HE RAW (High Efficience RAW) released an SDK (Software Development Kit) at the end of september.

https://tinyurl.com/57hrab8u

Reviews: NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens by Nicholas Shelter

https://tinyurl.com/2p84xa6j

I love the 24-200mm lens BUT can you print BIG? By Nigel Danson YT

https://tinyurl.com/23xr2xw7

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon Z9: Features That Really Crank Up The Keeper Rate! By Steve Perry

https://tinyurl.com/2euy43rm

Nikon 400 4.5 + 200-400 F4 VR II & Viltrox FTZ | With Motor Bikes OLD Glass Keep UP? By Matt Irwin

https://tinyurl.com/yuhu2dys

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #photography #z9

27 Apr 2022Z 800mm is shipping, New Lens patents from Nikon, Z9 News, Delivery updates - The Nikon Report 6500:30:07

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 65

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens is now shipping. https://bit.ly/3w4Tu0b

https://bit.ly/3LwLcEs

Nikon now published a Manual for the lens online. https://bit.ly/3OG3KUQ

Nikon released a Z9 button function custom control list https://bit.ly/3KiiztA

Firmware updates:

Z 9 Firmware https://bit.ly/3OQrBBB

Z 6II Firmware https://bit.ly/3Kj5akV

Z 7II Firmware https://bit.ly/3rS30lM

Nikon released version 1.2.0 of their remote control software NX Field with added support for the Z9 https://bit.ly/3rSQhiZ

Picture Control Utility 2 https://bit.ly/3xUJFnT

Webcam Utility (Windows) https://bit.ly/3rQ5hOA

NX Tether https://bit.ly/3vHKspD

Camera Control Pro 2 https://bit.ly/3EMINmN

NX Studio https://bit.ly/3EOaPyd

NEW PATENTS FILED BY NIKON

Improved version of the Z 24-70mm f/4 S lens https://bit.ly/3LnD892

200-400mm F5.7-7.7 PF https://bit.ly/3OxJ41r

70-300mm F4.5-5.6 https://bit.ly/3rS39pk

28mm F2 https://bit.ly/3EMJ5Kp

Nikon Museum Released a new Original Strap https://bit.ly/39kUlC7

a story of current Nikon Watches https://bit.ly/3Kd1CAA

Adorama is selling a used Nikon Nikkor 300mm f/2 ED IF AI-S lens for $20,999. https://bit.ly/37HeUs2

https://bit.ly/3MyNl2U

3rd Party news: TTartisan to announce a new 50mm f/0.95 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount https://bit.ly/3Ljoyj6

Davinci Resolve released a beta 1 for their upcoming ver. 18 release. https://bit.ly/3KnICzo

https://bit.ly/3kfd8kp

Reviews:

Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Lens Review: A Superior Successor by Petapixel https://bit.ly/3EOaprw

DPReview TV also published their video review of Z9 https://bit.ly/3rPD7Tx

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon's 6mm f/2.8 Fisheye on a Z 9 - first time ever? By Grays https://bit.ly/397ekUz

Nikon Auto-Focus Explained with Mark Cruz  https://bit.ly/3EOaBqK

Z 9 FirmWare 2.0 & Why Z6 II Z7 II + Nikon Owners Can Rejoice  Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3vO3uuf

This Film Expired 60 Years Ago, can I still use it ? by Matthieu Stren https://bit.ly/3rSJFRC

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z9 #nikonz9

20 Dec 2023Nikon Z6 III rumours, first specs & mock up - it's not Z9h - Nikon Report 14000:27:32

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Nikon Report 140

First set of rumored Nikon Z6III camera specifications by Nikon Rumours

http://tinyurl.com/3zp2cb4v

First Nikon Z6 III camera mockup picture

http://tinyurl.com/3cuacsd2

Nikon Z8 won “Camera of the Year” at Petapixel

http://tinyurl.com/yue3966d

The Nikon Z-mount version of the Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 Pro APS-C lens is expected to be released at the end of December 2023.

http://tinyurl.com/29d8e86c

The Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount will be released in two months.

http://tinyurl.com/4scvddpm

The new Boroyoza FX-Z AF lens adapter allows you to use Fujifilm X lenses on Nikon Z cameras (with autofocus)

http://tinyurl.com/4nchu6zt

Accessories for Nikon ZF

https://nikonrumors.com/2023/12/06/nikon-zf-accessories.aspx/

Lego announces the upcoming release of Creator 3in1 toy “Retro Camera”

http://tinyurl.com/2s3awvu8

Nikon Z 600mm f/4 S TC VR Review: Can a Lens Be Worth $15,500? By petapixel

https://petapixel.com/2023/12/16/nikon-z-600mm-f-4-s-tc-vr-review-can-a-lens-be-worth-15500/

CHRISTMAS LIVE CAMERA CHAT - Our Nikon backpages. An interview with Gray Levett

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Gu-zrPL5H8&t

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z6iii #nikonzf

31 Jan 2024Nikon Z6III new info & rumours, F-Mount Lenses NO MORE? New firmware updates - Nikon Report 14200:34:26

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Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements. 0:00 Intro 0:42 Nikon Z6 III Rumours Lanzarote 8:13 Z6III + other camera? 14:00 Z6III China Rumours 16:01 Z6III MB-N14 battery pack registered 17:59 Z6III New updated specs 21:37 Nikon F Lenses NO MORE? 28:30 Z 180-600 is in stock at Grays 28:58 New Z5, Z6II, Z7II firmware updates 29:43 Nikon new laser rangefinders 30:05 Financial results schedule 30:50 Monster Adapter 32:20 Weekend Read & Watch


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Nikon Report 142

Nikon Z6 III rumours coverage:

Lanzarote event

http://tinyurl.com/mr287ps5

Nikon Wedding Photography Summit 2024 in Lanzarote

http://tinyurl.com/2xutdtev

Nikon is preparing to announce two new mirrorless cameras according to Nikon Germany’s official website. (Highly unlikely).

http://tinyurl.com/2d2uk7dx

Rumors from China: the Nikon brochures for the CP+ show have already been printed and there is a new camera

http://tinyurl.com/yurpdcax

Asobinet published an update on that article:

http://tinyurl.com/bdfwvs5t

New Nikon MB-N14 battery pack registered in Korea

http://tinyurl.com/4p3hzs8p

Nikon Z6 III updated specifications from 2 sources:

http://tinyurl.com/2fxvxjfv

http://tinyurl.com/msf2644k

Nikon Rumours: All Nikon F-mount products are out of production

http://tinyurl.com/54zpdsnp

Petapixel: Nikon Rejects the Claim That It Is No Longer Producing F-Mount Products

http://tinyurl.com/24zdn6xn

In the mid term management report Nikon stated that 80% of all sales are in Mirrorless (report from August 2023)

http://tinyurl.com/mbvyk9ce

https://www.nikon.com/company/ir/management/nikon-report/

Beef between NR and Petapixel

http://tinyurl.com/mwkcfjjy

https://twitter.com/nikonrumors/status/1704558526813671851

Nikon Rumours: The Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens is still out of stock everywhere

http://tinyurl.com/brz5w648

New firmware updates released for the Nikon Z5, Z6II, and Z7II cameras

Z 5 Firmware Version 1.42

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/511.html

Z 6II Firmware Version 1.61

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/512.html

Z 7II Firmware Version 1.61

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/513.html

Nikon Japan resumed orders of Nikon SD-9 flash battery packs.

https://www.nikon-image.com/products/info/2024/0129.html

NIKON INTRODUCES THE COOLSHOT 20i GIII and 20 GIII COMPACT GOLF LASER RANGEFINDERS

http://tinyurl.com/yc5rujdb

Camera manufacturer 2024 first financial results announcement schedule

http://tinyurl.com/3bxmjaut

New MonsterAdapter LA-FE2 (Nikon F lens to Sony E camera) released

http://tinyurl.com/mv663j39

Weekend Read & Watch

NIKKOR - The Thousand and One Nights No.88: A compact DX-format normal Micro lens

AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G

https://imaging.nikon.com/imaging/information/story/0088/

The process of making a Sigma camera lens. The best optical equipment factory in Japan by Process X Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5HFLkNrbIU


Thanks for watching!


07 Feb 2023NEW Nikon LENSES - Z 85 f/1.2 S & Z 26mm f/2.8 Price & Specs details, Z9 video tests & more - The Nikon Report 10100:26:36

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 101

Nikon announced a release of Z85mm f/1.2S and & Z 26mm f/2.8 Lenses https://tinyurl.com/mrxmwj2r

https://tinyurl.com/2p8wc4wb

PRE-ORDER YOURS AT GRAYS:

NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S PRE_ORDER:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-85mm-f-1-2-s/

Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 PRE-ORDER:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-26mm-f-2-8/

Nikon introduces the Digital Sight 50M Monochrome Camera https://tinyurl.com/3rzwwtny

Nikon February rebates in the US https://tinyurl.com/574dcvuw

Rumour: On February 16 Nikon Europe will introduce a new 10% discount https://tinyurl.com/574dcvuw

Nikon started a 30-Day Trial program for a Z30 in the US https://tinyurl.com/3ktxds3u

Nikon Z9 is in top 5 best selling cameras in Yodobashi camera in Japan https://tinyurl.com/2v6wc4b6

Nikon Z 9 N-RAW Lab Test (FW 3.00) by CineD https://tinyurl.com/da3nkrzk

Nikon Z 800mm/f6.3 PF lens serial number progression https://tinyurl.com/ce7xfwwt

The Chinese spy balloon filmed with a Nikon Z9 and Nikkor Z 400mm f/4.5 lens https://tinyurl.com/mwmvttrt

https://tinyurl.com/4jad8cjt

https://tinyurl.com/3zx43xp9

Nikon will allow third-party lenses only if they are complementary to the Nikkor lens lineup https://tinyurl.com/29na5yj3

Corp News: Nikon’s Technology & design Blog published an article called: https://tinyurl.com/2p9aktb2

3rd Party:

New 7Artisans 18mm f/6.3 II lens for Nikon Z-mount announced

https://tinyurl.com/yv2v92ta

Grays Review: 7Artisans 18mm f/6.3 for Nikon Z Mount - Smallest Lens EVER?!

https://tinyurl.com/bdd63rwu

Reviews

Nikon Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S Review by Photography Life

https://tinyurl.com/y7nmmry2

Nikon Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Macro Review  by Photography Life

https://tinyurl.com/3szcnz64

Weekend Read & Watch

BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY PRO tips using the BEST camera settings for wildlife | Nikon Z9 by Matt Shannon

https://tinyurl.com/4sjc7t9r

Nikon Sessions | EPISODE 3: How does Peter Lindbergh's style live on? By Nikon Europe

https://tinyurl.com/2tjzskzu

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikkor  #nikonz

28 Mar 2023What is Photography Community worth to a big CORP? DPREVIEW. Nikon Z8 will come out before Z6III, New trademarks PLENA & NX Ready - The Nikon Report 10700:25:31

Another slow week, we discuss a mysterious PLENA and NX Ready, the end of DPReview and Z6iii rumours.

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

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Nikon Report 107

If the Nikon Z6 III camera is coming soon, I have not heard about it by Nikon Rumours

https://tinyurl.com/43yjfkzx

Nikon registered a few more trademarks: “PLENA” and “NX READY”

https://tinyurl.com/2hhrcp2t

Nikon Corp:  Notice Regarding the Status and Conclusion of Repurchase of Shares of Common Stock

https://tinyurl.com/bdekukz3

3rd Party

Meike announces a new 85mm f/1.8 full-frame autofocus STM lens for Nikon Z-mount for $200

https://tinyurl.com/45hpe22s

Venus Optics to release a new Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 full-frame manual focus lens for Nikon Z-mount next week

https://tinyurl.com/yckadt5j

Yongnuo YN 35mm f/2 Z DF DSM lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available

https://tinyurl.com/5754wvd9

RIP Dpreview

https://tinyurl.com/mryvp5yy

DPReview is being Archived by the Archive Team

https://tinyurl.com/5ddmu4uk

Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake Join PetaPixel to Lead its YouTube Channel

https://tinyurl.com/4vsnh6bf

Reviews

Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S lens review by Christopher Frost

https://tinyurl.com/yaaze25d

Voigtlander 15mm f/4.5 for NIKON Z cameras - REVIEW by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/yckarx7t

Weekend Read & Watch

How to use VR on your Camera - A Must See! By Steve Perry

https://tinyurl.com/4d638e6n

Nikon D3S long (very long)-term shooting experience by Barney Britton at DPReview

https://tinyurl.com/4djkwfhe

Go inside Sigma's factory to see how lenses are made by Dale Baskin at DPReview

https://tinyurl.com/a2d7s59s

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #z9 #z8

07 Mar 2023Nikon is prepping for Z8? Sigma Z LENSES announced! Z9 Firmware, Z 26mm Lens shipping, New Voigtlander F Mount lens - The Nikon Report 10400:43:32

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk

Nikon Report 104

Nikon Promos UK, EU & Canada

UK: £250 off Z5, Z6II, and Z7II cameras cameras until 30th March https://tinyurl.com/4rk93fmn

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 26mm f/2.8 lens is now shipping, currently in stock https://tinyurl.com/mrxu2tk3

https://tinyurl.com/b2fnanfe

The Smallest and Lightest Prime Z lens... Who is it for? By Matt Granger https://tinyurl.com/ys8me4am

Nikon Z9 firmware update version 3.10 released https://tinyurl.com/3ej5bctw

The electronic custom shutter sound selection function is coming to the Nikon Z9 https://tinyurl.com/yc57bzk3

Major Nikon meetings scheduled for  March 2023 https://tinyurl.com/4yd4hms4

https://tinyurl.com/yjrw7me7

Nikon is preparing for major new product announcement(s) https://tinyurl.com/2yz73u6n

Nikon Philippines: “SAVE THE DATE 03.25.23” https://tinyurl.com/2x36cyjn

The photographs of an unnamed Nikon Z camera were published on Twitter. https://tinyurl.com/23r54p9p

https://tinyurl.com/ycku75wz

Nikon EN-EL4a battery is no longer in production https://tinyurl.com/y5kdwdc8

Nikon trademarked a new logo in Japan. https://tinyurl.com/2rx59nwf

https://tinyurl.com/4vtwu3rp

Nikon at the 2023 CP+ show in Japan https://tinyurl.com/57uda2h7

Sigma announced their first three mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount https://tinyurl.com/3bxy4rms

Cosina announced a Voigtlander NOKTON 55mm f/1.2 SLIIs lens for Nikon F-mount

https://tinyurl.com/2p9dmszm

DxO released new Optics Modules with support for two Nikon Z lenses

https://tinyurl.com/y4w4s4v4

Reviews: Z 85mm f/1.2 S. My New Favourite Nikon Lens by Bobby Tonelli

https://tinyurl.com/58uk8nn9

Nikon 17 28 F2 8 Z Lens - Is it good For Milky Way Photography by Nightscape Images

https://tinyurl.com/spuh3ptw

Bird Photography with the Nikon 600mm F4 Z TC by Thom Mason

https://tinyurl.com/ypxkxvy6

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon Sessions | EPISODE 5: News Photography by Nikon Europe

https://tinyurl.com/2p977uz4

Antarctica Photography with a Nikon D850 by Courtney Victoria

https://tinyurl.com/2czwebfj

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z8 #z9

07 Feb 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #800:24:04

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MAIN STORIES OF THE WEEK


Nikon Revised their Forecast for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2021 💎🙌


Nikon's next comprehensive financial reports are scheduled to be released on February 4th https://bit.ly/3oLrf0L


*50mm f/1.2 has been officially discontinued by Nikon UK*


Nikon joins RE100, a global initiative committed to 100% renewable electricity https://bit.ly/39Jbi6T


Nikon updated an article on their  website with regards to iOS 14/iPad OS 14 Compatibility Announcement for the SnapBridge App 


http://bit.ly/3tqpaus


FIRMWARE & SOFTWARE UPDATES


Nikon released COOLPIX P950 Firmware Version 1.1 http://bit.ly/3tqpaus


Nikon also released N-Log 3D LUT version 1.02 

Added an N-Log compatible “cube”-format 3D LUT file for the Z 6II and Z 7II. http://bit.ly/3pK8E6D


Nikon F3 40th anniversary watch now available for sale at the Nikon Museum in Japan  https://shop.nikon-image.com/front/Pr...

OTHER NEWS


FTZ II ??? https://bit.ly/2MvEUfd


REVIEWS


No reviews this week, but have a look at the video of Ricci from Nikon comparing  Z 50mm F1.2S VS Z 50mm F1.8S lenses. I like Ricci’s very methodical approach in testing lenses.

https://bit.ly/36F64ah


WEEKEND READ & WATCH


What Type of Buyer Are You? By Thom Hogan.


http://bit.ly/2O6cGZ7  & https://bit.ly/3raq78u


David Yarrow Launched VOL. 2 of his magazine IN FOCUS with some stunning photography and great editorial content. 


http://bit.ly/3avZTq5


Man Ray: The Unwilling Fashion Photographer Who Excelled


An article about Man Ray as a Fashion photographer and brief biography http://bit.ly/2YGszYg

14 Jun 2023Nikon Z8 shipments, Z9 v.4.00 next week, Do YOU own multiple camera Brands? - The Nikon Report 11600:25:37

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk


0:00 Intro

0:37 Z9 firmware v.4.00 Rumour (NOW out)


1:26 Nikon Z8 shipments are coming in


3:15 Nikon Z8 skins3:47 Nikon Promos in the USA, UK, EU & Canada


4:33 Z50 firmware update4:57 WR-R11 firmware updates

5:43 Nikon Arcrest filters discontinued?


