Best Lenses for Nikon Z9

In October 2021, Nikon officially announced the new Nikon Z9. It is a professional-grade camera characterized by its newly developed sensor, advanced AF performance, and high-resolution 8K video recording, delivering speed, image quality, and connectivity.  Nikon Z9 is now out of stock in most US stores: Amazon/ B&H/ AdoramaSo, if you are lucky enough to own such a wonderful camera,  the next thing is to buy the best lenses for your Nikon Z9.

Nikon Z9 features Nikon NIKKOR Z lenses. Here is the guide for you to buy the top recommended Z-mount lenses for your Nikon Z9. If you have some Nikon F-mount lenses, you can just buy a  NIKON Mount Adapter FTZ to make full use of them.  Continue reading “Best Lenses for Nikon Z9”

Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 Lens Officially Announced for $999

PANASONIC LUMIX S 18mm F1.8 Lens is a large-diameter prime lens compatible with all L-mount cameras for maximum versatility. It features a common size and position of control parts with the other series of F1.8 lenses (S-S85, S-S50, S-S24 and this S-S35), with a center of gravity that is almost the same, so it is easy to exchange lenses quickly with minimum balance adjustment when the camera is on a gimbal. They all feature rugged dust/splash-resistant design and common filters can be used thanks to the same diameter.

This new lens costs $999, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama. Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F1.8 Lens Officially Announced for $999”

Sony FR7 Cinema Line PTZ Camera Announced, Priced $9,699, Available for Pre-Order

Sony has just officially announced the new Sony FR7 Cinema Line PTZ Camera.  It is the World’s First  Pan-Tilt-Zoom Camera to Combine a Full-frame Image Sensor, Lens Interchangeability, and Remote Shooting Functionality.

This new camera costs $9,699, first available for pre-order at B&H.

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Sony a7 IV: Still the Best Selling in the Second Half of August 2022 (CAPA)

CAPA CAMERA WEB posted the best selling products of Yodobashi Camera’s interchangeable lens digital cameras in the second half of August 2022.  Sony a7 IV (Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama) still wins the top 1 position, followed by Canon EOS R5 (Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama). Continue reading “Sony a7 IV: Still the Best Selling in the Second Half of August 2022 (CAPA)”

Tamron 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens (Model A047) for Nikon Z Announced!

Tamron has just officially announced the new Tamron 70-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens (Model A047) for Nikon Z mount. This new lens provides a popular telephoto zoom range for the full-frame Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras. This lens spans a useful short- to long-telephoto range and measures just 5.8″ in length with a maximum diameter of 3″, and it weighs just 1.2 pounds.  The 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 is a highly practical telephoto zoom lens that performs across a diverse range of shooting styles including sports and other athletic events, wildlife, portraits, and more.

It is now listed at B&H. The price is not leaked. Continue reading “Tamron 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens (Model A047) for Nikon Z Announced!”