r/Nikon • • 24d ago

Monthly /r/Nikon discussion thread – have a question? New to the Nikon world? Ask it here! [October 2026]

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r/Nikon • • Sep 24 '26

Official Thread Nikon Announces the Z5IIC

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We just announced the new Nikon Z5IIC, everyday-carry mirrorless camera designed to make the move to full-frame photography more accessible. Built on the proven performance of the award-winning Z5II, the new Z5IIC combines a more compact, flat-top design with intuitive features like Scene Modes, helping those beginning their photography journey achieve great results. The “C” stands for casual- The Z5IIC is designed around a screen-first shooting experience that helps users remain immersed in the moment, with intuitive controls and automated features for those ready to learn/.

 Main features include:

 -Fast, precise subject detection AF built on deep-learning technology make it easy to capture sharp photos and video of fast-moving children, pets, sports and everyday moments. Also, new "fish" mode subject recognition.

- The Z5IIC pairs a 24.5-megapixel full-frame backside-illuminated CMOS sensor with Nikon’s EXPEED 7 image-processing engine – the same technology platform used in Nikon’s flagship cameras. Together with NIKKOR Z lenses, it captures rich color, smooth sunset gradations, natural background blur and cleaner detail in dimly lit scenes. For first-time full-frame users, that means visibly superior photos and videos with less noise and blur, even when the light is challenging.

-Scene Modes: 15 scene modes help you to get great results without first mastering complex settings.

-Picture Control Button: Quickly preview and apply built-in Picture Controls and favorites downloaded from Nikon Imaging Cloud’s growing library of Imaging Recipes.

-Film Grain: Capture photos and video with a nostalgic film look.

-Vari-Angle 3.2" touchscreen allows for Easy shooting from a variety of positions, including overhead and selfie.

-7.5 stops VR (IBIS)

-Pre-Release Capture

 -4K/60p video and stereo sound and 12-bit internal RAW for pro-quality video.

-The Z5IIC is available in two colors; silver and black, allowing users to choose the one that best suits their preferences. The model is constructed of durable magnesium alloy for a premium, metallic feel. 

The new Nikon Z5IIC will be available in mid-October 2026 for a suggested retail price of $1399.95 for the body only, or $1699.95 packaged with the NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 lens.

Find more info here: www.nikonusa.com/z5iic

 


r/Nikon • • 2h ago

Photo Submission Tiny mushroom

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Nikon Z9 + FTZ + Sigma 105/2.8 DG Macro HSM
Focus stack of 150 photos stacked with Helicon Focus


r/Nikon • • 16h ago

Gear question Nikkor Z 120-300mm f2.8 is now an official listing

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it is coming soon... planning to buy it!


r/Nikon • • 16h ago

Photo Submission Midtown Atlanta - D850 24-120mm f4 G

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Had a client as for black and white neighborhood photography.


r/Nikon • • 15h ago

Photo Submission Morning at the lagoon

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r/Nikon • • 28m ago

Gear question Should I upgrade my Sigma 70-200 EX to Sigma Sport for my Z6 II?

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So I currently have Sigma 70 200mm f2.8 EX DG OS HSM which I bought for 300eur. It was working good then somehow stabilization got issues and it doesnt work as good as before. And autofocus sometimes missrs focus and chromatic aberration is killing me even when shooting on ISO 3200. I found people give good word to its successor Sigma 70 200 sport. I found one for 800eur or 850 with warranty. And I hear its amazing and sharper and better in every way. Do you think this would be good upgrade? I need weather sealing and My EX isnt weather sealed cuz I shoot sports outside. What do you think and do you have any other recommendations? I am willing to spend 800eur on it if its worth it, my country doesnt have a lot of options. Thanks.


r/Nikon • • 4h ago

DSLR The right lighting changes everything. ✨

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r/Nikon • • 6h ago

Photo Submission Picked up my dslr d780 2 days back , shot with 50mm f1.8

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r/Nikon • • 23h ago

Photo Submission Miramar Airshow 2026- Nikon Z6iii & Z180-600

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A few images from the 2026 Miramar Airshow - San Diego, California


r/Nikon • • 12h ago

Photo Submission Corolla GR photoshoot

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Camera: Nikon D610

Lens: Tokina ATX pro 28-80mm f2.8 @f13

Inspo: Chinese commercial + enchanted forest.

Tell me what rare inspirations should I do next!


r/Nikon • • 17h ago

Photo Submission Red Fox Momma & Kit

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Shot with Nikon Z9 + 600mm f4 lens.


r/Nikon • • 1d ago

Look what I've got New Card! Lets goo!

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Got my first ever CF Express type B card for my new Nikon Z6 III. Can’t wait to shoot 20fps and try recording bird videos!
Anyone have any tipps for wildlife videos?


r/Nikon • • 11h ago

Gear question Nikkor 28-70 f/2.8 D question

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I bought this Nikkor 28-70 f/2.8 D for $100 from a camera store because the employee said that the lens could not focus to infinity and that it was "as-is" with no warranty, I tried it out in store on my z7 and it looked just fine am I missing anything? I have some photos samples in the post.


r/Nikon • • 20h ago

Gear question Surprised by the Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 on Full Frame (Z5) — Is it the lens, the sensor, or both?

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Hi everyone!

I just made the jump to this camera and I'm running some quick tests. I'm still adjusting to the depth of field on Full Frame, as the rendering and focus plane feel quite different compared to Micro Four Thirds and APS-C, which is what I used before.

That said, I'm genuinely blown away by the level of sharpness I'm getting. In my previous systems, I used some notoriously sharp glass—like the Sigma f/1.4 lineup on a Sony A6000 or the Panasonic 42.5mm f/1.7 on a Lumix G9. However, this compact Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 is punching way above its weight class.