6:27 Nikon officially announced 24mm in Japan


7:03 DXO optics now support Z8 and Z 800 lenses


7:21 Reviews


13:45 Do you own multiple camera brands / systems?


Nikon Report 116

Nikon will releases new firmware for the Nikon Z 9 within 24hrs https://tinyurl.com/4wdmbuv8


Second batch of Nikon Z8 cameras now shipping, expected in-stock dates https://tinyurl.com/26bm7fec


Japan If you order the Nikon Z 8 from now on, it will be delivered in 3 months: https://tinyurl.com/2jnex4me


Nikon Z8 Pre-Order at Grays: https://tinyurl.com/46wtkxdy


Alphagvrd released The first Nikon Z8 camera skins are already available online https://tinyurl.com/2s3zdsph


Nikon Promos in the US, UK, EU & Canada

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product-tag/nikon-summer-instant-savings-2023/

https://store.nikon.ca/sales-event

https://tinyurl.com/53j5pyce


Nikon Z50 Firmware update v. 2.50

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/493.html


Nikon released firmware updates for the WR-R11a and WR-R11b wireless remote controllers

WR-R11a Firmware v. 1.02

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/492.html

WR-R11b Firmware v. 1.02

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/491.html


Nikon officially announced the Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7 lens in Japan, shipping starts this month https://tinyurl.com/mrxr45pe


The latest DxO Optics Modules now support the Nikon Z8 https://tinyurl.com/3j6vshuu


Nikon ARCREST 72mm Protective Filter Discontinued in Japan. https://tinyurl.com/3pjy2ddz


Reviews:


Ephotozine Nikon Z8 Review https://tinyurl.com/bdztx74y


Nikon Z8 Macro Photography | 2 Great Custom Settings by Morten Himler https://tinyurl.com/4bkuc847


Model Shoot + NIKON Z8 + 85mm f/1.2 with Survivor by Design Media by Grays https://tinyurl.com/daykb6ak


Nikon 400mm Ultimate Lens Comparison by Wildlife Inspired w/ Scott Keys https://tinyurl.com/26c6m7zc


Nikon Z Camera Lineup vComparison. Which To Buy, Who For? Overview by Matt Irwin https://tinyurl.com/325f5apb


Thanks for listening!


#nikon #z8 #z9

26 Jan 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #700:23:36

Nikon have updated their Nikon UK website to say: https://www.nikon.co.uk/en_GB/


We have clarified this with our Nikon correspondent and this refers to any shipping of orders from the Nikon Store. 


As to our own deliveries:

There has been stock movement from between Europe and the UK in the last week, so although things are going to be expectedly slower for a while, we are expecting another small delivery between this week and next week. 


Nikon at the 2021 CP+ online show: http://bit.ly/2YdU3nE


Interview / Nikon Managing Executive Officer Hirotaka Ikegami : 

https://premium.toyokeizai.net/articl...


COOLPIX P1000 Firmware


Fixed an issue that caused pairing between the camera and devices running the SnapBridge app under iOS 14 or iPadOS 14 to fail : http://bit.ly/3ojSuPF


7artisans will soon announce four new mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount (one full frame and three APS-C lenses): http://bit.ly/36fe55G

Company Pergear announced 10mm f/8 APS-C pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount :  http://bit.ly/3a8Byqe

BCN Ranking published 2020 Japanese camera market share report


DSLR cameras 

Canon: 51.9% share (was 57.4%)

Nikon: 44.8% share (was 39.3%)

Ricoh: 3.0% share (was 3.1%)


Mirrorless cameras

Sony: 27.4% share (was 22.7%)

Canon: 23.8% share (was 31.6%)

Olympus: 23.4% share (was 23.5%)


https://www.bcnaward.jp/award/gallery...

ZITAY CFexpress to SSD Converter Card Reader, CFexpress Card to NVME M.2 SSD Adapter Cable for Nikon Z6 Z7 D5 D6 D850 D500 PANASONIC DC-S1/S1R Canon EOS 1DX MarkIII R5 C500MarkII DSLR : https://amzn.to/3pyU1D7


SOFTWARE SECTION:


Adobe Camera Raw vs. Nikon ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D: Which should you be using? https://bit.ly/2MpnDUA


For people who don’t like subscription services, this is a very good Photoshop alternative https://affinity.serif.com/en-gb/photo/


Seeing the big picture in your photography: PhotoStatistica 2.0 offers improved ways to visualize your photos


https://www.dpreview.com/news/2911363...


WEEKEND READ


Understanding field curvature part 1 & 2


https://www.dpreview.com/articles/135...


https://www.dpreview.com/opinion/7031...


The Absolute beginner’s guide to film photography: What you need to know - B&W film


https://www.dpreview.com/articles/754...


These open-source medium format cameras are 3D-printed


https://www.dpreview.com/news/9774269...


THE SAME ARTICLE FROM OTHER SOURCE:


This Company is Making Wholly Original, Affordable, Customizable Medium Format Film Cameras: http://bit.ly/2YefxAZ


Read this before you buy a Soviet camera: https://kosmofoto.com/2021/01/read-th...


VIDEOS


This is how marketing should be done. Video from Leica: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjuQ3...


11 May 2022NIKON Z 800MM FIRST REVIEW IS OUT, CIPA SALES, AF FINE TUNE FOR Z LENSES - THE NIKON REPORT 6700:25:02

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk

Nikon Report 67

800mm hands on & Reviews:

JEFF LUBECK published 1st shots taken with the lens https://bit.ly/3Fv9zAi

NIKKOR Z 800mm f6.3 VR S PF review by Mobile01 (chinese website, translated) https://bit.ly/3Fwheyh

Nikon Z 800mm f6.3 VR S review by CameraLabs https://bit.ly/3vVZKZ8

Nikon updated the Windows 11 compatibility for their software packages https://bit.ly/3AuUYBP

The Year Ended March 2022 Financial Results will be announced on May 12, 2022 https://bit.ly/3Pb8bXX

3rd Party:

CIPA numbers for March 2022 https://bit.ly/3yp3DYf

https://bit.ly/3A9Uphc

TTartisan 50mm f/0.95 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount has been officially announced https://bit.ly/3yvwQRd

https://bit.ly/3kTPlqv

The NiSi 15mm f/4 Sunstar ASPH lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available also in silver https://bit.ly/3ypNxgU

Delkin Devices Introduces New and Faster BLACK CFexpress Type B Memory Cards https://bit.ly/3M0r0vh

https://bit.ly/3wllVXP

Alphagvrd recently launched camera skins for the Nikon Z9 camera. Several different colours and patterns are available: https://bit.ly/3sqBdcn

Reviews: Reikan FoCal: Nikon Z9 Review & Analysis https://bit.ly/3ypQkqi

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon 100-400mm Z Lens Review by Grays https://bit.ly/3P5Ik3X

Nikon 100-400mm Z Lens VS Nikon 500mm PF on the Z9 - Which Lens Is Best for Bird Photography by Mark Smith

PART 1: https://bit.ly/3wgBtvQ

PART 2:  https://bit.ly/3M6Hxh5

Shooting Sports | D5 / Z 9 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S | Let's talk Sport With Chris Thomas | Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/39a96Hy

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz9 #z9

15 Jan 2022Z 400mm f/2.8 Lens is coming, New Z9 shipment soon, BRAW for Z9, RIP Nokishita, Rumours GOOD or BAD - The Nikon Report 51 00:30:35

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk

Nikon Report #51

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S mirrorless lens for Z-mount is coming soon https://bit.ly/31NPyWs

Nikon Z lens roadmap: telephoto apertures “measured” and calculated https://bit.ly/335ZQll

The next batch of Nikon Z9 USA NPS https://bit.ly/3HO8OT1

CES: https://bit.ly/3r8n56p https://bit.ly/3r6TxWr

The internet Detective spotted a picture of the Nikon Z9 with the Blackmagic external recorder on Nikon India’s official website. https://bit.ly/3ncDfKH

https://bit.ly/3r7zKGm

https://bit.ly/3q9PNo3

Gordon Strand published a Z9 ISO test on his website where he compared the ISO performance of Z9 with Z6II and D850 https://bit.ly/3nbGpOR

Nikon Z9 vs Sony A1 Rolling Shutter in 8K by Family of Tech YT https://bit.ly/3HS026k

Nikon Z9 Real World Autofocus Demonstration / Test for Action and Wildlife by Steve Mattheis YT https://bit.ly/3HV4Tnx

Matt Granger Australian Wildlife Photography - Nikon Z9 + 100-400mm https://bit.ly/3FjIrCU

ZP productions compared different types of RAW on Z9 https://bit.ly/3HOaFHt

A wildlife Photographer Bill Maynard published his Nikon Z9 Autofocus AF Settings Guide For Birds In Flight https://bit.ly/3HWzO2R

Brad Hill published 24-120mm f4S: Early Impressions and Thoughts https://bit.ly/3Fc2DXg

The Nikon Nikkor Z 28-75mm f/2.8 lens is expected to start shipping next week in Asia According to NR https://bit.ly/3qkJLBf

Viltrox released firmware updates for the AF 33mm f/1.4 and 56mm f/1.4 Z lenses. https://bit.ly/31xgpG4

https://bit.ly/3JZwKEX

The Societies of Photographers 2022 Convention will be held in March 2022 https://bit.ly/3GfA5xl

Nokishita Twitter Account Closed https://bit.ly/3iSWcjG

Reviews

Richard Wong Nikon Z9 In-depth Review https://bit.ly/3r3Cyo5

DPREVIEW YT: Nikon Z fc Review - Did Nikon get retro right? https://bit.ly/3nbHCFT

Weekend Read & Watch

National Geographic YEAR IN PICTURES https://on.natgeo.com/3HNnsd6

New York Times Year In Pictures https://nyti.ms/3r7kcm4

Guardian published The best photographs of 2021 – and the stories behind them https://bit.ly/3HPG1NM

Shutterstock 2021 Year Review https://shutr.bz/3JXfTCp

How the Nikon F Revolutionized Photography by PetaPixel https://bit.ly/3JVmbTg

Thanks for listening!

25 Aug 2021Nikon Z9 announced before Photography Show in the UK? Only Z 400mm f/2.8 S lens will be released this year? Adobe Zfc support, Slow News week - The Nikon Report #3400:21:27

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese 

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Nikon Report #34

According to Nikon Rumors: Only one new Nikon Z lens is expected to actually start shipping this year: Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8

https://bit.ly/3zilcXw

Nikon announced 2021 Nikon Small World In Motion Winners

https://bit.ly/3zomPDe

https://bit.ly/38cKsm5

Adobe added support for the Nikon Z fc camera

https://adobe.ly/3ycuYcd

COKIN announced a filter holder for the Nikkor Z 14-24mm f/2.8 lens

https://bit.ly/3jcCOyq

Megadap ETZ11 Sony E to Nikon Z adapter has been announced.

https://bit.ly/3zhnXbH

Teac is developing a new Tascam CA-XLR2d-AN adapter for Nikon mirrorless cameras.

https://bit.ly/3sNNlmE

Kenko Tokina released new MOZA Air 2S/Air 2S handheld gimbal flagship models compatible with Nikon Z cameras.

https://bit.ly/3Dhqe8V

Quick reminder to our UK viewers, Photo London photography festival in Somerset House is scheduled from 8th till 12th of September. Use code PL15 at checkout for 15% off the tickets.

https://photolondon.org/tickets/

Photography Show in Birmingham will be held from 18th till 21st September.

https://www.photographyshow.com/

REVIEWS

Nikon Z 14-24mm F2.8 S Review - The Nikkor F2.8 trio is complete! By DPREVIEW TV YT

They praise as worthy upgrade over F mount version

https://bit.ly/2WpWupN

Nikon Z MC 50mm F2.8 Review 4.5/5

https://bit.ly/2ULEHsq

Nikon Z fc Review 4.5/5

https://bit.ly/3jioFQ4

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon released a History overview of major business- and product-related events at various points in time from 1917

https://bit.ly/3zh0S8Q

NIKON Z7 ii AUTOFOCUS Test by Ryan Troy YT

https://bit.ly/2WmLBVK

Nikon Z7 II: THIS is the Camera We'd Buy If We Didn't Shoot with Leicas by Three Blind Men and An Elephant Productions YT

https://bit.ly/3klAOU0

Roger Cicala: Imaging Before Photography, Part III -- The Showman and the Sheriff

https://bit.ly/3myE554

22 Dec 2020The Nikon Report - Episode #400:48:21

CHECK OUT SHOW NOTES:

Developing: After 41 years Nikon ends domestic camera production, planning move to Thailand (written by Akihito Yonekura, Asahi Camera): http://bit.ly/3mE2xhP


Z6 II Firmware Version 1.02 http://bit.ly/3ptVYjN


Z7 II Firmware Version 1.01 http://bit.ly/37IWBzI


Later in the week we saw Firmware updates version 3.20 for Nikon Z6 and Z7 cameras http://bit.ly/2KwPaTx


The latest Nikon Z6/Z7 firmware update version 3.20 unlocked Blackmagic RAW support.  Your camera still has to go to Nikon for RAW update. £199 / $199


If you have done the update already then you just need to update the firmware.


With the Z 7, RAW video output is possible only with full-HD videos recorded in the FX-based video format and 4K UHD videos recorded in the DX-based video format. With the Z 6, 4K UHD and full-HD RAW video output is possible with both FX- and DX-based movie formats. 


http://bit.ly/3phv0vv

http://bit.ly/3aNvHc7


Z 6 Firmware Version 3.20 http://bit.ly/3ha0H70


Z 7 Firmware Version 3.20 http://bit.ly/3nKAvCn


Nikon Webcam Utility update for MAC. Nikon updated their article on macOS Big Sur Compatibility List. Where they published the list of Nikon software and their versions which support Big Sur MAC OS.


https://bit.ly/2LSaqDo


Nikon Z6 II & Z7II sensor measurements published at PhotonsToPhotos


Z6 II http://bit.ly/3nIq02L


Z7 II http://bit.ly/37HClP3


More DX-format lenses for Z-mount are on the way.


Nikon expects the production of some DSLR cameras and F-mount lenses to be impacted by the fire at AKM Semiconductor in Japan.


http://bit.ly/3aCp4Jo


The French startup Curve One announced the first commercial curved CMOS sensor http://bit.ly/37JxOvA  &   http://bit.ly/3nMBKB9


Ilford to Release the Sprite 35-II, A Reusable 35mm Point-and-Shoot in January 2021 http://bit.ly/37FtT2A

Cumulative Mirrorless shipped value is now 235% of DSLR shipped value.

Which means that the DSLR market is shrinking and Mirrorless is growing. This shows the trend of shifting towards mirrorless equipment. http://www.cipa.jp/stats/dc_e.html  &   http://bit.ly/3mFuh5v


Sunday read or reading list for Xmas.


Shutterstock published their 2020 Year Review in photographs. http://shutr.bz/38sxPD1


National Geographic’s ‘The Year in Pictures’,  also available online via National Geographic Digital HUB http://on.natgeo.com/3rp8SRB


http://on.natgeo.com/37IZiRQ


http://bit.ly/3azPs6B


New York Times published their Year in Pictures: A Year Like No Other


http://nyti.ms/34DqpvM


The Guardian published the Agency Photographer of the Year 2020 – shortlist http://bit.ly/34EwbNL


How Astronauts Captured Iconic Space Photos - A History Of Cameras In Space by @Scott Manley YouTube Channel


https://bit.ly/3riRbmO


My Visits with Ansel Adams by Alan Adler at PetaPixel. Where he writes about his experience meeting the Legendary photographer.


http://bit.ly/3mHLiMo


Iconic Ansel Adams image sells for nearly $1M at Sotheby's auction, total sales of $6.4M http://bit.ly/3mG0CsP


What is lens breathing? http://bit.ly/34ClafO


How to Optimize Lightroom Classic for the Best Performance http://bit.ly/3h9WJLI



27 Jan 2022Z 400mm f/2.8 tests are out, New Z7II firmware, Canon closes factory, Will Nikon make a Full Frame compact? -The Nikon Report #5300:26:47

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report #53

Brad Hill published A Few Thoughts on the Nikkor Z 400mm f2.8 TC VR S on his blog

https://bit.ly/3IGlrA4#

NEW Nikon 400mm F/2.8 with 1.4TC - field review wildlife photography with the Nikon Z9! How is it? Roie Galitz YT

https://bit.ly/34fNqYs

All NEW NIKON Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S by JANG HEE LEE

https://bit.ly/3H5Dyio

Nikon updated the Lens Roadmap showing the 400mm lens

https://bit.ly/3rM4b5i

Nikon Z7II firmware update version 1.31 released

https://bit.ly/3o2edOH

AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f / 4G ED VR becomes a discontinued in Japan

https://bit.ly/349I80y

It also seems that D500 is being discontinued as well

https://bit.ly/3rSrCdn

Tokina officially announced a new SZ 500mm f/8 Reflex MF super-tele lens for Nikon F and Z mounts

https://bit.ly/32zikKN

Canon is shutting down a major camera factory in China, returning to domestic production citing “facing unprecedented difficulties”

https://bit.ly/3rRlRwG

https://bit.ly/3IJpsDR

The Best Used Digital Cameras to Buy in 2022 by petapixel.

https://bit.ly/3AxaoGx

Capture One has discontinued stand alone versions for Nikon and all other brands.

https://bit.ly/3o2eCAH

Reviews & Tests:

Christopher Malcolm published an In-Depth Review on Z9 After Shooting With it Every Day for the Last Month at Petapixel

https://bit.ly/3r1epzE

Nikon Z9 vs Z6, D850 and Fuji X-S10 ISO Performance

https://bit.ly/3ggy9cF

Nikon 28-75 2.8 Is Here | Is It For You ? | Is It A Tamron ? | First Impressions | Matt Irwin

https://bit.ly/3nZvqZ2

Christopher Frost published his Review of Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S lens

https://bit.ly/34azheK

Nikon FTZ Essential Info And Speed Tests by Steve Perry

https://bit.ly/3r53chM

Weekend Read & Watch - FILM EDITION

Is Bulk Loaded Cine Film a Panacea for Rising Film Prices? – By Matt Wright

https://bit.ly/3AA2cFd

Apollo 11 Cameras, Ektachrome, and Making Kodak Film - Robert Shanebrook Interview. AnInstant YT

https://bit.ly/3KOf6V5

Vahagraphy Talk #16 Let's talk NIKON Z9, Nikon shop with Becky & Kon from Grays of Westminster

https://bit.ly/3rQhYrL

Thanks for listening!

