Here are the two Z-mount lenses Viltrox will announce next week at the 2026 NAB show (previously reported here) – you can already pre-order them at Foto Erhardt:

Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 EVO APO full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount

 

Main features:

• First standard AF lens with APO design for maximum color accuracy.
• Bright f/1.8 aperture ideal for low light and smooth bokeh.
• Advanced optical construction with 13 elements in 10 groups (ED, HR and UA).
• Fast and precise autofocus with STM motor.
• Minimum focusing distance of 0.34 m for greater creative versatility.
• Lightweight and compact (≈350 g), perfect for everyday use and travel.
• Intuitive control with Fn button, AF/MF switch and clickable ring.
• Water and dirt resistant front coating + sealed frame.
• APO design for superior control of chromatic aberrations
• f/1.8 aperture with smooth bokeh and excellent low-light performance
• Advanced optical construction with ED, HR, and UA elements
• Fast, quiet and precise autofocus with STM motor
• Minimum focusing distance of 0.34 m
• Intuitive control with Fn button, AF/MF and click control
• Lightweight, compact, and durable construction for everyday use
• Sealed against dust and moisture + protective front coating
• Price: €349
• Check for pre-orders at B&H Photo and the official Viltrox store

The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 EVO redefines the concept of a standard lens by incorporating an apochromatic (APO) design—a rarity in this category—ensuring exceptional control of chromatic aberrations. By precisely aligning red, green, and blue wavelengths on the same focal plane, this lens delivers cleaner, more natural images with extremely smooth tonal transitions, even in high-contrast situations.

The f/1.8 aperture provides great versatility, allowing you to shoot with excellent quality in both well-lit and low-light conditions. Combined with the high-quality UA element, it produces a smooth, organic bokeh with elegant and natural plane separation.

The 13-element, 10-group optical construction, including ED and HR elements, ensures impressive sharpness from corner to corner, even on high-resolution sensors. Whether capturing environmental portraits, street photography, or travel shots, the lens maintains consistent detail, texture, and contrast, even when cropping or digitally zooming.

With a minimum focusing distance of 0.34 m, the AF 35mm f/1.8 EVO allows you to explore closer compositions while maintaining excellent sharpness and optical character. The 35mm focal length, with a 63° angle of view, offers the ideal balance between context and realism, making it an extremely versatile choice for visual storytelling.

Autofocus is ensured by an STM motor, providing fast, quiet, and precise focusing—ideal for both photography and video. Ergonomic controls include an Fn button, AF/MF switch, and click adjustment, allowing for quick and intuitive adjustments in the field.

Compact and lightweight at approximately 350g, this lens integrates seamlessly into travel setups or everyday use. Its robust construction includes a sealed mount and a water- and dirt-resistant front coating, ensuring greater reliability in outdoor conditions.

Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO APO full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount

 


Main features:

• Standard optics with APO design for maximum color fidelity
• Bright f/1.8 aperture ideal for portraits, low light, and smooth bokeh
• Advanced optical construction with 13 elements in 9 groups (ED, HR and UA)
• Fast and precise autofocus with STM motor
• Minimum focusing distance of 0.43 m for greater versatility
• Lightweight and compact (≈365 g), ideal for everyday use and portrait photography
• Intuitive control with Fn button, AF/MF switch and click control
• Sealed frame and front coating resistant to water and dirt
• APO design for advanced control of chromatic aberrations
• f/1.8 aperture with excellent low-light performance
• Optical construction with ED, HR and UA elements
• Fast and quiet autofocus with STM motor
• Minimum focusing distance of 0.43 m
• Ideal natural perspective for portrait and urban photography
• Ergonomic control with Fn button and AF/MF switch
• Robust construction with sealing and protective coating
• Price: €349
• Check for pre-orders at B&H Photo and the official Viltrox store

The Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO elevates the concept of a standard lens by integrating an advanced apochromatic (APO) design, ensuring exceptionally accurate color reproduction. By aligning red, green, and blue wavelengths on the same focal plane, this lens dramatically reduces chromatic aberrations, resulting in cleaner, more natural images with smooth tonal transitions, even in high-contrast scenes.

