Nikon has provided photography training for JAXA astronauts* Ayu Yoneda and Makoto Suwa. This training focused on using the Z9 mirrorless camera and Z-series NIKKOR Z lenses for the purpose of capturing images aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Through lectures and hands-on sessions, they learned essential photographic techniques, including how to shoot both exterior and interior views of the space station, and ways of documenting various activities.
After completing their training, the astronauts shared their excitement, remarking: “I want to take photos that can truly speak to people and leave a lasting impression,” “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to photograph the Moon, Earth, and spacecraft like the Apollo, bathed in beautiful light,” and “This training has furthered my passion for photography, and I can’t wait to take more pictures here on Earth, too.” Nikon is excited to support their future endeavors!

Photography : JAXA/Nikon
*At the time of training they were astronaut candidates, but were both officially recognized as astronauts on October 21, 2024.

You can now preorder the new Sirui 20mm T1.8 1.33X S35 AF Anamorphic Lens on Indiegogo (Click here).

Here is a review from Kai:

At the Cp+ the Chinese company Kase did display a prototype for a new  85mm f/1.4 Full Frame E-mount autofocus lens. The lens has a declickable aperture. At this time, the release date and price have not yet been decided.

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Image via Mynavi

BCN announced which cameras sold the most in the Japanese market in February. I marked in bold the Nikon cameras on this list:

1. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 II Double Zoom Lens Kit Black
2. Canon EOS R10 RF-S18-150 IS STM Lens Kit
3. Nikon Z 30 Double Zoom Kit
4. Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit Black
5. Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit White
6. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 Power Zoom Lens Kit Black
7. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 II Power Zoom Lens Kit Black
8. Sony α6400 Double Zoom Lens Kit Black
9. Fujifilm X-M5 XC15-45mm Lens Kit Silver
10. Nikon Z50II
11. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 Double Zoom Lens Kit Black
12. Nikon Z fc 16-50 VR Lens Kit Silver
13. Panasonic LUMIX G100D W Kit
14. Sony α6700 High Magnification Zoom Lens Kit
15. Nikon Z50II Double Zoom Kit
16. Sony α6400 Double Zoom Lens Kit Silver
17. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 II Double Zoom Lens Kit White
18. Canon EOS R50 RF-S18-45 IS STM Lens Kit White
19. Canon EOS R100 Double Zoom Kit
20. Canon EOS R50 RF-S18-45 IS STM Lens Kit Black
21. OM Digital Solutions OLYMPUS PEN E-P7 EZ Double Zoom Kit Silver
22. Fujifilm X-T50 XC15-45mm Lens Kit Silver
23. Panasonic LUMIX G100D K Kit
24. Nikon Z 30 16-50 VR Lens Kit
25. Nikon Z 50 Double Zoom Kit
26. Canon EOS Kiss X10 Double Zoom Kit Black
27. Fujifilm X-T5 XF16-50mm Lens Kit Silver
28. Sony α7C II Zoom Lens Kit Black
29. Canon EOS RP/RF24-105 IS STM Lens Kit
30. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 II Power Zoom Lens Kit White
31. Sony α7C II Body Black
32. Sony α7C II Zoom Lens Kit Silver
33. Nikon Z f 40mm f/2(SE) Lens Kit
34. Nikon Z fc 16-50 VR Lens Kit Black
35. Nikon Z50II 18-140 VR Lens Kit
36. Nikon Z50II 16-50 VR Lens Kit
37. OM Digital Solutions OLYMPUS OM-D E-M10 Mark IV EZ Double Zoom Kit Silver
38. Fujifilm X-T50 XC15-45mm Lens Kit Black
39. Sony α6700 Body
40. Canon EOS R10 RF-S18-45 IS STM Lens Kit
41. Nikon D7500 18-140 VR Lens Kit
42. Canon EOS R7 RF-S18-150 IS STM Lens Kit
43. Sony α7C II Body Silver
44. Nikon Z8
45. OM System OM-3 12-45mm F4.0 PRO Lens Kit
46. Fujifilm X-T50 Body Black
47. Canon EOS R100 / RF-S18-45 IS STM Lens Kit
48. Panasonic LUMIX G100D V Kit
49. Nikon D7500
50. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-E10 Double Zoom Lens Kit White

For $19 you can buy the new Elevation Lab on Amazon (click here). It’s the only way to find your camera if you lose it or get robbed. I actually AirTag all my gear and it saved me in the past when I lost it. So get one!

7artisans announced a new 120mm T2.9 Macro 2X Cine Z-mount lens you can reorder now at Amazon and 7Artisans. Here is the official introduction video:

Viltrox officially announced the new Viltrox 25mm f/1.7 Air APS-C AF Z-mount lens and you can get it at BHphoto, Amazon US&EU and Viltroxstore. On the Viltrox store use code “Rumor” to save additional 8%!