11 Aug 2021Nikon Q1 Financial Results Full Breakdown, Z9 charger registered in Korea? D850 discontinued? CIPA June Sales, Nikon Global Market Share in 2020 - Nikon Report #3200:28:52

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese 

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

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Nikon Report #32

Nikon Q1 FINANCIALS

https://bit.ly/3seXwR5

https://bit.ly/3yGPjaE

https://yhoo.it/2XcWTfn

https://bit.ly/2XiMFKD

Nikon registered a new battery charger MH-33 in Korea https://bit.ly/37w7a8m

Drama: Nikon D850 got listed as discontinued at B&H and then re-listed is on back order. The internet exploded. https://bit.ly/3s9EGek

Nikon introduced three new golfer’s laser rangefinder: Coolshot 50i, Coolshot Lite Stabilised, Coolshot PROII https://bit.ly/3jJW7y3

The Nikon Z fc Digitutor is now available with the “Tips & tricks” videos on the new camera. https://bit.ly/3xCuYlF

Nikkei published the digital camera global market share for 2020 https://bit.ly/3jMIvSz

June CIPA Numbers 2021 https://bit.ly/37ydBYB,  https://bit.ly/3ATVwSa

Weekend Read & Watch

Shooting action on the Z6II with Nikon Ambassador Jasin Boland on his YT channel. https://bit.ly/3Ax6hJk

Nikon Old CM (1977 ~ 1994) from Japan by Keigo Moriyama YT https://bit.ly/3jKlccf

Thanks for listening!

10 Aug 2022Nikon Q1 Financial Results, New Firmware updates, Nikon Flashguns outsourced? 3rd party Z lenses when? - The Nikon Report 7900:35:16

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 79

Delivery updates:

https://bit.ly/3SDpIKf

Nikon released firmware updates for Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.2, 24-70mm f/2.8, and 105mm f/2.8 mirrorless lenses

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Firmware https://bit.ly/3SPfLJU

NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S Firmware https://bit.ly/3QfEXHB

NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Firmware https://bit.ly/3BPU5ap

AP Published a list of Nikon F mount lenses that had been discontinued in the last 3 years. https://bit.ly/3zNC75E

Nikon temporarily suspended the orders for Speedlight SB-500 flash for dealers. https://bit.ly/3p5aRL0

The SB-5000 flashgun production has been resumed. https://bit.ly/3p5aRL0

Nikon’s Q1 results show Imaging Products profits up 48% YoY, revenue nearly matching pre-pandemic results

https://bit.ly/3QwxqE1

https://bit.ly/3djE7ee

Panasonic, Nikon quit developing low-end compact digital cameras https://s.nikkei.com/3Aaxnsb

Canon says the camera market has 'largely bottomed out,' expects pro and 'advanced amateur' segments to grow. DPReview https://bit.ly/3QzS0mS

Tamron announced financial results for the summer Photo business remains strong Suggests sequential introduction of new mirrorless lenses in the second half of 2022

https://bit.ly/3Qy7SXb

Notice Regarding the repair of damaged items due to the heavy rain disaster from August 3, 2022

https://bit.ly/3SG7PKI

New digital issue if Nikon Pro magazine is out

https://bit.ly/3SCyt7o

Nikon Owner Magazine

https://www.nikonownermagazine.com/

Reviews: Nikon Z 400mm f/4.5 lens review by Christopher Frost

https://bit.ly/3SBJaqJ

Weekend Read & Watch

Photographer Reuben Wu uses drones to shed new light on Stonehenge for the National Geographic August cover

https://bit.ly/3djcWAy

An Homage to the Nikon F with Gray Levett - Grays' Livestream

https://bit.ly/3JFP32d

Nikon F2 Review by Grainydays

https://bit.ly/3djd6b8

SEE THE STUNNING WINNING IMAGES IN THE 2022 WORLD SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS by AP

https://bit.ly/3p7Ym1e

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #sony #canon


14 Mar 2023Nikon Z8 Rumors - Nobody KNOWS anything, Why ENTRY MIRRORLESS is so EXPENSIVE? Interview with Nikon Executive - More questions than Answers - Nikon Report 10500:34:29

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

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Nikon Report 105

DX camera sale in the UK

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/

Z8 Rumours round up:

More info on “Save the day” Campaign from Nikon Philippines.

https://tinyurl.com/2bxywzrc

Here is a recap of what we think we know about the upcoming Nikon Z8 camera with a few small details I received recently:

https://tinyurl.com/5hcejrda

Nikon specs on the slide floating around are not real according to NR.

https://tinyurl.com/2p8eavk7

Phototrend published an interview with Nikon at CP+2023.

https://tinyurl.com/54uenkx3

The Questions No One is Asking by Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/35927tu9

A very rare Nikon  lens is up for grabs. Nikkor-N 1.1/50mm lens

https://tinyurl.com/3kaypb8r

https://tinyurl.com/mrwjc3wn

Point of Discussion: The Average Digital Camera Price Has Doubled Over the Past Three Years by Petapixel

https://tinyurl.com/yxc9bz3c

Reviews:

Nikon Z30 Review: A Travel Camera That’s More Than Just for Vloggers by Petapixel

https://tinyurl.com/kbhj2drx

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lens review by Christopher Frost

https://tinyurl.com/duftatrd

Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD for Nikon Z lens review by Christopher Frost

https://tinyurl.com/z74mjy7h

Meike 10mm f/2 lens for Nikon Z-mount review by Nikon Rumours

https://tinyurl.com/ydua387v

Weekend Read and Watch

Live Camera Chat: Film Photography Challenge by Grays

https://tinyurl.com/3v2frxxj

How I Ended Up Using 11 Nikon Z9 Cameras to Film a TV Pilot by Christopher Malcolm at FStoppers.

https://tinyurl.com/ypuhxred

NIKON 50mm f/1.2 S VS 55mm f/1.2 CAN YOU TELL THE DIFFERENCE? by Matt Irwin

https://tinyurl.com/47bmm7fe

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z8 #z9

17 Oct 2023NIKON Z 600mm f/6.3 HANDS ON reports, Nikon ZF & 135 PLENA are shipping worldwide - Nikon Report 13300:19:19

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Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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0:00 Intro

0:22 Nikon ZF & 135mm Plena OUT NOW

1:18 Z600mm f/6.3 in short supply

2:29 Z600mm f/6.3 coverage

4:10 Z30 + 12-28 kit in the USA

4:41 Nikon ZF manual & reference guide available

5:33 Nikon won a few Design Awards

6:38 Nikon software updates

8:35 7Artisans 9mm f/5.6

10:06 Laowa 8-16mm DX zoom

10:49 OWC new CFExpress Gen 4 memory cards

12:20 Adobe MAX x Nikon

14:15 Lightroom Classic v.13 release

14:51 Nikon ZF is it Nikon's trojan horse?

16:42 Reviews

17:49 Weekend Read & Watch


Nikon Report 133

Nikon ZF and 135 Plena are shipping worldwide

https://tinyurl.com/jhh7vwjx

ORDER Z 135mm Plena Lens at Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-135mm-f-1-8-plena-pre-order-deposit/

Nikon Japan: the new Nikkor Z 600mm f/6.3 PF lens will be in short supply

https://shop.nikon-image.com/front/ProductJMA505DA

PRE-ORDER Nikkor Z 600mm f/6.3 PF lens at GRAYS:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-600mm-f-6-3-vr-s-pre-order-deposit/

Z 600mm f/6.3 comparison images shared by Nikon Rumours users

https://tinyurl.com/y6mv56d5

Nikon 600PF - First Look Field Review! by Steve Perry

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-frCJCnVcc

Nikon 600 mm F/6.3 VR S PF b y Jan Wegener

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LW307YoTQoY

Nikon's Nikkor Z 600mm F6.3 VR S by DPReview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QvPku82hlNs

New Nikon Z30 + 12-28mm Lens kit in the US

https://tinyurl.com/46eu6zer

Nikon Zf manual, reference guide

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/624/Z_f.html

Nikon ZF brochure

https://brochures.nikon-asia.com/Brochures/ML/Brochure_Z_f.pdf

PRE-ORDER Your NIKON ZF at GRAYS:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikon-zf-body-pre-orders-now-open/

Nikon won several Design Awards

https://www.nikon.com/company/technology/design/awards/g_design.html

Nikon ZF first look by Grays 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWulI23WYNo

NX Studio ver. 1.5.0

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/247.html

N-Log 3D LUT v.1.0.6

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/244.html

7Artisans 9mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount announced

https://tinyurl.com/4vah8jsb

Laowa 9mm f/2.8 lens for Nikon Z Mount

https://www.venuslens.net/product/9mm/

New Z 9mm f/5.6 SuperWide! Super Value? | Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUQMPdx_U2o

Venus Optics announced Laowa 8-16mm f/3.5-5 Zoom CF DX lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://www.venuslens.net/product/laowa-8-16mm-f3-5-5-zoom-cf/ref/172/

OWC released four new Atlas Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type B memory cards.

https://tinyurl.com/3tchakbe

Nikon was an engagement sponsor at Adobe Max

https://tinyurl.com/5n8ty2cu

Adobe MAX 2023: Day One - Keynotes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83ASqHZ-b14

Adobe MAX 2023: Day Two - A Day of Inspiration

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tmo_tHUs0no

Lightroom v.13 release

https://tinyurl.com/3v3jk5vf

Reviews

NIKON Zf Is It NIKON's TROJAN HORSE | Matt Irwin by Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOlJyb_L80M

Nikon Zf - Elevating Your Manual Focus Game by Bobby Tonelli

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nLAe-8Bqp8

Nikon 135mm f1.8 S Plena : All Hail the New "King of Bokeh"  by Bobby Tonelli

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxqIdrxm15Q

Nikon Z180-600mm Review by Fabian Fopp

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PodcTQ6HdbE

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon Photo Contest 2023 Final Judge Report

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZfeOi8wXnU

Nikon Sessions S2 | EPISODE 4: Fashion Photography

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_Am-OB4_SQ

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonzf #nikonplena


22 Nov 2022Would you rather buy a Nikon Z8 or D850 II??? Sigma Lenses for Nikon Z Mount are pretty much confirmed. Mirrorless vs DSLR - Game Over? - The Nikon Report 9200:26:29

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

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Nikon Report 92

Nikon Q2 Financials Q&A published

https://tinyurl.com/4muzrj3b

Nikon at the Inter BEE 2022 show in Japan

https://tinyurl.com/4fe7yayu

News Shooter published a video hands on with the MC-N10 Remote Grip from the show.

https://tinyurl.com/3ph6urd5

Sigma Netherlands claims that “a number” of mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount will “probably” be released in 2023

https://tinyurl.com/52tbevt4

Sigma’s CEO confirms the possibility of making mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount (Jan 2021)

https://tinyurl.com/pv59687r

Shotkit: “Nikon is the most popular camera brand used by professional photographers”

https://tinyurl.com/2twterk5

Black Friday Deals:

Grays Blue Friday

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/

Adobe Creative suite 40% off

www.adobe.com

For Black Friday the Topaz Labs Everything Bundle is now $179

https://www.topazlabs.com/

Small rig black friday

https://www.smallrig.com/

The new Voigtlander Macro APO-LANTHAR 65mm f/2 Aspherical lens for Nikon Z-mount will start shipping on November 24

https://tinyurl.com/2tpmkcdt

Dedicated L-bracket for the Nikon Z9.

https://tinyurl.com/443pm7j5

Weekend Read & Watch

Matt Irwin, Ricci & Seth Miranda RAW Live!!! | Photo Nerd Chat by Seth Miranda YT channel

https://tinyurl.com/5n8bhtr8

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #photography #z8

10 Mar 2022Wild Z4 Rumour, Z6 III / Z7 III / Z8 when? Z 24-120 f/4 S kit? Z9 Deliveries update - The Nikon Report #5900:26:09

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

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Nikon Report #59

Nikon launched March rebates in the USA https://bit.ly/3pJHXRz

Nikon India added a new Nikon Z6 II camera kit with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S lens https://bit.ly/3sMTX6r

RUMOURS: The NEW Camera & Asobinet reports that Nikon is developing an FF mirrorless "Z 4 (provisional)" without EVF? https://bit.ly/3sMwbaW

https://bit.ly/3hNJaTg

The new camera website also expects the Z6III to be released in August-October 2022. As well as reports that Z8 as well as Z5 II are currently in development. https://bit.ly/3IVCDSv

Z9 Coverage: Z9 Deliveries According to Thom Hogan. https://bit.ly/3KqVFjQ

Z9 Tests: Bill Maynard Nikon Z9 120 FPS For Birds In Flight Stills https://bit.ly/3Cmjl6b

Luka Esenko of YT published a video called “Pelicans in Flight - Nikon Z9 video AF test” https://bit.ly/3Mtp7rw

Alik Griffin published the Best Memory Cards Nikon Z6 II / Z7 II with tests https://bit.ly/3HTI6rE

Nikon Tech Support updated the list of Approved memory cards for Nikon Z cameras https://bit.ly/35VXruG

Nikon issued an update on Changes of Directors and Officers within the company. https://bit.ly/3pJ696z

Australian photographer Matthew Abbott won Nikon - Walkey Press Photographer of the Year. https://bit.ly/34k5i4C

Nikon Vertical Movie Award 2022 winners have been announced. https://bit.ly/3CjRdir

Nikon expands lineup of C3 eMotion intelligent actuator units for robotic joints used in collaborative robot https://bit.ly/3pN6vJd

3rd Party: Viltrox released a silver set of their 23/33/56mm f/1.4 DX lenses for Nikon Z https://bit.ly/3vImOLe

BackBlaze published the 2021 Drive Stats Review:  The SSD Edition https://bit.ly/3pN6IMv

Ilford film, paper and chemicals will increase in price later this month https://bit.ly/3pImurS

Reviews: PhotographyBlog reviewed a Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 lens https://bit.ly/3tAn9wH

Z 24-120mm f/4 S - Field Review by Grays https://bit.ly/3HNjxwn

Why the 100-400mm Lens is INCREDIBLE for Landscape Photography by Nigel Danson https://bit.ly/37bNPMX

Nikon 400mm 2.8 TC VR S + Z 9 For Portraits Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3ISkN2S

Weekend Read & Watch

Grays Livestream with Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3HWpVlm

Nikon Zfc A Love story from Prague by Jasin Boland https://bit.ly/3vRes49

Sony World Photography Awards 2022 shortlist. https://bit.ly/3hLvmc3

Thanks for watching! #nikon #z9 #nikonz9

13 Sep 2022What's coming from Nikon? NIKON vs RED lawsuit update, 40mp DX SENSOR for Z YES/NO? More Voigtlander lenses for Nikon Z are coming! - Nikon Report 8300:32:07

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk

Nikon Report 83

Nikon 10% OFF SALE ON Z Lenses until 21st September

https://tinyurl.com/yeycsuf7

Week of announcements and Where is Nikon?

https://tinyurl.com/yc2s826x

https://tinyurl.com/yebhh9jz

https://tinyurl.com/29k293w5

https://tinyurl.com/5br8b28a

Nikon is denying RED’s accusations and will be fighting the lawsuit

https://tinyurl.com/26rszxky

RC Jenkins explains the “legal speak”. Thanks for your help!

https://tinyurl.com/2p9bfmak

RED PATENTS - Things you only thought you knew about RED DIGITAL CINEMA CAMERA

https://tinyurl.com/bdf6cjzw

Nikon Japan lists Nikon Z6 as old product aka discontinued in Japan

https://tinyurl.com/mvdfe3zp

https://tinyurl.com/mts4d28m

Nikon Film Festival - 13e édition

https://www.festivalnikon.fr/

https://tinyurl.com/mhkf83nz

3rd Party News:

Cosina to announce two new Voigtlander lenses for Nikon Z-mount: NOKTON 40mm f/1.2 and MACRO APO-ULTRON D 35mm f/2

https://tinyurl.com/bdhjvrcx

Meyer Optik Görlitz Biotar 58 f/1.5 II lens for Nikon F and Z mount officially released and available for order

https://tinyurl.com/4xf6t8vm

New NiSi fast wide-angle ASPH lens for Nikon Z-mount is coming at the end of September

https://tinyurl.com/39796juw

Fringer NF-GFX smart adapter demo. Nikon lenses on GFX cameras with AF, AE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5cANVyC3xE

Reviews

Nikon 24-70 f/2.8 S Real World Review by Matt Irwin

https://tinyurl.com/vfw8xw95

Weekend Read & Watch

NIKON Z30 vs Z50 vs Zfc - which mirrorless DX camera is for you?

https://tinyurl.com/85c93ekh

How Steve Sasson Invented the Digital Camera by Petapixel

https://tinyurl.com/394u54rk

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #canon #fujifilm

08 Dec 2020The Nikon Report - Episode #200:29:10

Konstantin and Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.  

