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- Canon R7 vs Nikon Z8: Speed Meets Power
Canonrumors (Wednesday, 9 July) - Look, we get it — you’re trying to be practical, but also… creative. You want performance, but also value. You want to future-proof, but also afford groceries. The Canon R7 and Nikon Z8 are two very different cameras aimed at different shooters — but depending on your needs, either could... - How Trump’s Latest Tariffs Could Further Increase Prices for Film and Video Gear
NoFilmSchool (Tuesday, 8 July) - While it can be quite tricky to keep up with the different tariffs being implemented (or threatened to be implemented) these days, it sounds like some major new tariffs on imports coming from Japan and South Korea (plus 12 other nations) are set to likely bring some major price increases... - Massive SmallRig sale at B&H Photo
Nikonrumors (Tuesday, 8 July) - SmallRig has launched a massive sale at B&H Photo today, offering discounts on over 400 items (see all discounted SmallRig products). This sale is valid from July 8 to 14. Here are some of the discounted SmallRig products: Category Product Name Discount Discounted price Battery VB99 SE mini V... - Get ready for more price increases: Trump’s administration announced new 25% tariff for Japan starting August 1st, 2025 Nikonrumors (Monday, 7 July) - Today, the Trump administration announced a new 25% tariff for all products coming from Japan (and South Korea) starting on August 1st, 2025: The last Nikon price increase targeted only products made in China: Nikon USA price increase now in effect Here is the list of Nikon lenses...
- Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens Released – The Legend Returns for Mirrorless Systems
CineD (Monday, 7 July) - Venus Optics has released a new version of their ultra-wide 12mm lens designed for mirrorless cameras: the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF. It’s smaller and lighter than the original, supports autofocus on select mounts, has a standard 72mm front filter thread, and keeps the signature near-zero distortion design. With... - Weekly Nikon news flash #841 Nikonrumors (Monday, 7 July) - → New: RED CINEMA PRO CFexpress v4 Type B memory cards and a new reader. → The new Peak Design Pro Tripod has raised over $3.1M on Kickstarter. → B&H Photo is currently offering a free camera bag with select Nikon models. → The latest AstrHori AF 27mm...
- These Were the Best-Selling Cameras on the Japanese Market in June
43Rumors (Sunday, 6 July) - BCN reported the top 20 best selling mirrorless cameras in June: Canon EOS R10 RF-S18-150 IS STM Lens Kit Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 II Double Zoom Lens Kit Black Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 II Power Zoom Lens Kit Black Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit Black Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit... - The new and improved Megadap ETZ21 Pro+ autofocus adapter is now available for pre-order (Sony E lens to Nikon Z camera) Nikonrumors (Sunday, 6 July) - The previously reported Megadap ETZ21 Pro+ Sony E-mount lens to Nikon Z-mount camera autofocus adapter is now available for pre-order. The old version, the Megadap ETZ21, is now discontinued. I already reported some of the advantages of the new Megadap ETZ21 Pro+ adapter in this post: Megadap to release...
- Upcoming Nikon Z8/Z9 photography classes with Steve Simon Nikonrumors (Saturday, 5 July) - Upcoming Nikon photography classes with Steve Simon: The Nikon Z8/Z9 Masterclass + London Street Photography Intensive: Sunday, July 13, 2025: If you own a Nikon Z8 or Z9, this immersive London masterclass is your opportunity to finally take full control of your camera and unlock its true potential—fast. In one...
- May 2025 CIPA numbers Nikonrumors (Saturday, 5 July) - CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2025, black: 2024, blue: 2023): May 2025 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB (All comparisons to YTD 2024) Narrative: May 2025 CIPA has predicted 6.66m ILCs, 1.1.92m compacts and 10.56m lenses for calendar 2025, a modest...
- Megadap released firmware updates to resolve the compatibility issue with the Nikon Z8 firmware update 3.0 Nikonrumors (Friday, 4 July) - Megadap released new firmware updates to resolve the compatibility issue with the latest Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0: Chinese download site ETZ21 Pro v1.42 direct download link EFTZ21 v1.26 direct download link Thanks to Dariusz Breś and everyone else who sent that in. Megadap and Techart AF adapters...
- Is the FX2 Sony’s Best Stills Body Yet? CineD (Friday, 4 July) - Sony’s FX2 is the company’s latest compact cine camera, announced earlier this year. Joining the FX3 and FX30, it occupies a new niche, based on its higher-resolution sensor. As thoroughly discussed in our launch article, the Sony FX2 is unique in that it may be the first hybrid camera to...
- This $600 Lens Feels Like a G Master – Sirui Aurora 85mm F/1.4 Review by Chris Niccolls
SonyAlphaRumors (Friday, 4 July) - Chris Niccolls tested the new Sirui 85mm lens. Here is what he think about this lens: Versatile Lens Choice: Chris praises the 85mm focal length for portraits and street photography. The lens is compatible with Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, and L-mount, unlike the Viltrox which is Sony-only. Surprisingly... - New Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced and available for order Nikonrumors (Thursday, 3 July) - The previously reported Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced and available for order: Via PhotoRumors The post New Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced and available for order appeared first on Nikon Rumors. Related posts: Officially released:...
- Megadap and Techart AF adapters also not compatible with the latest Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0 Nikonrumors (Thursday, 3 July) - The Megadap ETZ21 Pro (Sony E to Nikon Z) autofocus lens adapters are also not compatible with the latest Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0: A similar situation exists with the Techart Z-mount adapters – see this Reddit discussion. Viltrox also warns: don’t update Nikon cameras’ firmware with...
