The Latest Nikon Rumours

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The latest Nikon rumours suggest that the company has several new lenses on the way, alongside a few camera updates. On the camera front, the next model to be announced will likely be the Nikon Zr, expected to debut in September 2025. A silver edition of the Nikon Zf is also reportedly in development, while the long-awaited Nikon Z9 II could arrive in late 2025 or early 2026. One thing photographers shouldn’t expect anytime soon, however, is a high-resolution body exceeding 45 megapixels. Despite some chatter online, Nikon has confirmed there is no 61MP camera in the works right now.

Where things get more interesting is with lenses. Nikon is said to be working on at least six new Z-mount lenses set for release over the coming months. For DX (APS-C) shooters, two lenses are on the horizon: a 35mm f/1.8 Macro (or something similar) and a fast 16-50mm f/2.8 zoom. For full-frame users, possible releases include a wide-angle option (either a 14mm prime or a 14-24mm zoom) plus a versatile 24-105mm. On the telephoto side, Nikon is preparing a 100-300mm or 120-300mm f/2.8, with pricing rumoured to land around the $8,000 mark. An 85mm f/1.4 portrait prime is also in the making.

Beyond stills lenses, Nikon is also said to be working on new cinema glass, though details remain very scarce, with no confirmed focal lengths or apertures. If all these rumours hold true, the next six months could bring one of the biggest Z-mount lens rollouts since the system’s launch.