Production: Foteini Tasiopoulou 

​CHECK OUT SHOW NOTES:  

In addition to the Z 7 and Z 6, in the future, CFexpress memory card support will be added to the Nikon D5 (XQD-Type), Nikon D850, and Nikon D500 digital SLR cameras as well: https://bit.ly/39SIadV 

Links to firmware:  

D5 firmware v 1.40 : https://bit.ly/2VUNkhb

D850 firmware v 1.20 : https://bitly/36W86Ub

D500 firmware v 1.30 : https://bit.ly/3mYZfq6  

Nikon USA updated their lists of approved memory cards for the following models: D6, D5, D850, D500 (links below)   

Approved Memory Cards - D6: https://bit.ly/3oyF9n3

Approved Memory Cards - D5: https://bit.ly/3oDL6zj

Approved Memory Cards - D850: https://bit.ly/3oDL1eZ

Approved Memory Cards - D500: https://bit.ly/36Wdwyh

Approved Memory Cards - Z 7II and Z 6II: https://bit.ly/2W5L9I1

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Potential component shortage for Canon, Nikon, and Sony after a devastating three-day fire at Japanese high-end IC components factory: https://bit.ly/3qDXXmQ 

The Nikon F6 film SLR camera is now officially  discontinued in Japan and US. Watch our farewell Halloween stream: https://youtu.be/qs7NpbmPThs https://nikonrumors.com/2020/12/02/the-nikon-f6-film-slr-camera-is-now-officially-discontinued.aspx/#ixzz6fslEMJTF 

Nikon Z7 II shipping date: https://bit.ly/2LkkUeH 

CIPA's October report shows camera market has mostly recovered from its COVID-19 downturn: https://bit.ly/33WtBSN 

The top 5 best selling cameras at Grays of Westminster for the month of November:  

Nikon Z6 II: https://bit.ly/shopZ6II

Nikon D850: https://bit.ly/Shop_D850

Nikon Z 50: https://bit.ly/shop_z50   

Nikon D3500: https://bit.ly/shopD3500Nikon 

D780: https://bit.ly/shop_D780dslr 

Nikon UK & GoW closing dates: https://g.page/graysofwestminster?we 

Nikon Film Festival 11th Edition: https://www.festivalnikon.fr/en#participate 

NIKON UK ANNOUNCES DIGITAL PARTNERSHIP WITH THE NATIONAL GALLERY FOR 2020-2021: https://bit.ly/3qFZTeH 

In addition to the “VMZ-S3020” model, “VMZ-S4540” and “VMZ-S6555” with larger stage sizes are scheduled to be released in second half of 2021: https://bit.ly/2Ism7Q1 Nikon Corp has been Selected for Dow Jones Sustainability Indices “DJSI World” and “DJSI Asia Pacific” for the third consecutive year: https://www.nikon.com/news/2020/1126_djsi_01.htm 

One minute story about DDD and Nikon lenses: https://bit.ly/2IvZFpc 

NIKON REVIEWS & Articles:  24-50mm f/4-6.3 Nikkor Z review by Thom Hogan: https://bit.ly/37KffGn 

Nikon 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 DX Lens Review by Thom Hogan: https://bit.ly/39U8swu 

F.P.D. Cotterill, PhD sent us a link to the latest instalment from Brad Hill's field testing on 120-300 VR lens. 

According to him it is one of Nikon's best lenses ever: https://bit.ly/3lXGK4i Gear of the Year: https://bit.ly/37P6PNK 

13 Oct 2021Z 18-140mm lens announced, More Z9 News, Z9x in Poland, HUGE Specs discussion, 28-300 NO MORE, Future of DX, Drama in Japan, New Adobe Elements & MORE - The Nikon Report #3900:36:49

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report #39

Nikkor Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR DX Lens announced (add link here)

Z9 Teaser released https://bit.ly/3lcKOQQ

Nikon Z9 Teaser 1 Breakdown by Ricci Talks https://bit.ly/3iRXlHW

Nikon Z9 + Lenses Very Soon! By Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/2X7vz2D

Junya.Ishigami+Associates, Plaza of Kanagawa Institute of Technology https://bit.ly/3p4srQm

THOM HOGAN Z9x RUMOR from Poland https://bit.ly/2YILUf0

Big Z9 Specifications Discussion https://bit.ly/3ayNoul

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 lens is now shipping at Grays

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-40mm-f-2/

Real world photographs taken with the 40mm lens on Flickr https://bit.ly/3BGHeo0

28-300 VR has been discontinued in the UK

Drama in Japan: Zfc + 28mm lens kit has been delayed again https://bit.ly/3mKPEVi

Nikon released a limited edition F2 50th anniversary strap for sale. https://bit.ly/3v4mBQh

https://bit.ly/2YQqVH5

The Nikon Report 2021 is now available in English https://bit.ly/3mKIzUF

10% OFF Second Hand at Grays in October 2021 CODE: OCTOBER10OFF

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Question of the week

DX Future Discussion

Software updates: 

DxO released a PureRaw ver, 1.5 released with support for the Nikon Z fc camera https://bit.ly/3mMEI9F

Adobe also released the new Photoshop+Premiere Elements 2022. https://adobe.ly/3Azf111

Analogue Wonderland opens WonderLab https://analoguewonderland.co.uk/collections/film-developing

WEEKEND READ & WATCH

Nikon released an article on the Philosophy behind the design of the Nikon Zfc camera. https://bit.ly/3BCRs90

Thanks for listening!

21 Apr 2022Z9 Firmware 2.0, DPReview Z9 is best camera ever tested, DXO Mark score is out, Delivery updates, New Voigtlander Lens for Z, Adobe - The Nikon Report 6400:35:45

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 64

Dpreview’s Nikon Z9 review: the best camera ever tested

https://bit.ly/3v3NWnk

https://bit.ly/3xFV8rp

Interview: Sports photographer Mark Pain on the new Nikon Z9

https://bit.ly/3sabhRC

Nikon Marketing's Accurate Wording

https://bit.ly/3KfFTYZ

Nikon Z9 camera sensor tested at DxOMark

https://bit.ly/3v2bFEo

The next batch of Nikon Z9 camera shipments in the US is expected on May 10th https://bit.ly/3MjYCnn

The new Really Right Stuff plates for Nikon Z9 are now available for pre-order

https://bit.ly/3K3pdn2

Nikon Software updates:

Nikon SnapBridge version 2.9.0 released for iOS and Android.

iOS: https://apple.co/3Oo9Vge

Android:

https://bit.ly/37xa5RS

Pairing Tool for NX Field has been updated to ver. 1.0.1

https://bit.ly/3JX3AVv

3rd Party News:

Trade solidarity with Ukraine (BPI NEWS)

https://bit.ly/3vFcLoK

LAOWA LENSES LAND IN UK

https://bit.ly/3vFcLoK

Laowa also announced an update version of 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift lens for Nikon F and Z mounts

https://bit.ly/3EBc1Vm

Cosina announces $990 Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm F2 Aspherical lens for Z-mount cameras

https://bit.ly/3vwSYYk

Voigtlander NOKTON D 23mm f/1.2 Asph lens for Nikon Z-mount is also coming in May.

https://bit.ly/3vvW3I5

https://bit.ly/38cjaPO

Adobe released an April update for its Creative Suite.

https://adobe.ly/3jZH1oK

Weekend Read & Watch

Dirck Halstead, Photojournalist Who Captured History, Dies at 85 The New York Times

https://nyti.ms/3848R0l

Dirck Halstead obituary The Times

https://bit.ly/3L53MDG

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z9 #nikonz9

17 Jan 2023Nikon Japan Open pricing - WHAT's up? New Voigtlander Z lenses announced, Sigma Z glass coming at CP+ in Feb 2023? - The Nikon Report 9800:26:41

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 98

Nikon Japan introduced price revisions for some accessories (hot shoe covers) and “open pricing” for most Nikkor lenses.

https://tinyurl.com/mt7far3s

List of “Open Price” products:

https://tinyurl.com/yz36fwcy

https://tinyurl.com/2dacam3c

Nikon Japan announced a termination of Z fc exterior replacement service on January 31st

https://tinyurl.com/45ph66hh

New Nikon 85mm ƒ/1.2 and 26mm ƒ/2.8 Quick Lok at CES 2023 by Lok Cheung

https://tinyurl.com/y3tshstm

Alik Griffin updated his CFExpress cards list that he tested with a Nikon Z9

https://tinyurl.com/mrxzs4jv

The Nikon Z9 is tough by Nikon Rumours

https://tinyurl.com/4yt9k7af

3rd Party:

Cosina officially announced 2 new Voigtlander mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount: SUPER WIDE-HELIAR 15mm f/4.5 Asphl and NOKTON 50mm f/1 Asph

https://tinyurl.com/mwkmup8y

Voigtlander 15mm f/4.5

https://tinyurl.com/44c7ne2t

Voigtlander 50mm f/1.0

https://tinyurl.com/4v66np6p

Techart TZM-02 Leica M lens to Nikon Z camera autofocus adapter (version II) has been officially announced.

https://tinyurl.com/msx56pep

Techart TZM-02 Grays Review

https://tinyurl.com/5n6326yj

My NIKON Z9 now shoots LEICA-M Lenses with FAST AUTOFOCUS TRACKING by Mattphotographer

https://tinyurl.com/5jk33t5x

Camera maker 2023 first earnings announcement schedule

https://tinyurl.com/574tx83n

CP+2023 Announced the opening of visitor registration on January 19

https://tinyurl.com/cvmvy43r

https://tinyurl.com/2p9ndaz6

As predicted (by us as well as the others) Sigma didn’t announce the Z mount lenses at CES.

https://tinyurl.com/4cvtsfp7

https://tinyurl.com/mwbt2adp

https://tinyurl.com/4jjs77e5

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #photography #news

22 Jun 2021Nikon Report #26 - New D6 Firmware, New Lens Patents, Retro Z is coming & Ricci from Nikon is in da house00:41:02

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.  

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Special Guest: Ricci from Nikon @Riccitalks | YouTube

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Nikon Rumours published a Recap of a recent internal Nikon presentation https://bit.ly/2TQB0kq

The two new Nikkor Z 28mm f/2.8 and 40mm f/2 pancake lenses could be announced together with the Nikon Z fc camera on June 28th

https://bit.ly/3j0UCNi


Nikkor Z MC 105mm micro lens demand is too high, Nikon apologizes for not being able to deliver to everyone who pre-order on day 1.

https://bit.ly/3dnfHht


More leaked pictures of the upcoming Nikon Z fc retro-styled APS-C Z-mount mirrorless camera https://bit.ly/35HWDpB


90-140mm f/4-5.6 VR Micro-Nikkor in development? https://bit.ly/2UsyLEi

The inevitable thing happened!  Z5 price in US is $999

Nikon D6 firmware update version 1.30 released https://bit.ly/3xGxKXq

Updates from Japan. Nikon Japan Updated their “Response to new coronavirus” article https://www.nikon.co.jp/news/2021/0621_01.htm

Nikon Museum Japan launched “Nippon Kogaku” hot shoe cover https://bit.ly/3j653PE


Reviews: YT  - Why Food Photographers LOVE this LENS by The Bite Shot (105 Z) https://bit.ly/3jaaqNX


Nikon Z MC 50mm 2.8 | First Look by Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3zMomDr


Nikon Z6II Review 6 Months Later | The BEST Full Frame Camera You Probably Aren't Buying by Dan Watson

https://bit.ly/3gQWghM


Weekend Read & Watch

Ball, 3-Way, Geared and Gimbal: Why choosing the right tripod head matters by DPREVIEW TV YT channel

https://bit.ly/3zQPS2E

NIKKOR - The Thousand and One Nights No.68 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED - The first lens exclusively for digital SLRs https://bit.ly/3wOTy3f

LargeSense LS911 Hands-On: The First Digital Large Format Camera by Richard Brown and Nick Spiker at PetaPixel https://bit.ly/3xJrzC1


Thanks for listening!

24 Apr 2024Nikon x RED news, Z8 firmware update, Z 28-400mm lens shipping & more - Nikon Report 14800:29:44

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Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.


0:00 Intro

1:05 Z 28-400mm is shipping worldwide

3:12 Z8 and other Firmware updates

6:25 Z8 & ZF were best selling cameras at Map Camera

7:49 Nikon completes acquisition of RED

8:27 Nikon x RED at NAB

9:48 Live panel with Jarred Land

10:50 Nikon will make Cine Lenses?

13:15 Did Nikon buy RED because of the lawsuit?

16:14 Nikon is now a big player in Cinematography

18:38 Tamron Z 28-75 lens is shipping

20:00 Voigtlander Z 75mm f/1.5 announced

22:19 Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.7 DX Lens announced

23:33 Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 review

24:58 Atomos Ninja phone video co-processor


Nikon Report 148

Nikon Z 28-400 lens is shipping worldwide

Order yours at Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-28-400mm-f-4-8-vr-deposit/#tab-description

Nikon  Z 8 Firmware ver. 2.0.1

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/527.html

Z 5 Firmware ver. 1.4.3

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/526.html

Z 50 Firmware v. 2.5.1

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/519.html

Z 30 Firmware ver 1.11

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/520.html

D6 Firmware ver. 1.60

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/521.html

D780 Firmware ver. 1.11

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/525.html

COOLPIX P950 Firmware ver. 1.5

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/523.html

COOLPIX P1000 Firmware ver. 1.7

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/524.html

Nikon Message Center 2 (mac) ver. 2.5.1

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/253.html

Z8 and ZF were best selling cameras for 2023 at MAP Camera Japan

https://tinyurl.com/3265smm7

Nikon Triumphs With Four Wins At This Year's TIPA World Awards

https://tinyurl.com/bdfyt45e

Nikon completes acquisition of RED, appoints a new CEO

https://www.nikon.com/company/news/2024/0412_imaging_01.html

https://tinyurl.com/2wpjzkfp

RED was showcasing the all-new V-RAPTOR [X] and V-RAPTOR XL [X] cameras at the 2024 NAB show. It was part of the Nikon stand.

https://tinyurl.com/mstsmnun

Photos of Nikon stand from NAB

https://tinyurl.com/ywrym9nz

Exclusive NAB Live With Jarred Land (ex RED President) - RED, After Nikon Acquisition - Where We Go From Here by Scott Balkum

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYEcoWjkHx0&t=2s

RED Will Continue to Support Canon RF, But Nikon is ‘Considering’ Making Cine Optics

https://tinyurl.com/3f6bxdn8

A New Camera Using Both Nikon and RED Tech Will Come in ‘A Few Years’

https://tinyurl.com/2ckaex5z

Nikon Began Steps to Acquire RED in 2022 ‘Due to the Lawsuit

https://tinyurl.com/5t4548z4

3rd party:

Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Nikon Z is also shipping

Order yours at Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/tamron-28-75mm-f-2-8-di-iii-vxd-g2-nikon-z/#tab-description

Voigtlander NOKTON 75mm f/1.5 Aspherical full-frame mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount

Pre order yours at Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/voigtlander-75mm-f-1-5-nokton-aspherical-lens-for-nikon-z-mount-cameras/#tab-description

New Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.7 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now shipping

https://viltroxstore.com/en-gb/products/viltrox-af-56mm-f1-7-xf-z?variant=40983511400514

https://tinyurl.com/wtc3njzz

Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 Full Frame Lens Review for Nikon Z Mount - Affordable 20mm Wide Angle for Nikon by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQHLvKhJB2Q&t

Atomos announces the Ninja phone video co-processor

https://tinyurl.com/mu7zcd2u

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #nikonred #voigtlander


17 Jan 2024All Aboard Nikon Z6 III Hype Plane? - the latest news - New firmware, etc - Nikon Report 14100:23:41

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0:00 Intro

0:16 Nikon Z6 III new camera registered in China

3:53 Z6 III dual Expeed 7?

6:15 Z6 III influencers

7:49 Z6 III - Lanzarote

10:37 Nikon at CES & CP+

11:21 Best selling Nikon at Map Cameras & Grays

16:38 New US rebates & UK & EU promos

17:10 Nikon Z 18-140 DX firmware update

17:38 Nikon Smart telescope launched

18:40 TT Artisane 10mm f/2 lens announced

19:49 Yongnuo Z 50mm f/1.8 lens announced

20:21 New Z lens accessories

21:31 Weekend Read & Watch


Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 141

Nikon registered a new camera in Asia (N2214)

http://tinyurl.com/35wjh5f5

http://tinyurl.com/8xztx66z

http://tinyurl.com/mr24an3y

More rumoured Nikon Z6 III camera specifications from China

http://tinyurl.com/35p27sd9

Influencers talk about an upcoming mysterious trip (Nikon Z6III?)

http://tinyurl.com/4sb7fbt7

Nikon event for influencers in Lanzarote at the end of January (Nikon Z6III?)

http://tinyurl.com/2v596m26

UPDATE: Influencers are flying today… be on the lookout for the Nikon Z6III in Lanzarote

http://tinyurl.com/4yrmyyvc

Nikon at the 2024 CES show

https://www.nikon.com/company/news/2024/0109_01.html

http://tinyurl.com/ykmxksy3

CP+ in Japan is scheduled for 22-25 Feb in Yokohama Japan

https://nikonrumors.com/2024/01/04/nikon-at-the-2024-ces-show.aspx/

Nikon has both the best-selling camera and lens for 2023 at Map Camera Japan

http://tinyurl.com/yw3kch73

Nikon 2023 Bestsellers at Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxqOD0JcqTA

New Nikon rebates in the US (800mm f/6.3: $500 off, Z8: $200 off)

http://tinyurl.com/v3cfawnc

UK & EU Nikon Winter Savings has been extended till 29th January.

