Nikon’s Latest Patent

Nikon might have more fast lenses on the way. A new patent, spotted by Japanese site Asobinet, shows designs for what look like two new wide-angle primes: a 24mm f/1.2 and a 28mm f/1.2. These would join Nikon’s current trio of f/1.2 lenses — the 50mm, 85mm, and 35mm — which have all been super well received by both reviewers and photographers.

If these new lenses actually make it to production, they’d be a big win for low-light and astro shooters looking for sharp, bright glass. The 35mm f/1.2 was the last lens on Nikon’s official roadmap, so these patents might be a hint at what’s coming next.

Of course, patents don’t always lead to real products — but it’s fun to dream, especially when Nikon’s been on a roll lately.