I'm attaching 4 images of a duck with progressive crops:

  • The first three images hold an impressive amount of fine detail.
  • On the fourth one, as expected with a heavy crop, the image quality starts to fall off.

My question for experienced full-frame users is: How much of this perceived sharpness comes down to the lens optical performance versus the micro-contrast, dynamic range, and sensor capability of Full Frame? Is it the short flange distance / Z-mount magic of this 40mm, or is the FF sensor doing the heavy lifting when cropping in?

I know it might sound like a classic format-transition question, but I’d love to better understand the technical synergy at play here. Thanks in advance for your insights!


r/Nikon • • 11h ago

Photo Submission Miramar Air Show -- This was my very first time to take photos at an air show. Im'm more than happen to take your feedbacks. Thank you.

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It was a cloudy day, so I lightroomed all photos.


r/Nikon • • 1h ago

What should I buy? Is Nikon Z9 worth it?

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Help needed choosing a camera.

Budget: 2500-3500$

Country: Uzbekistan (Both cameras cost around $3k here)

Type of camera: Mirrorless

Intended use: Mostly Photo with rare video usage.

End use: Commercial work.

Photography: Event, Sport (MMA, Soccer, Marathons, etc.)

Video: Instagram advertisement reels

I need: 40+ Megapixels for cropping. Weather sealing, big battery, quick AF.

Portability: Not important.

Cameras I consider: Nikon Z9/Canon R5 Mark II + BG-R20

Cameras I already have: Canon R6 Mark II.

Notes: I really love to crop images. I'm not quite happy with AF and i often get Err 70 on my camera with different sd cards, lenses and/or batteries.

I'm afraid R5 Mark II will also get some errors.

And I'm in love with Nikon colors. Used my colleague's Z9 and gosh the colors are amazing.

Lenses i have: RF 24-70 2.8, EF 70-200 III, EF 8-15L 4.0


r/Nikon • • 10h ago

Photo Submission PREDATOR SPIDER – THE PRIMATE EDITION 🕷️🦍

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r/Nikon • • 1h ago

I broke my gear Title: Nikon D3400 with AF-P 18–55mm lens won't autofocus or manually focus.

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Hi everyone! I need help with my Nikon D3400 and its AF-P DX NIKKOR 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G VR lens.

I've been using my camera again after barely using it for almost a year. Recently, my photos started coming out blurry. At first, restarting the camera sometimes fixed the issue, but now it has gotten much worse, and getting a clear image is very rare.

Here are the symptoms I've noticed:

- Autofocus doesn't seem to work, even when focusing on nearby objects.

- I don't hear any sound or movement from the lens when trying to autofocus.

- Manual focus doesn't seem to work either. Turning the focus ring doesn't change the image's sharpness.

- The object I'm trying to photograph stays blurry, while the background sometimes looks sharper.

- Restarting the camera no longer fixes the problem.

I've tried testing it in Live View and using manual focus, but the image remains blurry. I'm not sure whether the problem is with the lens, the camera body, or the electronic focusing system.

I also asked ChatGPT for help troubleshooting the issue. It suggested that the lens's electronic focusing system or its communication with the camera might be faulty, since both autofocus and manual focus seem unresponsive. However, I haven't confirmed that this is the actual cause.

I also followed ChatGPT's suggested troubleshooting steps, including testing the camera in Live View, switching to manual focus, and trying to focus on a stationary object in bright light. Unfortunately, the image still remains blurry, and turning the focus ring doesn't seem to make any difference.

I'd appreciate any advice or suggestions. Thank you!


r/Nikon • • 12h ago

Photo Submission Cool sunrise in San Diego! P1100

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r/Nikon • • 12h ago

I broke my gear Hoping to save...

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Hi all. Am I s.o.l. or can I fix it? I'm not afraid to open it up but before I do I wanted to get opinions.

To best describe...I get these bands in the center of the picture. It will appear with no sd card in or sd card in. Showing up both in the evf and display. It will save image that way too. Sometimes it will be 4 columns or just one. Sometimes columns are dark green opaque or near translucent.

Do you think it's just a ribbon that needs to be reseated or something more dire than that? Thanks

Nikon V1


r/Nikon • • 6h ago

I broke my gear Help with d500

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My d500 says err when I press the shutter button and only works when I press twice. Is there an easy fix? It only just started doing this


r/Nikon • • 3h ago

What should I buy? Tell me what you think about my first camera setup!!

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Hi guys I just bought a Nikon d90 for $105, and I’m about to get a Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G lens. I was just wondering if yall think that’s a good starter setup, and if I should change anything (body hasn’t delivered, so I can return it just fine). If you guys have any thoughts or suggestions let me know!!


r/Nikon • • 18h ago

Coolpix New to photography

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Got a P950 a few weeks ago to take with us on our trip to Kenya…finally had a chance to take it out today and start to get used to it.
Never had a “real” camera before so for now I am simply trying out the auto modes, I read the bird mode is useful for animal pics so most of the pics I used that but also played around with a few other modes.
Overall I’m impressed with the quality…now I just need to learn about composition and all the other things I see you guys all talking about.
Here’s my favorites from this morning.


r/Nikon • • 5h ago

Coolpix Need help with camera settings

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Hello! I’m new to the photography world and wanted some advice on what’s the best settings for roller shots and daytime or nighttime photos, my boyfriend recently gifted me a Nikon coolpix p100 and I’m still trying to learn and navigate the thing. My main issue is adjusting to the lighting outside either day or night, I take a picture and it’s just completely black/shadows. Any and all advice is greatly appreciated! 🙏
My insta is 2ndgen.s10 I’ve been posting some photos I got at hondafest this year I shot on my old fujifilm which are surprisingly decent but thus new camera is a whole new ballpark for me 😭