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/

NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Firmware

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/510.html

Nikon Made a New In-Camera ‘Digital Watermark’ to Go on Top of C2PA

http://tinyurl.com/3uwvj6sz

https://www.nikon.com/company/news/2024/0109_imaging_02.html

Nikon launched Smart Telescopes ODYSSEY PRO and ODYSSEY

https://www.nikon.com/company/news/2024/0109_odyssey_01.html

Nikon camera used in North Korean spy satellite

https://nikonrumors.com/2023/12/23/nikon-camera-used-in-north-korean-spy-satellite.aspx/

3rd Party

TTartisan announced a new 10mm f/2 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://ttartisan.myshopify.com/products/102?variant=43922867978402

The Yongnuo YN50mm f/1.8Z DA DSM lens for Nikon Z-mount will be officially announced on January 18th with a price tag under $100

http://tinyurl.com/mej3cx3j

iShoot metal lens collar tripod mount ring for the Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens.

http://tinyurl.com/5yme783w

3rd party Lens Hood For Nikon Z40 f2 Z28 f2.8 is now available on ebay

https://www.ebay.com/itm/285303386289?siteid=0&customid&toolid=20012

Weekend Read & Watch

Teaching A Portrait Master Class With Joe McNally In London | Featuring Nikon & Profoto

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6Ba3dD2fak

Nikon D80 RETRO review: BEST budget DSLR! By Gordon Laing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llCWBLiQd8A

Nikon's UNDERRATED compact 35mm camera - Nikon L35AF Compact Point and Shoot 35mm Film Camera by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnW8pDk0yA

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #nikonz6iii #nikonzf

06 Jan 20222022 is here, Z9 New Firmware is OUT, Z9 January Shipments Confirmed, Real life tests of Z9 are published, Z9 cage & L Plates released - The Nikon Report #5000:46:24

Nikon Report #50

Z9 Deliveries:

Z9 being shipped worldwide. Check out the comments under our recent videos for a lot of people reporting that they already received their cameras. https://bit.ly/337U3v1

Nikon USA sent out emails today indicating that all NPS Z9 orders placed before December 19th will be fulfilled by mid-January. https://bit.ly/3HALGHq

Grays update. Talk about BLOG article: Z 9 – Ordering, Shipping & Delivery https://bit.ly/3eS4khx

According to discussion on DPReview forums B&H is also already shipping Nikon Z9 cameras to non-NPS members. https://bit.ly/3zHNcVH

The next shipment is rumoured to be scheduled for mid January. https://bit.ly/3zwdeLu

DEBUNK: Several stores in Japan such as Yodobashi Cameras and Bic Store listed the Nikon Z9 shipping time for new orders as October 2022 https://bit.ly/3tgzh7R

Z9 Manual & Reference guides are now available online. https://bit.ly/3n18tEn

Nikon released a Z9 firmware update version 1.10 https://bit.ly/3eZujUg

The Nikon Z 9 Firmware Update Wishlist by Brad Hill https://bit.ly/3qRaGDz

For those who are into unboxing videos head to Nikon Rumours in the link below. https://bit.ly/3EWOBZq

Nikon released updates to Camera Control Pro 2 and N-Log 3D LUT with support for the new Nikon Z9 camera:

Camera Control Pro 2 https://bit.ly/3n18F6z

N-Log 3D LUT https://bit.ly/3G1AXoW

Photons to Photons published a Photography Dynamic Range chart on their website. https://bit.ly/3q6tf7P

SmallRig has a cage available for Nikon Z9 https://bit.ly/3eWlBWU

ProMediaGear also released a new L-bracket for Nikon Z9 https://bit.ly/335QS74

PortaBrace Rain Slicker Waterproof Raincover for Nikon Z9 https://bhpho.to/31ssXyi

Profoto issued a press release which states that collaboration with Nikon resulted in compatibility with new Nikon Z 9 camera from day 1 . https://bit.ly/3eXeOMG

Z 9 #2 Using the Z 9: The Basics, Part 1 | Nikon Z Series | Digitutor https://bit.ly/3JHZWjv

Z 9 #3 Using the Z 9: The Basics, Part 2 | Nikon Z Series | Digitutor https://bit.ly/3EXUpSm

ZP Productions published a video testing the  Z9 EVF Camera Latency vs Canon R3 and Sony A1https://bit.ly/3qOpm6x

Seth, Matt + Ricci Return Z9's In Hand | Last Vid Of The Year | Let's Talk Flagships https://bit.ly/3JKS4he

CineD YT channel specialising on video published a video called: Nikon Z 9 Review - Our Mirrorless Camera of the Year for Video 2021 https://bit.ly/3qQ0DhZ

Cined.com also published an article: Nikon Z 9 Lab Test – Rolling Shutter, Dynamic Range and Latitude Test https://bit.ly/3HyFZd0

The rest of the links are in out YouTube channel.

Thanks for listening!

18 Jul 2023Nikon Z6, Z6 ii, Z7 & Z7 ii firmware updates, Tamron 35-150 f/2 lens coming soon? - Nikon Report 12100:24:36

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk


0:00 Intro

0:39 Nikon Z6ii & Z7ii firmware updates

6:10 Nikon Z6 & Z7 firmware updates

7:54 Tamron 35-150 for Nikon Z coming?

10:02 Z 24-120 vs Tamron 35-150

12:54 Z8 service advisory turn around time updated

14:26 Nikon Z8 infrared converted

14:45 Nikon Corp News

16:13 Zhongyi Optics APO 200mm f/4 Macro 1X lens for Nikon Z-mount

17:11 DXO new lens modules

17:25 Reviews

20:32 Nikon Z9 underwater photo review


Nikon Report 121


Z 6II Firmware

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/499.html

Z 7II Firmware

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/501.html

Z 6 Firmware

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/497.html

Z 7 Firmware

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/498.html

NEW FIRMWARE NIKON Z6 | Z6 II | Z7 | Z7 II | Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=If0-MwsbO5E

Nikon Rumours: Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 S-line lens is to be announced in the August/September

https://tinyurl.com/48pvcbe3

Rumours: Tamron to announce 35-150mm f/2-2.8 lens for Nikon Z Mount in a few weeks.

https://tinyurl.com/fyfsyj5t

https://tinyurl.com/yc63x9sr

Z8 Return for Service Time (Updated) by Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/23k58t64

Nikon Z8 infrared spectrum converted camera

https://tinyurl.com/3dzxs8fh

Nikon Raised Wages Twice in Nine Months by Yahoo Japan (via VPN)

https://tinyurl.com/ywpem7dj

3rd Party:

Zhongyi Optics APO 200mm f/4 Macro 1X lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced

https://tinyurl.com/mf97d98z

Zhongyi Optics APO 200mm f/4 Macro Sample photos:

https://tinyurl.com/hzkekw2h

DxO released 369 new Optics Modules adding support for the Nikkor Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR lens

https://tinyurl.com/bdf8v26y

Reviews

Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens review by Xitek.

https://tinyurl.com/der47k37

NIKON Z 100-400 or 180-600 | Which Should You Choose? | Discussion with Matt and Joe | Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FsoNPHODZY

Nikon Z8 Sensor test by DXO Mark

https://www.dxomark.com/nikon-z8-sensor-test/

Review: the Nikon Z9 and Nauticam NA-Z9 housing by The Underwater Club

https://theunderwaterclub.com/review-the-nikon-z9-and-nauticam-na-z9-housing/

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #z8 #z9

19 Jan 2022Z 400mm f/2.8 S Lens Officially Announced, new Zfc firmware, Death of DSLR - The Nikon Report 5200:25:40

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk

Nikon Report #52

Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 S Lens officially Announced

https://bit.ly/33M1Mj0

Nikon Z fc firmware update version 1.20 released

https://bit.ly/33M1Mj0

Nikon's patent application for "24-85mm F2.8-4 VR" , "16-55mm F2.8-4 VR", 12-40mm f/2.8-4

https://bit.ly/3AkaYHy

Nikon’s Robot Vision Tech Can See Down to 1mm at 500FPS

https://bit.ly/32esRuI

CIPA November 2021 numbers

https://bit.ly/3A9Uphc

https://bit.ly/3IijU2G

Canon CEO confirms the 1DX Mark III will be the company's last flagship DSLR

https://bit.ly/3fzDjjp

Yongnuo AF 85mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount is coming soon.

https://bit.ly/3KnL6Py

New Irix Cine 21mm T1.5 lens announced for Nikon Z mount

https://bit.ly/3FHFXhw

Reviews

Nikon Z9 Review: The Best Video Camera of 2022? By Gerald Undone

https://bit.ly/3GGYagJ

Gloves For Cold Shooting + Z9 100-400 & Action by Hudson Henry Photography

https://bit.ly/32ackYz

Nikon Z 24-120mm f4 S review by CameraLabs

https://bit.ly/353581D

Nikon Z 28mm f/2.8 Lens Review: Tiny, Mighty, And Cheap by DAVID CREWE at Petapixel

https://bit.ly/33Qh06B

Weekend Read & Watch

Designer's Voice vol.4

https://bit.ly/33wxaSL

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06 Dec 2023Nikon Z8 & Z9 firmware incoming? Z 24-400 lens Rumor, Harman Phoenix NEW 35mm Film Nikon Report 13900:20:08

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Nikon Report 139

UK Promotions

Z8 enhanced px + free FTZ

£180 off Z 85

£450 off Z 800

Trade your DSLR lens towards Z lens

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/

New Nikon Z8/Z9 firmware updates rumored to be released soon (new pre-capture in RAW feature?)

https://tinyurl.com/2kb24ap9

Rumored Nikon Z9/Z8 firmware updates roadmap

https://tinyurl.com/mrxj6bu7

COOLPIX P950 Firmware

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/508.html

Nikon rumored to announce a new NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/3.5-6.3 lens

https://tinyurl.com/mw6d5cts

Harman Phoenix Brand New Colour Film Launched

https://tinyurl.com/4ehh9rsb

https://www.harmantechnology.com/

Weekend Read & Watch

We Interview Joe McNally & Seth Miranda - Nikon, Global Shutter, Lighting & Constructive Critique by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikph5PRsZy0

Omar Gonzalez Photography reviews Nikon ZF

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2xeOj26Vn8

Nikon 180-600 vs 600 PF vs 800 PF by Matt Granger

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPgjO27N3lo

Plena 135mm vs 200mm F2 - Ultimate Portrait Lens Shootout! By Matt Granger

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GI2zjOfK-BI

Z6 III Is It Coming? Z500? | Zf, Leica & More With Bobby Tonelli & Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0qhgS1rJek

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24 Aug 2022New Nikon Z8 Rumours, Z7 discontinued?, We discuss the Z6 III & Z7 III and the rest of the Nikon Z line up - The Nikon Report 8000:33:13

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Nikon Report 80

Nikon Z8 Rumours: https://bit.ly/3PQvhlU

https://bit.ly/3AloRph

https://bit.ly/3pEc78c

Four Nikon products honored with EISA Awards https://bit.ly/3dVYXB3

Nikon Z7 listed as discontinued in Japan https://bit.ly/3AK9AzR https://bit.ly/3pEc78c

Nikon MC-CF660G CFexpress Type B memory card benchmarks https://bit.ly/3wOJQzZ

Nikon published Q&A section of their Q1 Financial Presentation that covered last week. https://bit.ly/3Th4WAC

Fotodiox released firmware updates for several of their Nikon Z-mount Adapters:

Fusion smart adapter – Canon EF/EF-S lens to Nikon Z-mount  https://bit.ly/3R3XC9p

Pronto AF adapter – Leica M lens to Nikon Z-mount camera https://bit.ly/3R1dAks

Fusion smart adapter – Mamiya 7 lens to Nikon Z-mount camera https://bit.ly/3Kid2Vd

Yongnuo soon to announce the YN 16mm f/1.8S DA DSM lens for Nikon Z mount https://bit.ly/3Rod4gX

New AstrHori 85mm f/2.8 TS-E macro tilt  lens for Nikon Z-mount https://bit.ly/3R2OGB6

JJC launches large eyecup for Nikon Z9 https://bit.ly/3QOElsL

ThinkTank HYDROPHOBIA Eyepiece for Nikon Z9 https://bit.ly/3pIC2eQ

KAZA half leather case for Nikon DF added 2 new colours https://bit.ly/3ASKGOB

Nico van Dijk’s Nikon website is back online after a one-year of absence. http://www.nicovandijk.net/

Adobe MAX The Creativity Conference is back as a virtual event. https://adobe.ly/3QONMbE

Create NYC (formerly PhotoPlus) has been postponed until 2023 https://bit.ly/3Tatrzh

The Photography Show UK  https://www.photographyshow.com/

Reviews: Nikon Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S & TC-1.4x vs. 500mm f/5.6E PF VR & 400mm f/2.8G VR https://bit.ly/3wrBu0Q

Weekend Read & Watch

Why we LOVE the Nikon FM3a 35mm film camera by Grays https://bit.ly/3ckolzN

THE 24-70mm PLUS COMPARISON - all the 24-XX lenses in the Z range compared! By Grays https://bit.ly/3Ct8CsN

Celebrate World Photography Day with us! Grays' Livestream https://bit.ly/3CsINJj

Nikon Z 24-120/4 S Review | Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3AKLy7Q

How to Test Your Gear at Home  - The Lensrentals Podcast https://apple.co/3PNTnh0

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #sony #canon

16 Jul 2021Nikon Zfc is so hot right now! Z9 coming when? D6 firmware update, CIPA May sales - NIKON REPORT #2900:28:42

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report #29 Timestamps

0:00 Intro

0:25 Big Zfc coverage

0:46 Zfc is so HOT in Hong Kong

1:41 Positive reception of Zfc in Japan

3:33 More details in Zfc and it's development

5:29 Zfc Colors available in the USA

5:59 BCN writes about women & Zfc

8:07 Some criticism of Zfc by Thom Hogan

11:20 Nikon temporarily suspends orders for the Nikkor 500mm f/4E FL

12:28 MC-21a back in stock

13:13 High demand for the new Z DX16-50 lens in SILVER

13:29 Z9 coverage

14:42 Our take on the Z9 release date

17:57 Tokyo Olympics Update

19:11 What Nikon will release next?

20:05 New firmware for Nikon D6

21:25 Nikon will give some glass to a telescope maker

22:15 CIPA Sales figures for May 2021

24:28 Weekend Read & Watch

25:50 Becky thoughts on 50mm & 105mm micros


Links

The new Nikon #Zfc is really hot in Hong Kong https://bit.ly/36AOOCE 

Richard Haw published a very nice report on Zfc https://bit.ly/3hzc1eN 

BCN Ranking published an article on ZFC https://bit.ly/2T7BbYu

Thom Hogan & Zfc  

Nikon temporarily suspends orders for the Nikkor 500mm f/4E FL ED VR lens and other products https://bit.ly/3AZxQfl 

Nikon announced a high demand for the new Nikkor Z DX16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 SILVER lens https://bit.ly/3i6H7td

The Nikon Z9 is rumored to be announced in November/December https://bit.ly/3B0zqxt 

The Nikon Z9 camera is scheduled to be tested by multiple photographers in August https://bit.ly/3kuvU8X

Our take on the Z9 release date

Olympics news. Tokyo goes to Lockdown again. https://reut.rs/3i0XOGo

What shall come next?

Nikon released a D6 firmware update version 1.31 https://bit.ly/36z2duX

Nikon and Unistellar announce a master joint development agreement https://bit.ly/3xEc7rd

CIPA Sales Numbers for May 2021. https://bit.ly/3r6vney https://bit.ly/3ATVwSa

Nikon Z 28mm F2.8 SE. First look. Samples and Quick tests. FT 28mm F1.4E by Ricci Talks https://bit.ly/36xR4L5

Which MC? Nikon MC 105mm or MC 50mm | Which One For You? | Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3B3uQi7

Thanks for listening!


21 Nov 2023Nikon Z9h Rumors, Nikon ZF firmware, EN-EL25a announced - NEW DX camera coming? - Nikon Report 13800:23:41

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0:00 Intro

0:16 Black Friday Deals

2:03 Nikon ZF is the best selling camera in Japan

3:06 Nikon ZF firmware

3:50 Nikon ZFc firmware

4:05 EN-EL25a announced

5:19 DX camera coming soon?

