You can now preorder the new 35mm f/1.8 PRO autofocus Z lens at Meike Global (Click here).
And the new 24mm f/1.4 Z will be available for preorder in late July ( 600 grams, minimum focus 0,27cm and 72mm filter thread, for E/Z/L mount)
Chris Niccolls tested the (E-mount version) of the new Sirui 85mm lens. Here is what he think about this lens:
You can preorder it now at Amazon US, BHphoto, Amazon DE, Amazon FR, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Amazon ES.
The YouTuber spent a few days with the Nikon Zf (B&H) | Amazon | Adorama and shared his honest, non-technical impressions.
What he liked:
– Extremely premium build with brass dials and magnesium alloy plates
– Excellent shutter sound (“genuinely delightful”)
– Focus control without joystick works surprisingly well
– Retro design is visually pleasing and likely to age well
– Works great with small primes and can double as a second body alongside something like a Z8
What he didn’t like:
– Poor ergonomics without a grip or thumb support
– Not comfortable to hold for extended use
– Top dials (shutter, ISO) feel redundant for his auto-ISO shooting style
– Lacks customizable shooting modes found on modern cameras like Sony A7 series or Fuji GFX
Conclusion:
While not suitable for his personal workflow, he thinks the Nikon Zf is an excellent and well-made camera, particularly for those who appreciate manual controls and retro styling.
In the most recent Petapixel podcast, the hosts gave Nikon high praise for what might be the best mid-range mirrorless release of the year: the Nikon Z6 III.
Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake were unanimous in their excitement, calling the Z6 III a “genuinely new and competitive camera” that lands right where most hybrid shooters want to be. With a stacked sensor, fast performance, and competitive autofocus, the Z6 III punches above its class—and unlike Sony or Panasonic, Nikon actually filled the $2,000–$2,500 market gap.
Jordan said, “It’s not just a ‘safe bet’ camera—it’s exciting. And that’s rare at this price point now.” Chris added that he would absolutely recommend the Z6 III over options like the Sony A7 IV or Panasonic S5 II for most hybrid users.
They also pointed out that Nikon’s execution with the Nikon Zf proved that a retro-inspired design can be more than a gimmick—it’s functional, intuitive, and fun to use.
Jordan emphasized that Nikon is on a hot streak right now: “Z8, Z9, Zf, and now the Z6 III—every release has been solid.” The only thing missing, according to the podcast, is more marketing and maybe a few more third-party lens options to really make the system shine.
With Canon and Sony scrambling to maintain their positions in the mid-tier market, Nikon seems to be the only one actively innovating and releasing feature-rich bodies that don’t require flagship-level budgets.
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect hybrid mirrorless camera that nails both photo and video, the Z6 III might be it.
Venus Optics just announced the new Laowa 12mm f/2.8 autofocus Full Frame E-mount lens. You can preorder it now at BHphoto, Venus-store, Amazon.
Official product video:
First reviews:
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