Nikon Rumors, a global news outlet specializing in the latest updates and rumors regarding Nikon, released its weekly news flash (#898) for the second week of August.
This week's roundup features a wide array of brief updates, ranging from third-party lens manufacturers expanding their Z-mount lineups to new lighting gear launches, internal Nikon management developments, and real-world broadcast usage cases.
Here is a summary of the key highlights from Weekly Nikon News Flash #898.
1. Third-Party Lens & Accessory Trends
- Sirui Saturn V2 Full-Frame Anamorphic Announcement Set for September: Sirui is set to officially announce its 'Saturn V2' full-frame anamorphic lens series—an upgraded version of its 1.6x Saturn lineup—for the Nikon Z-mount this coming September.
- Godox C100 Transparent Viewfinder Camera Released: The Godox C100, featuring a transparent viewfinder design, officially went on sale for $45 at major retailers such as B&H Photo.
- Westcott Launches FJ100 Speedlight and Studio Strobes: Lighting brand Westcott introduced its new compact, portable FJ100 Speedlight alongside a lineup of studio strobes.
- Software and Accessory Discounts: Custom camera label brand Field Made kicked off its summer sale (25% off), while editing software Luminar Prime Fall Upgrade 2026 opened 50% early-bird pre-orders.
2. Real-World Field Usage & Nikon Corporate Updates
- Nikon ZR Deployed on Set for TV Drama 'Tsukiyo Koro': Nikon’s video-centric full-frame mirrorless camera, the 'Nikon ZR', was deployed as a secondary camera during production of the Japanese TV drama Tsukiyo Koro, demonstrating its real-world video capabilities.
- Nikon Executive Restructuring & Mid-Term Management Plan Disclosed: Nikon headquarters completed an internal reshuffle of executive assignments and officially published its '2026–2030 Mid-Term Management Plan Summary'.
✍️ Editor's Note
"Gathering a week's worth of Nikon ecosystem news highlights both the aggressive push from third-party lens makers and Nikon's solid internal foundation! In particular, Sirui teasing its next-gen full-frame anamorphic Saturn V2 for Z-mount in September, along with the video-focused ZR actively working as a B-cam in broadcast production, shows just how rapidly the Z-mount video ecosystem is maturing. Paired with the recent Z70 rumors, Z-mount shooters have plenty to look forward to this autumn!"
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