10:56 Nikon Z9h rumors

13:56 90th Anniversary of Nikkor Lenses

16:23 Nikon Financials Q&A

18:43 rare 300mm f/2 PL sold

19:35 Adapted Lenses for Nikon Z

21:21 Reviews


Nikon Report 138 (20.11.2023)

Black Friday Grays Deals

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/

Nikon Winter Savings

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product-tag/nikon-winter-instant-savings/

The Nikon Zf, the best-selling camera in many Japanese stores

https://tinyurl.com/ymn9vw7s

https://tinyurl.com/2nuzzebj

Zf Firmware v1.10

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/507.html

Z fc Firmware ZFc v.1.5.0

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/506.html

New EN-EL25a Li-ion rechargeable battery announced

https://www.nikon-image.com/products/accessory/power_supply/en-el25a/

Is DX Next? By Thom Hogan

https://www.zsystemuser.com/nikon-z-system-news-and/is-dx-next.html

Very early rumors of a new Nikon Z high-speed camera (Z9h?) to be announced for the Paris 2024 Olympics

https://tinyurl.com/5xw9vv6w

Nikon celebrated the 90th anniversary of it’s Nikkor Lenses

https://www.nikonusa.com/en/about-nikon/press-room/press-release/lo74gelj/NIKKOR-CELEBRATES-ITS-90th-ANNIVERSARY.html

Q2 Financial Results Q&A

https://www.nikon.com/company/ir/ir_library/result/qa/2024_2q/20231114_e.pdf

RARE 300mm f/2 AIS appears at auction

https://www.catawiki.com/en/l/75368019-nikon-nikkor-300mm-t2-ed-century-precision-optics-housing

NIKON Zf + Adapted F Mount Lenses by Matt Granger

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eYLF-7Pr6k

MosterAdapter announces the development of AF lens adapter LA-FE2 compatible with Nikon D type lens drive

https://asobinet.com/info-release-development-la-fe2/

Reviews:

Nikon Zf review - What is it really like? Performance, Handling, Pros and Cons by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R05MpLc8zng

A Tilt Shift MACRO Lens for Nikon Z!? TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 Macro lens with Tilt-Shift REVIEW by grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByDuATzr-x0

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon Cameras and Lenses in Space by Tim Chapman

https://www.timmchapman.com/gallery/nasa-nikon-profiles/

NASA Nikon F4 Electronic Still Camera - First Digital SLR in Space

https://www.timmchapman.com/page/nasa-nikons/

NASA Nikkor lens serial number database

https://www.timmchapman.com/page/nasa-nikkor-lens-serial-number-database/

Nikon Ambassador Michelle Valberg on Storytelling in Wildlife Photography by Petapixel

https://petapixel.com/2023/11/06/nikon-ambassador-michelle-valberg-on-storytelling-in-wildlife-photography/

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #nikkor #nikonzf

30 Mar 2022Nikon Price hike soon, List of of newly discontinued products, Z9 definitive test, More 3rd party lenses announced - Nikon Report 6100:35:29

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 61

Prices Going Up from the 1st April

https://bit.ly/3wN8ilJ

The List of Discontinued Nikon Products in the UK

www.nikon.co.uk

Dpreview published an article “Nikon Z9 studio scene shows great speed comes at little cost”

https://bit.ly/3tOiF71

Service Photo is offering a free online event “Nikon Z9: Making sense of menus” on Thursday, March 31 present by Nikon NPS USA.

https://bit.ly/3LsoD3l

https://bit.ly/3iJf6cb

PhotonsToPhotos published the measurements of a Nikon Z fc camera sensor

https://bit.ly/3JSscQf

Nikon Releases New Gen 8 Plate FPD Lithography System FX-88S

https://bit.ly/3LsoLjl

https://bit.ly/38cLXEb

Nikon continues to support MARILYN STAFFORD FOTOREPORTAGE AWARD.

https://bit.ly/3IRr1iB

3rd Party:

The new Voigtlander NOKTON D 35mm f/1.2 lens for Nikon Z-mount will be released on April 6

https://bit.ly/3LslXmG

TTartisan 32mm f/2.8 autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount will be officially announced on Monday the 28th

https://bit.ly/3ITWaSu

Venus Optics is rumored to announce a new Laowa FF S 20mm f/4 C-Dreamer shift lens for Nikon

https://bit.ly/3wM4EZv

Angelbird released firmware update version AVX2.12 for the CFexpress Type B SE/SX/MK2 memory cards.

https://bit.ly/3NptdS1

Pergear released a full line of CFexpress cards.

https://bit.ly/3JTXplS

REVIEWS

Nikon Z9 Camera Review by Thom Hogan

https://bit.ly/3DpkPx5

Thom Hogan also released his Complete Guide to the Nikon Z9 Book which is now available for purchase on his website.

https://bit.ly/3wR4wYH

Weekend Read & Watch

The Technology & Features of Nikon Z Mount Lenses with Nikon School's Ricci Chera

https://bit.ly/36yMlwm

Nikon Z9 What I Love & Hate | Before the Firmware Update by Seth Miranda

https://bit.ly/3Dpl7Eb

Grays' Live Stream: Special Guest Seth Miranda

https://bit.ly/3tOjk8v

FUGUFILM 400 OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

https://bit.ly/384SrEV

Is Film Too Expensive? An In-Depth Look at Film Prices, Price Hikes, and the Real Cost of Film. by Ludwig Hagelstein at Silver Grain Classics Magazine

https://bit.ly/3IOMtEQ

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z9 #nikonz9

03 Oct 2023Nikon Z 600mm SMALL lens incoming? 135mm Plena & Lenses WE wish to see from Nikon Nikon Report 13100:25:14

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0:00 Intro

0:40 Z5 Firmware update

2:05 Nikon Z9 firmware update rumour

2:30 Z 600mm lightweight rumour

5:44 Z 135mm Plena coverage

7:51 Nikon Z lens roadmap updated

15:15 Nikon Small World Award winners announced

16:23 Nikon Integrated report released

16:41 Smallrig announced USB-C batteries for Nikon

18:58 Sigma to announce a new lens?

19:40 Tamron Z lenses

21:32 Z 105 review by Admiring light

23:04 Weekend Read & Watch


Nikon Report 131

Z 5 Firmware ver. 1.41

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/504.html

Nikon Nikkor Z 600mm f/6.3 PF lens rumours from China

https://tinyurl.com/3rrudy6s

PRE-ORDER Z NIKKOR 135MM F/1.8 S PLENA LENS AT GRAYS:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-135mm-f-1-8-plena-pre-order-deposit/

Stunning NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena Is Here | WOW ! | First Look - Images & Video | Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6o8Rq1aL1mM

135mm Nikkor Plena - The Worlds Best Portrait Lens by Matt Granger

https://youtube.com/watch?v=j7FASDFlfQo

NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena | Live Q&A with Mark Cruz

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_ipGtQhVcU

The First look at Nikon Zf Retro Camera & Z 135mm Plena Lens with Ricci - Nikon Live Camera Chat by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_5n-xKYrG8

NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena | The Making of Plena: Part I | Concept

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UD0jWHGsxoQ

NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena | The Making of Plena: Part II | Round bokeh

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8tg0Lr7pDQ

NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena | The Making of Plena: Part III | AF system

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpJMPKYPJpw

The Thousand and One Nights No.32 - Nikkor AF 135mm f/2D DC

https://imaging.nikon.com/imaging/information/story/0032/

Updated Nikon Z roadmap

https://nikonrumors.com/2023/09/28/updated-nikon-z-lens-roadmap-one-more-lens-left-35mm-f-1-2.aspx/

Patent application for optical system based on Nikon's "Z 35mm F1.4" and "Z 50mm F1.4"

https://asobinet.com/info-patent-nikon-35mm-f1-4-50mm-ff1-4/

Nikon Instruments Inc. has revealed the winners of the popular annual Nikon Small World in Motion Competition.

https://www.nikonsmallworld.com/news/a-glimpse-into-the-central-nervous-system-wins-the-13th-annual-nikon-small-world-in-motion-competition

https://petapixel.com/2023/09/26/neuron-formation-timelapse-wins-nikon-small-world-in-motion/

Nikon Integrated Report has been released.

https://nikon.com/company/ir/management/nikon-report/

SmallRig announced USB-C fast charging batteries for Nikon cameras

https://www.smallrig.com/smallrig-EN-EL15c-USB-C-Rechargeable-Camera-Battery-4332.html

https://www.smallrig.com/smallrig-EN-EL25-USB-C-Rechargeable-Camera-Battery-4333.html

Sigma will also be announcing an APS-C ultra-wide lens on October 5th. (rumour)

https://twitter.com/camerainsider/status/1707393303594090583

Tamron: “In terms of development capacity, we only produce about five new lenses a year.”

https://tinyurl.com/6y5tmf2u

Review: Nikon Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S by Admiring Light

https://admiringlight.com/blog/review-nikon-nikkor-z-mc-105mm-f-2-8-vr-s/

NIKKOR The Thousand and One Nights No.87 - Challenging limits - New Nikkor 200mm f/4

https://imaging.nikon.com/imaging/information/story/0087/

Cameras That Changed Photography Forever by Matt Williams at Petapixel

https://petapixel.com/2023/09/30/cameras-that-changed-photography-forever/

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #nikonz #plena


10 Mar 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #1300:39:14

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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dpreview's published interview with Keiji Oishi- Department Manager of Nikon's Imaging Business Unit which is titled: Interview: Nikon - "A flagship Nikon Z series mirrorless camera can be expected within the year http://bit.ly/3bz4auF


Two new Nikon cameras registered in Russia http://bit.ly/3bA0kl4

Nikon issued a notice Regarding Recording of Gain on Sale of Investment Securities https://bit.ly/30s3gKc & http://bit.ly/3eqnqwd

Nikon Announces Studio NX software http://bit.ly/30wq8YY

Nikon announces reorganization of corporate structure https://bit.ly/3l55QPD


At the same time Nikon announced Changes of Directors, Officers and Assignment. Full list of who replaced whom is in the link below.

https://bit.ly/3bz50HP


Nikon Japan issued another notice on their Response to Corona virus situation in Japan. http://bit.ly/3enH9wN

Nikon has dropped the Z5 price in the UK. It is now £1074 for the body. Nikon Also introduced a 24-70mm f/4 kit with this camera.

http://bit.ly/2OUD70K

Nikon released a firmware update for a D780 camera v.1.02 http://bit.ly/3chsNv3

We also saw a Z 50 Firmware v.2.03 http://bit.ly/3cgpwfD


The Coolpix W300 underwater compact camera has been updated with fv 1.50 (released back in 2017) http://bit.ly/2OD3Lyy & https://bit.ly/3bzG1o4


Nikon updated the list of Snapbridge, Snapbridge 360/170, Wireless Mobile Utility compatible Cameras https://bit.ly/2Onchlf


NX Studio

http://bit.ly/2NaOepi & https://bit.ly/30wq8YY


Capture NX-D update v.1.6.5 http://bit.ly/3cgqQz7


ViewNX-i update v.1.4.5 http://bit.ly/2OGmCbI


CIPA Number for January 2021

http://www.cipa.jp/stats/dc_e.html

http://www.cipa.jp/stats/documents/e/d-202101_e.pdf

http://www.cipa.jp/stats/documents/e/dw-202101_e.pdf


Nikon Museum shop celebrates the 40th Anniversary of Nikon F3

https://shop.nikon-image.com/front/ItemSummaryRefer?cateId=20174

https://capa.getnavi.jp/news/360356/

Christopher Frost published his review of Nikon Z 58mm f/0.95 S 'Noct'. Lots of test images. https://bit.ly/2OibdPH

DPREVIEW: Review: Nikon NX Studio answers our plea for a free, all-in-one editing app http://bit.ly/3cbLCja

10 Jan 2023Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S and Z 26mm lenses announced, Z9 Firmware, Sigma Z soon & MORE - Nikon Report 9700:34:08

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 97

85mm announcement

Recap: It all started with warranty cards https://tinyurl.com/yfyt8c6y

Then there were some leaked photos of the lens a day prior to announcements https://tinyurl.com/yksy95f8

Then there was an actual development announcement https://tinyurl.com/2bnyujd3

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S lens size comparison https://tinyurl.com/3fdzhc6c

Nikon Exhibits at CES® 2023 https://tinyurl.com/mmuwaabx

Official Nikon CES 2023 website https://tinyurl.com/2p9h4we3

Nikon Z CES page: https://tinyurl.com/3fkhh9aw

Nikon Rumours shared some photographs of Nikon stand at the 2023 CES show in Las Vegas https://tinyurl.com/35j85ua3

Nikon released several firmware updates:

Z 9 Firmware https://tinyurl.com/353bdkkk

NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S Firmware https://tinyurl.com/242a6ew6

NIKKOR Z 24mm f/1.8 S Firmware https://tinyurl.com/42865s2x

NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.8 S Firmware https://tinyurl.com/mr27sec6

NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S Firmware https://tinyurl.com/39xy52dd

NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S Firmware https://tinyurl.com/yz5axp2u

How To Set up Linear Focus on NIKKOR Z lenses by Nikon USA https://tinyurl.com/pv58udz2

Nikon Patents a New Image Sensor https://tinyurl.com/yc6wmecb

The first Sigma mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount could be announced next week https://tinyurl.com/22224uhj

Nikon shares buyback continues https://tinyurl.com/yn2mfbrs

You can now test out different Nikon/Nikkor kits in Germany https://tinyurl.com/y9wwradv

Map Cameras published a list of top 10 best selling cameras and lenses in their store: https://tinyurl.com/3jrn9pk8

https://tinyurl.com/5n8h4rby

3rd Party:

7Artisans announced a new 12mm f/2.8 II APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount https://tinyurl.com/3us775ec

TTartisan released a new sliver version of their existing 50mm f/2 full-frame manual focus mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount. https://tinyurl.com/mr8hcbkb

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#nikon #z8 #photography

07 Feb 2024Nikon Z8 New Firmware v. 2.0 Bird AF, Latest Z6 III Rumours, Lens Patents - Nikon Report 14300:21:35

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Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.


0:00 Intro 0:18 Nikon Z8 Firmware 2.0 5:36 Nikon Z6 III Rumours 7:30 Becky thinks no Z6 III at CP+ 10:52 New lens patent from Nikon 11:59 ZF dynamic range 13:41 New Viltrox AF 20mm lens 14:50 CIPA 2023 Figures 17:22 Are Camera Wars over?


Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 143

Nikon Z8 Firmware ver. 2.0

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/514.html

Nikon Z8 FW 2.0. 180MP Pixel Shift ! New Autofocus options.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NW06luCg-2M

Nikon Z6 III showed up in Google search results in Italy – not sure if this is legit, sent by a reader.

https://nikonrumors.com/2024/01/31/nikon-z6-iii-rumored-specifications-the-big-picture.aspx/

The case for two new Nikon cameras continues to build up: new N2216 model registered in Asia

http://tinyurl.com/3hm28unr

Nikon published a list of speakers and featured products at CP+

https://www.nikon-image.com/event/cpplus2024/

Patent application for optical system assuming NIKKOR Z 20-55mm F2/Z 20-55mm F1.4-2.4

https://asobinet.com/info-patent-nikon-20-55mm-f2/

Nikon Zf photographic dynamic range and other sensor measurements released by PhotonsToPhotos

https://www.photonstophotos.net/Charts/PDR.htm

3rd party:

Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount officially released

https://viltroxstore.com/en-gb/products/viltrox-af-20mm-f2-8?variant=40740368318530

Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 lens review by Christopher Frost

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRwONvWc7C8

Full Year Cipa Numbers 2023

https://www.cipa.jp/e/stats/lens.html

https://www.cipa.jp/e/stats/dc.html

http://tinyurl.com/4p7t24n6

https://nikonrumors.com/2024/02/03/2023-full-year-cipa-numbers-released.aspx/

Weekend Read & Watch

The End of The Camera Wars? | Opinion Piece | Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtqDxZqKNSs

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #nikonz8 #nikonz6iii

21 Feb 2024Should Nikon Make a Luxury Compact Camera? Nikon Z8 new firmware incoming? CP+ what to expect from Nikon - The Nikon Report 14500:29:01

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0:00 Intro

0:35 New Nikon Z8 firmware uncoming?

1:27 CP+ in Japan what to expect from Nikon

2:34 Z 24-400 is it real?

6:07 Q3 Financials Q&A

8:39 Nikon & young people

12:15 Traditional Camera & mobile phone interface

16:05 Laowa 10mm f/2.8 lens announced

17:36 Fujifilm X100iv announced should Nikon make one?

27:12 Weekend Read & Watch


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Nikon Report 145

Nikon Rumours: New minor Nikon Z8 firmware update coming soon

http://tinyurl.com/hnnnre9k

The 2024 CP+ show starts next week in Japan (February 22-25). Here are the potential new product announcements we may see from Nikon:

http://tinyurl.com/nwd6k7su

Nikon Q3 Financials Q&A

https://www.nikon.com/company/ir/ir_library/result/qa/2024_3q/20240214_e.pdf

3rd party:

Venus Optics Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF full-frame rectilinear autofocus lens is now available for Nikon Z-mount

https://www.venuslens.net/product/laowa-10mm-f-2-8-ff-zero-d/ref/172/

Point of Discussion: Fujifilm X100vi announcement. Should Nikon make a Luxury Compact camera?

https://fujifilm-x.com/en-gb/products/cameras/x100vi/

Fujifilm X100 VI = X100V +X-T5 = Massive Hit. But is It Enough? By Three Blind Men and An Elephant

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkOo3F0kEGo

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon Z8 & Z9: BEST Bird-In-Flight Autofocus Settings

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fs0BgNXI4Ew

Spring in Ireland! - A NEW Photography Workshop with Joe McNally and Tamara Lackey - only a few places left.

https://joemcnally.com/event/destination-photo-workshop-ireland/

Thanks for watching

#nikon #fujifilm #x100vi


26 Oct 2021Even More Z9 News, No mechanical shutter? Z 100-400 Lens Confirmed, FTZ II is coming, Nikon India Leaks - The Nikon Report 4100:22:57

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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0:00 Intro 

0:33 Z9 no mechanical shutter? 

2:30 More buttons discussion 

3:45 Nikon India Z9 presentation leak

 8:20 Z9 rumours galore 

9:09 Final Price bets 

10:53  Z9 vs to other brands 

13:28 Z 100-400 S leak 

14:15 Z 400 f/2.8 coming? 

15:20 FTZ II confirmed? 

