Nikon Z6/7 mirrorless system

[Eddie Draaisma]

My wild guess is that both Neo-Noct and 14-30 zoom will be releast at the same time.  At this moment, they are the only Z lenses whose outlooks are known.

The outlook of the 24-70/2.8 S is also known, maybe the next in line after these two. Personally I am interested in both 24/1.8 S and 85/1.8 S, both coming this year too.

https://nikonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Nikon-NIKKOR-Z-24-70mm-f2.8-S-lens.jpg

[Jack Dahlgren]

My wild guess is that both Neo-Noct and 14-30 zoom will be releast at the same time.  At this moment, they are the only Z lenses whose outlooks are known.

Maybe it is just my perception, but it seems like Nikon is releasing product by product - Z7 -> Z6 ->50mm-> Z6 video kit ... rather than releasing a family or group of products at once. Certainly the new Noct is exciting enough to release by itself.  I wonder if the 14-30 will get its own release or be overshadowed by Noct.

[Per Inge Oestmoen]

I’m only talking about a teleconverter for Z cameras to use F telephotos. Lenses stay the same. Removes the FTZ from the chain.

I would prefer a FTZ adapter having an aperture follower ring, ensuring true compatibility (without the old fashioned stop down metering) with the many admirably performing AI/AIS lenses.

[Akira]

The outlook of the 24-70/2.8 S is also known, maybe the next in line after these two. Personally I am interested in both 24/1.8 S and 85/1.8 S, both coming this year too.

https://nikonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Nikon-NIKKOR-Z-24-70mm-f2.8-S-lens.jpg

Thank you for the additional info on 24-70/2.8 which looks as bulky as the AF-S VR version.   

You mean, 20/1.8?  The release of 24/1.8 is scheduled for 2020.

Maybe it is just my perception, but it seems like Nikon is releasing product by product - Z7 -> Z6 ->50mm-> Z6 video kit ... rather than releasing a family or group of products at once. Certainly the new Noct is exciting enough to release by itself.  I wonder if the 14-30 will get its own release or be overshadowed by Noct.

Both Nikon and Canon have to enrich their new mirrorless systems as quickly as possible before the Tokyo Olympic Games.  So, Nikon may release the lense in groups.  But indeed the neo Noct could be released alone, because it is sensational enough.

[Eddie Draaisma]

Thank you for the additional info on 24-70/2.8 which looks as bulky as the AF-S VR version.   

You mean, 20/1.8?  The release of 24/1.8 is scheduled for 2020.

In the updated lens roadmap the release of the 24/1.8 has been moved forward from 2020 to 2019, the release of the 20/1.8 S has been pushed back from 2019 to 2020...

https://nikonrumors.com/2019/01/08/updated-nikon-z-mirrorless-lens-roadmap-a-total-of-23-z-lenses-by-2021.aspx/

[pluton]

I would prefer a FTZ adapter having an aperture follower ring, ensuring true compatibility (without the old fashioned stop down metering) with the many admirably performing AI/AIS lenses.

+1
Seems like something that Nikon could do if they wanted to.

[golunvolo]

I went out today with the z6 and 105mm 2.5 ai. This lens has a cpu upgrade and it works like a charm. Focusing is a pleasure with peaking and magnification at any distance.

[Akira]

In the updated lens roadmap the release of the 24/1.8 has been moved forward from 2020 to 2019, the release of the 20/1.8 S has been pushed back from 2019 to 2020...

https://nikonrumors.com/2019/01/08/updated-nikon-z-mirrorless-lens-roadmap-a-total-of-23-z-lenses-by-2021.aspx/

Oh, I missed the info on the NR.  Thank you for updating "my" awareness!

[Birna Rørslett]

Paco's contribution shows the power of the old 105 is still present with the Z6. Not entirely unexpected, I'd say. In particular the first example is strikingly good.

[JohnBrew]

I went out today with the z6 and 105mm 2.5 ai. This lens has a cpu upgrade and it works like a charm. Focusing is a pleasure with peaking and magnification at any distance.

Good to know. But, then i’ve never found a Nikon on which this lens wasn’t stellar. Someday (maybe sooner...) i’ll Try it on the Z7.

[Nikfuson]

Since I don’t read manuals much: What «cable release» is currently the «ultimate» solution when >30 sec. is needed?

[Birna Rørslett]

Plenty of alternatives - just ensure the camera end has the proper USB plug. Hahnel, Aputure, Hama... Cheap knock-offs work well enough (I have one labelled VHBW RS006, and at least one or two of other brands).

If you should purchase a Foolography GPS for your Z6, they tend to come bundled with a remote release. Mine did.

[Frank Fremerey]

Plenty of alternatives - just ensure the camera end has the proper USB plug. Hahnel, Aputure, Hama... Cheap knock-offs work well enough (I have one labelled VHBW RS006, and at least one or two of other brands).

If you should purchase a Foolography GPS for your Z6, they tend to come bundled with a remote release. Mine did.

Foolography ... if they come at all ... waiting since Photokina

[Birna Rørslett]

They are located in Berlin -- give them a call. No need to wait for Godot (oops GPS). I got my Photokina order a long time ago. A perfect match for the Z6 and Z7.

[Nikfuson]

Received my 50/1.8S today and despite darkness and no tripod I had to test it out. These images are not meant to be technically "perfect" rather I think they demonstrate the possibilities the new camera system provides.
All handheld.
EXIF:
First one is f/1.8, ISO 100, 1/50s.
Second is f/1.8, ISO 4000, 1/5s.
Third is f/1.8, ISO 8000, 1/4s.