16:16 Z9 goes to the Svalbard 

18:42 Zfc and Z 105 win a Comprehensive Gold Award 2021 

19:12 Techart says not to update Z6II & Z7II firmware to v.1.30 

20:11 Reviews


The Nikon Report #41

Z9 Coverage

Nikon India leaked Z9 presentation video with basic specs

https://bit.ly/3EiGpTf

Apart of Z9 this week Nikon is expected to announce 2 more lenses.

https://bit.ly/3EnLhGV

Photographers who already has a Z9 for testing:

SVALBARD Photo Travel | Birds and Landscapes

https://bit.ly/3mmY1Yd

"Z fc" and "NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f / 2.8 VR S" won "Comprehensive Gold Award" at "Digital Camera Grand Prix 2022"

https://www.nikon-image.com/news/info/2021/1020.html

Techart & Megadap advise not to upgrade to the latest Nikon Z7II v1.30 and Z6II v1.30 firmware updates because that may cause issues with the existing Z-mount adapters.

https://bit.ly/3nwwrXK

Reviews:

Nikon Z 40mm f/2 lens review by Richard Wong on his YT

https://bit.ly/3ntSApF

Nikkor Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct lens tested at DxOMark: the highest score ever achieved and the best sensor/lens combo ever tested

https://bit.ly/312STA9

Thanks for listening!

31 May 2023Nikon Z 24mm f/1.7 DX Lens ANNOUNCED, is 200-600mm lens NEXT? Nikon Z8 shipping updates, Reviews, marketing - The Nikon Report 11400:47:39

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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0:00 Intro

0:15 Nikon Z 24mm f/1.7 DX Lens announced

2:47 Z 24mm news discussion

6:04 The state of Nikon DX lineup

8:31 What lens will be announced next?

14:02 Z 200-600 are starting to appear

16:20 Nikon Z8 is shipping worldwide

17:45 Nikon Z8 2nd shipment

18:55 Scalpers Z8

19:34 Nikon USA Z8 pre-orders issues

23:48 Nikon Z8 manuals, guides & software updates

25:45 Nikon Z8 supported memory cards

26:20 What setting do you change straight away on your camera?

27:49 Nikon Interviews on Z8

30:29 Nikon on social media & marketing

35:45 Z8 Reviews

41:15 Battery life & 3rd party batteries

43:48 Nikon software Mac OS compatibility

44:11 Rare Nikon is coming to Wetzlar Camera Auction


Nikon Report 114


Z Nikkor 24mm f/1.7 announcement

Pre-order yours: https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-24mm-f-1-7-dx/

https://tinyurl.com/yu5przm4


The next lens announcement from Nikon should be the NIKKOR Z 200-600mm (180-600mm) according to NR https://tinyurl.com/25h4jf8f

https://tinyurl.com/4mnxpafs


Z8 Coverage: Nikon Z8 is shipping world wide.


To help this channel please order yours at Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikon-z8-pre-order/


Scalpers are all over Nikon Z8 listing the camera at skyrocket prices on eBay. https://tinyurl.com/43drtwcr


Nikon USA (Direct) cancelled bunch of Nikon Z8 pre-orders https://tinyurl.com/yjdh5py4


Next shipment in the US is coming in the 1st weeks of June https://tinyurl.com/45h58pjp


Nikon updated Nikon Z8 product page with the reference Manuals and Software updates: https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/616/Z_8.html


NX Studio v.1.40

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/242.html


Picture Control Utility 2 v. 2.4.15

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/239.html


Camera Control Pro 2 v. 2.36.0

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/238.html


NX Tether v. 1.0.4

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/241.html


Wireless Transmitter Utility v 1.10.0

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/237.html


Nikon Digitutor published 3 educational videos on their YT channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@digitutor4968/videos


Nikon support published a list of Nikon Z8 Supported Memory Cards

https://www.nikonimgsupport.com/eu/BV_article?articleNo=000044623&ctry=gb&lang=en_GB


Nikon Z8 & Z9. The first 10 settings I always change. By Ricci https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXyvKGbax5A


Nikon Interviews: "We had a lot of options" but customers wanted a baby Z9, says Nikon by Digital Camera Review https://tinyurl.com/ye27akp9


Amateur Photographer Interview with Nikon about the social media. https://tinyurl.com/3j3asuh2


Reviews:

FStoppers: A Beast for Serious Photographers: We Review the Nikon Z 8 https://tinyurl.com/35bypuv4


Digital Camera World Review: Nikon Z8 https://tinyurl.com/2ph52ykp


Nikon Z8 Review: Smaller. Cheaper. Still Excellent. By Gerald Undone https://tinyurl.com/4pysrtmt


Nikon Z8. Reports of 3rd party battery compatibility: https://tinyurl.com/2a6r2zf7


Nikon Support published a macOS Ventura Compatibility Announcement (updated April 2023) https://tinyurl.com/mr4xv6eb


A very rare Nikon Stereo-Nikkor 3,5 cm f/3.5 stereo outfit (ca. 1957) is coming to the next Wetzlar Camera Auction.

https://tinyurl.com/2u576568


Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz8 #z8


18 May 2022Nikon Financial Results are out, More F mount lenses discontinued, Z800mm is the best seller in Japan, Voigtlander APO Lenses are coming - The Nikon Report #6800:27:38

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 68

Nikon Financial results

https://bit.ly/3sF0EXM

https://bit.ly/3FNAo30

https://bit.ly/39tmxCU

Nikon continues to discontinue more F-mount products

https://bit.ly/3PoQcxC

Z 800mm lens is the best selling lens at Yodobashi Camera in the 2nd half of April.

https://bit.ly/3PpgBLr

Yodobashi Camera Song:

https://bit.ly/3LkmiHe

DPReview published a Nikon Z 50mm F1.2 S sample gallery

https://bit.ly/3LkaF3p

Joe McNally published his thoughts on the NOCT 58mm f/0.95 Lens which you can read on his blog

https://bit.ly/37PHNCd

3rd party

Here is an update on upcoming Voigtlander lenses that will be released this month

https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/z-mount/

Cosina officially released some additional information on the new Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 35mm f/2 Aspherical lens for Nikon Z-mount.

https://bit.ly/3yFZ100

https://bit.ly/3wiG55O

Sample photos:

https://bit.ly/3LhzM6U

The new Yongnuo 50mm f/1.8 Z DF DSM mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount will be announced on May 20.

https://bit.ly/3NedsMI

Meyer Optik Görlitz will soon release new Biotar 58 f/1.5 II and Biotar 75 f/1.5 II lenses for Nikon Z and F mounts

https://bit.ly/3LwW1G9

Fotodiox Pro TLT ROKR tilt-shift lens adapter for Nikon Z-mount

https://bit.ly/3szJydW

Video:https://bit.ly/3Pnxmqs

F mount version: https://bit.ly/3PoX4eg

Weekend Read & Watch

Birds in Flight with the Nikon Z9 | Incredible Birds of Mexico by Jan Wegener

https://bit.ly/3NzBxOr

Long Lens Sport Photography | Nikon School meets Joel Marklund by Nikon Europe (with Ricci)

https://bit.ly/3wkD1q0

Sole Dance | Nikon Z9 film in 8K by Anthony Arendt

https://bit.ly/3MecxMd

Nikon Z 9 | Behind-the-Scenes on the set of Sole Dance | 8K 60p RAW Video and more

https://bit.ly/3PphZ0B

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz #z9

06 Oct 2021Z9 teaser released, DSLRs & F-Mount lenses no more? New D6 Firmware update, Z 40mm launch news, Phase One Zfc Support, Adobe New mask feature for Lightroom - Nikon Report #3800:30:48

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report #38

10% off Second Hand (up to £150) for the month of October at Grays

a new online coupon: OCTOBER10OFF

https://bit.ly/3DdpoJF

Z9 News

Fasten Your Seatbelts. Turbulence Ahead by Thom Hogan

https://bit.ly/3BrvTrC

Nikon released a D6 firmware update version 1.33

https://bit.ly/3iAEYXO

Three more Nikkor F-mount lenses appear to be discontinued in Canada

https://bit.ly/3FjHnjw

Nikon issued a new notice about temporarily suspending orders for several products in Japan.

https://bit.ly/3BtFK0t

Nikon officially launched a Zfc + 28mm kit as well as 40mm lens in Japan on the 1st October

https://bit.ly/2Ynijrk

Nikon introduces the ECLIPSE Ci-L plus biological microscope, which helps reduce eye strain and is comfortable to operate

https://bit.ly/3uQZ2tZ

Nikon is releasing two new optical processing machines Lasermeister 1000SE and Lasermeister 1000S

https://bit.ly/3uIpg1L

Technical Service Advisory for users of the COOLPIX L25 digital camera

https://bit.ly/3iAL8ai

TTartisan will soon announce a new 32mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z-mount https://bit.ly/2YlrOY4

Irix announced a new 30mm f/1.4 lens for Nikon F-mount

https://bit.ly/3Dezcmz

Capture One released version 14.4 with support for the Nikon Z fc camera.

https://bit.ly/3uHEILE

Adobe released a sneak peek of their new AI-powered masking tool that will be coming soon to Lightroom

https://bit.ly/3muLq3F

Reviews

Nikon Z 50mm f/1.2 Review | What is Photography?? By Chris Stewblue

https://bit.ly/3BeUK1L

Nikon Z 40mm f/2 Vs 35mm 1.8 S / 50mm 1.8 S / Viltrox 35mm 1.8 | Matt Irwin

https://bit.ly/3uQZacX

Weekend Read & Watch

NIKKOR - The Thousand and One Nights No.79

W-Nikkor·C 2.8cm f/3.5  -  A standard lens for landscape photography that produced many masterpieces by Haruo Sato

https://bit.ly/3Afrg2s

The 2021 Comedy Wildlife Finalists have been announced

https://bit.ly/3A9aUbX

Thanks for listening!

04 Apr 2024Nikon Z 28-400mm lens is here! New Z9, Z7II & Z6II firmware, Tamron Z 28-75mm lens announcement confusion - The Nikon Report 14700:31:19

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0:00 Intro

0:35 Nikon Z 28-400mm lens announced

9:37 New Z9 firmware18:11 Z7II & Z6II firmware updates

18:48 Are we ready for Z6III?

20:37 Snapbridge update

22:57 Tamron Z 28-75mm lens announcement confusion

29:31 Weekend Read & Watch


Nikon Report 147

Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR

https://tinyurl.com/nhf653fp

Pre order NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR from Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikkor-z-28-400mm-f-4-8-vr-deposit/#tab-description

Size comparisons:

https://tinyurl.com/bd3v57xw

Hands on with the lens:

Nikon 28-400 VR EPIC SUPERZOOM Here! | Stills & Video | First LOOK I LIGHT, SMALL & More |Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95ISpWXI-Kg

Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR Lens | A Walk Around Zoom For Any Creator by Seth @Adorama 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2B0ddYoAYY

INSANE RANGE - Nikon 28-400mm f4-f8 by Matt Granger

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ow3QzhSIex8

Firmware & Software updates:

Z 9 Firmware ver. 5.0.0

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/516.html

Nikon Z 9 | Firmware version 5.00 | First look at new features with Ricci @ Nikon Europe

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKbUkPqxn5Q

NX Studio v. 1.6.1

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/251.html

Z 7II Firmware ver. 1.6.2

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/518.html

Z 6II Firmware ver. 1.6.2

https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/fw/517.html

Nikon released Ver.2.11.0 of the SnapBridge app

https://tinyurl.com/yckdkyp7

Tamron officially announces a new 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z-mount (A063Z)

https://tinyurl.com/mrumwt9s

Pre order Tamron Z 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens from Grays

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/tamron-28-75mm-f-2-8-di-iii-vxd-g2-nikon-z/#tab-description

Weekend Read & Watch

NIKKOR The Thousand and One Nights No.89: the fast portrait lens photographers longed for - Nikkor 85mm f/1.4S Ais

https://imaging.nikon.com/imaging/information/story/0089/

Nikon at Photography Show UK

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJ2fUcEMfog


Thanks for listening!

#nikon #photography #z28-400


08 Jun 2022Nikon Z90 vs Canon R7, Fujifilm X-H2s enters the chat! The latest on Z9 deliveries - Nikon Report 7100:28:15

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 71

Shipping updates on the latest Nikon gear:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/

https://bit.ly/3Q4OjGs

https://bit.ly/3mkZEo8

Nikon Summer rebates in the USA (June 2022)

https://bit.ly/3mgmzkA

Reminder for UK and EU viewers the New Nikon Summer promotion started on the 27th May

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/

Nikon will remove the download links for ViewNX 2, ViewNX-i, Capture NX 2, and Capture NX-D by the end of June.

https://bit.ly/3H0t1Wr

Z90 vs R7 … Fujifilm X-H2s enters the chat.

https://bit.ly/3H8k9ON

Nikon now published a Q & A from the End of the Year Financial report.

https://bit.ly/3GQk2qR

Nikon has repurchased 1,335,800 from its own shares

https://bit.ly/3avM52z

Nikon published “Vision 2030” discussing the changes expected in society by 2030 and Nikon’s value proposition.

https://bit.ly/3thnZ24

3rd Party

A quick update on the availability of Voigtlander Z Mount Lenses

https://bit.ly/3tkbYcq

Viltrox started a new crowdfunding campaign on IndieGoGo for a AF 13mm f/1.4 STM APS-C ultra wide-angle lens for Nikon Z mount

https://bit.ly/3NVKvFL

https://bit.ly/3zgge0g

Venus Optics Laowa 24mm T14 2x Periprobe lens for Nikon F and Z mounts

https://bit.ly/3QfCNbF

https://bit.ly/3mkOKie

The latest CIPA April Sales data

https://www.cipa.jp/e/stats/dc.html

https://bit.ly/3mkOFLs

Capture One for iPad coming on June 28

https://bit.ly/3miFtqZ

https://bit.ly/3Q3i7mN

Reviews:

Nikon 800mm f/6.3 VR on the Z 9 - FIELD TEST

https://bit.ly/3Q2AWH2

Weekend Read & Watch

DSLRs are HERE to STAY! - The Point of Discussion

https://bit.ly/3xlBT5H

Nikon: The good and the bad by DPReview TV

https://bit.ly/3MnzBXW

I used to chase megapixels, but now I pursue memories with my camera by Sebastian Oakley

https://bit.ly/392Wtid

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #canon #fujifilm

16 May 2023Nikon Z8 Full post announcement Coverage. Details you may have missed. Tests: Battery, Video, Overheating, Buffer, FPS & More - The Nikon Report 11200:38:06

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 112


Nikon Z8 coverage:


Nikon Z7II vs. Z8 vs. Z9 size and specification comparisons

https://tinyurl.com/3rfya24k


Nikon Z8 rear half of the body is using some sort of new material called Sereebo – the world’s first carbon fibre reinforced thermoplastic

https://tinyurl.com/5x7dmmde


Video: Teijin/Sereebo®, the world’s first carbon fibre reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) 

https://tinyurl.com/3rs3pwkj


What Does the Nikon Z8 Have the Z9 Doesn’t? By Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/5n86bjsd


What Does the Z9 Have the Z8 Doesn’t? By Thom Hogan

https://tinyurl.com/yfrzxx7u


Pre-Order your Nikon Z8 at Grays:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikon-z8-pre-order/


Nikon Z8 + Nikkor Z 24-120 f/4 S VR Lens kit:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/nikon-z8-24-120-f-4-s-pre-order/


Nikon MB-N12 Power Battery Pack for Nikon Z8

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/power-battery-pack-mb-n12/


Nikon EH-8P AC Adapter for Nikon Z8:

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/product/eh-8p-charging-ac-adapter-uk/


Nikon Z8 Brochure:

https://tinyurl.com/5n8vap3r


SmallRig announced the accessory ecosystem for the new Nikon Z8 camera

https://tinyurl.com/skrudzuc


Videos:

Nikon Z8 first look. Sample images / focus test/ size comparison by Ricci

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Q2N4BRBDMA


Nikon Z8 Grip. MB-N12. Overview by Ricci

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lWHVWYjckk


Nikon Z8 vs Z9 - Buffer, Speed and FPS testing by Matt Granger

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=437aCOqaXMs


Nikon Z8 - Video OVERHEATING & Battery Testing (VS Z9) by Matt Granger

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5L-z_eQxpo8


Nikon Z8 vs D850 - Portrait Shootout!  by Matt Granger

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GisPpV2Jnp0


Nikon Z8 Livestream HANDS-ON Q&A! By Steve Perry

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fak6fQetpDA


Nikon Z8 Launch After Party - A Very Special Livestream by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEmCIjNDY5I


Nikon Z8 Camera Chat: Live with Becky & Kon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8VgmEZHA5o


Nikon Z8 The Mini Flagship | Hands On with Joe McNally by Seth at Adorama YT

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwgQwMNpxJY


Is the Nikon Z8 the best mirrorless camera yet? By Becca at Verge

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oh9YHiOSBGg


Z 8 HERE - 1st Week HANDS ON FIRST LOOK| Matt Irwin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rkr3Sj5yF7g


Other Nikon News:

Nikon Z30 camera firmware update version 1.10 released

https://tinyurl.com/yc4ks9v9


Nikon Japan announced a price increase of more than 50 products, including the Z9 camera

https://tinyurl.com/4ss4b4pt

https://tinyurl.com/2b9m25sk


“Your Reaction May Wary” by Thom Hogan 

https://tinyurl.com/bdh9ub8v


Nikkei: Nikon removes pay cap for top hires in scramble for talent

https://tinyurl.com/yvvvzpcf


3rd Party:

The new Voigtlander NOKTON 55mm f/1.2 SLIIs lens for Nikon F-mount will be released on May 16th, available for pre-order now

https://tinyurl.com/yvhbvhc7

https://tinyurl.com/ycye89e4


TTArtisan released new firmware updates for the AF 27mm f/2.8 & AF 32mm f/2.8 Z lenses 

https://tinyurl.com/yak6uxth


Order AF 27mm f/2.8 Lens for Nikon Z Mount

https://tinyurl.com/2s3mexxx


Viltrox released new firmware updates for the following Z lenses:

https://tinyurl.com/y9zct47j


Reviews

Nikon’s Epic New 85 1.2 S Review & Comparison by Hudson Henry Photography YT

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXvDK852wew


London Borough Market with the Nikon Z 26mm f/2.8 Pancake by Grays

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvLsesbLjdk


Weekend Read & Watch

384,000 Holes/Min! How Kodak Makes Camera Film (Factory Tour Part 3 of 3) by Smart Everyday

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrJP82ZZiag


Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z8 #nikonz8

25 Oct 2023NIKON ZF, Z 600mm, 135 Plena, Z 180-600 delivery updates, Why we NEED Nikon Z6 III Nikon Report 13400:30:17

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Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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0:00 Intro

0:15 Delivery updates for 600mm, ZF, Plena, ETC

3:03 Nikon's camera / lens releases & deliveries

5:55 Nikon Z8 review by DPReview

6:49 We NEED Z6 III & Z7 III discussion

14:50 Nikon ZF is not answer for everyone

16:17 Z8 & Z9 are top reviewed cameras

17:09 Z 135mm Plena review

19:21 Z 135 vs Sigma 135 Art

20:56 Z 135 vs Z 85 f/1.2

24:04 Z 135 vs Nikkor 105, 135, 135 Ais & Z 85 f/1.2, Z 85mm f/1.2

26:45 Nikon ZF tutorials and accessory chart

27:49 Sirui Z DX lenses

28:11 Brightin Star 9mm for Z

28:44 Nikon Financial results schedule

29:00 Weekend Read & Watch


Nikon Report 134

The next NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR will arrive in February 2024.

https://tinyurl.com/334ymszk

Nikon Z8 review: a supercharged D850 successor by Richard Butler at DPReview

https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikon-z8-review

Currently, the top-rated cameras at Dpreview are the Nikon Z8 and Z9 (both at 94%)

https://www.dpreview.com/reviews?category=cameras&sort=rating

Z 135mm Plena Review by Gordon Laing CameraLabs

https://www.cameralabs.com/nikon-z-135mm-f1-8-s-plena-review/

Nikon published ZF tutorials on it’s Digitutor Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@digitutor4968/videos

Nikon also published Nikon ZF system chart

https://www.nikon-image.com/products/mirrorless/lineup/z_f/system_chart.html

SIRUI to release new Sniper f/1.2 APS-C autofocus prime lenses for Nikon Z-mount

https://photorumors.com/2023/10/16/new-sirui-sniper-f-1-2-autofocus-primes-lenses-for-mirrorless-aps-c-cameras/

Brightin Star 9mm f/5.6 full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount

https://nikonrumors.com/2023/10/20/new-brightin-star-9mm-f-5-6-full-frame-lens-for-nikon-z-mount.aspx/#more-186932

DCLife published “earnings” schedule for the top camera manufacturers

https://dclife-jp.translate.goog/camera_news/article/etc/2023/1017_01.html?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en-GB

Weekend Read & Watch

In-Store Portrait Demo and Q&A with Joe McNally! | Adorama Event Space Livestream 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxvZHtJTAjM

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz #nikonzf

09 Feb 2022Z 85mm f/1.2S coming soon? Deliveries update, UK & EU Price Hikes, Full CIPA 2021 Figures - The Nikon Report #5500:33:39

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Nikon Report 55

New Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S lens patent (with defocus control?)

https://bit.ly/3BezNVF

https://bit.ly/3JdEvpr

Nikon Defocus Control: What Is It and How Does It Work? Video by Michael Foley

https://bit.ly/3ryRJHb

Z 400mm f/2.8 S Lens comes with a Health Warning

https://bit.ly/3gxqO8z

https://bit.ly/3B4aaqB

Z9 Serial numbers

https://bit.ly/3Ji5ssi

https://bit.ly/3oD4Gy6

Nikon USA has some F-mount lenses rebates for the month of February

https://bit.ly/335o3YS

Nikon Price increase in the EU & UK

https://bit.ly/3Li8zC8

https://bit.ly/3GESpz8

Nikon issued a warning about suspicious emails being sent to YouTube and Facebook channel owner imitating Nikon Public Relations

https://bit.ly/3B5YOCp

3rd Party:

2021 Final Full Year CIPA numbers

https://www.cipa.jp/e/stats/dc.html

https://bit.ly/3stEM0P

New Arca plate for Nikkor Z 100-400mm VR S and 70-200mm lenses announced in Japan

https://bit.ly/3ryTzYG

CP+ on site event has been cancelled, goes online.

https://www.nikon.com/news/2022/0207_01.htm

Speaking of other upcoming events

The Wedding & Portrait Photographers International convention (WPPI) is still scheduled in Las Vegas from 27th Februauly till 3rd March

https://wppiexpo.com

The Societies of Photographers Convention is also still scheduled in London Wednesday 16th – Saturday 19th March 2022

https://thesocieties.net/convention

Reviews:

Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8 lens review with samples by Chris Frost

https://bit.ly/3gxsRJN

Matt Irwin compared several mid range lenses:

Nikon Z9 - 28-75 2.8 | 24-70 2.8 S | 24-70/4 S | 24-120/4 S + ? - Face Off | Real World | Matt Irwin

https://bit.ly/34L1Z6c

Canon EOS R3 vs. Nikon Z9 vs. Sony a1 – Flagship Mirrorless Comparison

https://bit.ly/3HBTYiB

https://bit.ly/3HEEk67

Maarten Heilbron published his review on Z9, he calls it “Nikon Z9 - the DSLR is Dead!”

https://bit.ly/34jC4mF

Weekend Read & Watch

Steve Perry published a very interesting video:

Are Lens Hoods Wrecking Your Photos In Cold Weather?

https://bit.ly/3BaKEzR

Eagles in southern Sweden photographed from a hide -- WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY -- Nikon Z6II by Halmstadfoto Göran Johansson

https://bit.ly/3GBvuon

Thanks for listening!

#z9 #nikon #nikonz9

30 Nov 2023We Interview Joe McNally & Seth Miranda - Nikon, Global Shutter, Lighting & Constructive Critique - The Nikon Report Extra01:10:24

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We are absolutely delighted to have the incredible  @JoeMcNally  and  @LastXwitness  come to the shop on his latest trip to the UK, where we chatted all things Cameras, Technology, Lighting, Constructive Critique, etc and what they got in store for 2022… Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements. Listen on podcast platforms: https://anchor.fm/grays-of-westminster 0:00 Intro 2:23 Nikon UK workshop 5:23 Lighting talk 9:10 How Joe and Seth met 15:00 Mentoring 17:40 Young Photographers 19:25 Lightroom & Capture One Presets 21:23 Understanding Light 22:30 Progression from early work 25:10 Next generation technology 27:47 Global Shutter 36:10 Use the tools you have 38:07 Nikon Z9 tech get cheaper & brand philosophy 41:05 Pro Photographer Daily rate 42:35 Cheap vs Expensive lighting vs actual image 46:55 YouTube, Forums & Constructive Critique 55:36 What's next for Seth 57:29 Community is important 59:08 Polaroids 1:00:19 Rear curtain sync 1:00:56 The END result 1:02:08 What's next for Joe 1:05:45 Wrap up & Story time Visit our e-shop: https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/ Second-Hand Nikon Equipment: http://bit.ly/secondhandoffers​​​​​​​​​ Instagram: Joe McNally: https://www.instagram.com/joemcnallyphoto/ Seth Miranda: https://www.instagram.com/lastxwitness/ Grays of Westminster: https://www.instagram.com/nikonatgrays/ Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese/ Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin/ Production: Konstantin Kochkin Assistant: Danie Cruz Thanks for watching! #nikon #z9 #z8

28 Apr 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #1800:48:15

Z 6II Firmware https://bit.ly/3aKY8Xe

Z 7II Firmware https://bit.ly/3gH9Dmg

Z 6 Firmware https://bit.ly/3aM0DZk

Z 7 Firmware https://bit.ly/3aOdNF0

Z 5 Firmware https://bit.ly/3gMgQBw

Z 50 Firmware https://bit.ly/32Tr36S 

Ricci talking about new firmware https://bit.ly/3sW4skN 10% OFF SELECTED NIKON LENSES ENDS ON 28TH APRIL  https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/ 

Speculations: the upcoming Nikon Z9 sensor will be made by Tower Semiconductor (former TowerJazz) and not by Sony  https://bit.ly/2QAYWqA https://bit.ly/3nr7MmM https://bit.ly/32WfFra https://bit.ly/3xqEbidNikon 

SMALL WORLD CONTEST DEADLINE 30th April  https://www.nikonsmallworld.com/galleries/photomicrography-competition https://www.nikonsmallworld.com/galleries/small-world-in-motion https://enter.nikonsmallworld.com/  

Nikon makes eyewear and it is glorious!! https://www.nikonlenswear.co.uk/ 

Nikon Microscope & healthcare website will be hosting a Webinar: Live imaging of host-pathogen interactions with AI on 4th May  https://www.microscope.healthcare.nikon.com/en_EU/about/events 

Nikon releases a new optical processing machine, the Lasermeister 102A https://www.nikon.com/news/2021/0426_lasermeister_01.htm 

Nikon is continuing their restructuring process and the Rumor has it that they are discontinuing their pension plan in the USA  https://bit.ly/3dVJOgv 

New Nikon Strap for sale at the Nikon Museum Japan https://bit.ly/2QCCa1I NIKON issued 2 notices this week:  https://www.nikon.com/news/2021/20210426_2_e.pdf https://www.nikon.com/news/2021/20210426_1_e.pdf  

Nikon Z7 II sensor measurements based on the latest DxOMark test results (DxOMark derived charts) https://bit.ly/3gFuA0W

The Tokina SZX 400mm f/8 reflex lens is now compatible also with Nikon Z mount  https://bit.ly/3gFuA0W 

FusionTLC announced universal lighting and camera controller called Raven for Nikon cameras https://www.fusiontlc.com/raven  

Photopia seems to become a new Photokina  https://photorumors.com/2021/04/20/is-photopia-the-new-photokina/#ixzz6t8LMeGyO 

READ & WATCH & LISTEN  NIKKOR - The Thousand and One Nights No.74 The evolution of the normal Micro lens The AI AF Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8S  https://imaging.nikon.com/history/story/0074/index.htm 

Finding Vivian Maier documentary Trailer: https://bit.ly/2S9iGlM 

In Focus with David Yarro‪w‬ Podcast: Amboseli National Park  https://apple.co/3dOdnAJ 

Videos: Learn photography by playing video games https://bit.ly/3nbqtLk

31 Aug 2022Nikon Z8 or Z6 III, what will come 1st? TAMRON announced it's first Z LENS, Canon locks it's RF mount to 3rd parties & more - The Nikon Report 8100:35:07

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at media@graysofwestminster.co.uk

Nikon Report 81

Shipping updates:

https://bit.ly/3B1NUiL

Nikon Z9 firmware update version 2.11 released

https://tinyurl.com/3ujfas89

Rumours:Nikon China Posts 67MP Photo, Igniting Rumors of a High-Res Camera

https://tinyurl.com/yhnp3369

In Matt Irwin’s opinion it will be a Z6 III

https://tinyurl.com/2p8zu838

Z6 II & Z7 II 24-120 KITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE IN THE UK & EU

https://tinyurl.com/yaztecvr

Viltrox: “We have been told by Canon to stop selling all RF mount products”

https://tinyurl.com/mrkx3bmv

https://tinyurl.com/3trjw3kz

Tamron announced a development of 70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD for Nikon Z

https://tinyurl.com/2kh53jzr

https://tinyurl.com/mr3w9acy

Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD lens review with samples by Christopher Frost

https://tinyurl.com/mry28tmd

7Artisans soon to announce a new 18mm f/6.3 Mark II pancake lens for Nikon Z mount

https://tinyurl.com/ymhum3kn

KamLan 55mm f/1.4 full-frame manual focus mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount has been officially released.

https://tinyurl.com/2p8fy32b

https://tinyurl.com/3z94mpfy

Lexar release The world’s fastest  CFexpress Type B memory card the Lexar Diamond Series 256GB

https://tinyurl.com/yc2mu3cn

Photography Life published a comprehensive review of Nikon Z9.

https://tinyurl.com/y6jhvxt7

Weekend Read & Watch

ThinkTank Live Stream with Snapperstuff!

https://tinyurl.com/5etxpb6d

Medium Format??? Tips, advice and a country walk

https://tinyurl.com/y5n2tf2x

The Nikon Z9’s ‘Pre-Release’ Feature Makes Lightning Triggers Obsolete by Petapixel.

https://tinyurl.com/3vjw86sx

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #canon #sony

05 May 2022Delivery updates on Z9, Z 400mm & Z 800mm, Z800 Developers interview, New Lens firmware, Film News, NAB - The Nikon Report 6600:23:26

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

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Nikon Report 66

Delivery updates: https://bit.ly/3yeYceo

https://bit.ly/3vSAeEh

Nikon USA rebates for May https://bit.ly/3MVqejb

Nikon products receive the iF DESIGN AWARD 2022 https://bit.ly/3FeeDck

NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S Firmware https://bit.ly/3w4nM35

NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Firmware https://bit.ly/3FjUcec

Nikon also released a firmware for Coolpix P1000 https://bit.ly/3MOIJWm

Xitek published an interview with the Developers of Nikon Z 800/6.3 VR S Lens (translated) https://bit.ly/3kFWWJb

Moose Peterson released a masterclass on HOW TO USE THE NIKON Z9 LIKE A PRO https://bit.ly/3kE6hkP

3rd Party:

NAB Show 2022 happened last week. https://bhpho.to/3KKbORr

Xingyao Optical announced a New Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8 wide-angle lens for Nikon Z mount https://bit.ly/3vZyaZM

Film News:

Analogue Spotlight are hosting their first independent event on 14th May https://bit.ly/3FiRoO4

German film brand ORWO launches Wolfen NP100, a new ISO 100 black and white film https://bit.ly/3Ff03RP

Orwo 35mm films are now available for pre-order https://bit.ly/3vHEmXh

Reviews:

Nikon Z9 vs Sony A1 vs Canon R3- Is the Z9 the KING of FLAGSHIPS? By Manny Ortiz https://bit.ly/3ycU7Y0

Weekend Read & Watch

The best and worst ways to clean your camera's sensor by DPReview TV https://bit.ly/38Qln3U

“Into The Mountains” is a visual journey through the beautiful mountains of Epirus, Greece (shot with the Nikon Z7II) https://bit.ly/3yarsmt

Finalising your video – Nikon action videography https://bit.ly/3w8Bt0Z

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz9 #z9

03 Mar 2021The Nikon Report - Episode #1200:25:37

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.


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WHAT CAME FROM CP+ 

http://bit.ly/3bd2lDD

http://bit.ly/3b9dPbk

http://bit.ly/384uZ87


VIDEO:

Nikon had a panel with Mr. Tomohiro Kaji - head of Nikon product planning.

http://bit.ly/309wywY 

http://bit.ly/3sH8I8b


Nikon Schedule

http://bit.ly/304Vm9w

http://bit.ly/3rc0ULm

http://bit.ly/3e5wLta

http://bit.ly/3e6ftwm

Landscape: http://bit.ly/3kEAkbf

Q&A: http://bit.ly/3uYon55

Wildlife: http://bit.ly/2OmzN1i

Z cameras: http://bit.ly/3uPZvw8

Animal portraiture: http://bit.ly/3e5NCMM

Ask the Pros: http://bit.ly/3qcqZsb


The Chinese website Xitek published (translated) a new Z7 II development interview with Nikon managers: http://bit.ly/2MIhMdD


NIKON Z SERIES GAINS 30% BURST CAPACITY WITH CFEXPRESS


http://bit.ly/3uNzHAJ

http://bit.ly/3bW1zdj


Just a quick reminder that Nikon released the firmware updates for Z6II & Z7II cameras with improved Eye AF recognition and Blackmagic raw support.


Z 6II Firmware

http://bit.ly/3kSeqBz


Z 7II Firmware http://bit.ly/2OghFGw /  https://bit.ly/3b9OAp6


Nikon also updated Camera Control Pro 2 to version 2.33.1 http://bit.ly/384CBrd


Nikon updated the article on it’s support website with regards to Number of VR Axis used with Z-series Mirrorless Cameras where they included Z6 II & Z7 II cameras https://bit.ly/3ehMV35


Venus Optics release a Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra-Macro DX for Nikon Z-mount http://bit.ly/3uRz8WI


7artisans introduced 2 lenses for Nikon Z-mount: 35mm f/5.6 pancake ($200) and 7artisans 7.5mm f/2.8 II fisheye ($150) http://bit.ly/3qdagVQ


3 Legged Thing is currently selling Z50 L-brackets at 50% discount http://bit.ly/3c1MyqB


CP+ presentation on Asian ILCs market and post 2008 impacts of smartphones on the photographic industry:


https://bit.ly/3bPNTjS & http://bit.ly/3kFpTnL


The fall of the photo industry between 2010 and 2020 (infographic, chart and video) http://bit.ly/2NYJP95


REVIEWS


The Nikkor Z 70-200 f/2.8 - Why It's in My Kit by Moose Peterson: https://bit.ly/3sKzQTQ


WEEKEND READ & WATCH


Did the Pandemic Change Wedding Photography Forever? By OLIVIA HARRISON: http://r29.co/3sLIz82


Nikon Z6 for war/conflict journalism by Alex Kühni: http://bit.ly/3bbxWFA


The Best Monitors for Photography and Photo Editing in 2021: http://bit.ly/2OiubFs


Tenth Annual Mobile Photography Awards Crowns its Winners : http://bit.ly/3qcHJ2C


WATCH


Nikon Z 6II & ProRes RAW benefits & tutorials: http://bit.ly/309Hz1u

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