The f/1.8 aperture delivers excellent low-light performance, keeping noise levels low and allowing for greater creative freedom. Thanks to the high-quality UA element, bokeh is smooth and natural, with elegant plane separation, ideal for portrait and artistic photography.

Its optical construction of 13 elements in 9 groups, including ED and HR elements, ensures consistent sharpness from corner to corner, even on high-resolution sensors. From the finest details to complex textures, the lens maintains a high level of definition, even when cropping or enlarging the image.

With a minimum focusing distance of 0.43 m, the AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO lens allows you to capture details up close and with precision, maintaining excellent image quality throughout the entire range. The 55mm focal length, close to the perception of the human eye, offers a natural and balanced perspective, ideal for environmental portraits, street photography, and urban photography.

The autofocus, powered by an STM motor, ensures fast, quiet, and precise performance, equally suited to photography and video. Ergonomics include an Fn button, AF/MF switch, and click control, allowing for quick and intuitive adjustments while shooting.

Compact and lightweight at approximately 365g, this lens is perfect for extended use without fatigue, maintaining an excellent balance between portability and optical quality. The robust construction includes a sealed mount and a water- and dirt-repellent front coating, ensuring greater durability in outdoor environments.

Additional pictures:

Recap on the upcoming Nikon Z-mount lenses from China

The upcoming Viltrox AF 35mm & 55mm f/1.8 EVO full-frame lenses for Nikon Z-mount are already listed for pre-order at Foto Erhardt

The upcoming Viltrox Evo lenses surpass the performance of existing APO lenses, Viltrox calls them “Hyper APO”

The upcoming Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 and 55mm f/1.8 EVO lenses will have an APO design (E/Z/L)

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Miracles do happen: the original NikonRumors Facebook page with 150k followers, which I had for almost 20 years, is back online!

For now, I will keep the new NR page as a backup and continue posting to both.

You can also find NikonRumors at:

• X/Twitter
• Instagram
• Blue Sky
• Threads
• RSS Feed
• Email notifications

NR is also on YouTube, Flickr, and Pinterest, but there is not much going on there.

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The new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens is now in stock for the first time at:

• B&H Photo
• Foto Erhardt

Previous coverage of the lens is available here:

Comparing the new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens with the previous version

Hands-on photos of the new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens (now shipping)

Interview with Nikon on the new Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 Mark II lens

New Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens officially announced, available for pre-order

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Field Made launched new Nikon Z Stealth Kits available for different camera models:

You can use the discount code rumors for 10% off.

Additional information:

Description

• The Nikon Z Stealth Kit is the ultimate accessory for photographers who value discretion and a refined, minimalist aesthetic.
• Our precision-cut vinyl decals offer a versatile solution for your Nikon Z cameras, featuring two distinct aesthetic options in every kit:
• Ghost Logo (Gloss-on-Matte): A premium, tone-on-tone effect that uses gloss ink over a matte black base, creating a subtle, barely visible Nikon logo texture.
• Plain Black (Matte Black): A completely unmarked, solid matte black option for the deepest level of camouflage and minimal presence.

The Stealth Advantage

• Aesthetic Flexibility: Choose your preferred level of discretion — from subtle “ghost” branding to full anonymity. Each kit includes covers in both styles, so you can easily swap them depending on your shooting environment or mood.

Materials

• Outdoor-rated premium vinyl from the USA with permanent adhesive.

Origin

• High-quality vinyl sticker, printed in Canada using vinyl manufactured in the USA. This product is compliant with USMCA rules (Category C).

Previous coverage of Field Made can be found here:

Field Made released new labels for Viltrox Z-mount lenses

Field Made customizable indicator labels for Nikon Z9 batteries

Field Made announced customizable labels for Nikon EN-EL15 batteries

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Recap on the upcoming Nikon Z-mount lenses from China:

→ SG-Image will soon release a new 18mm APS-C pancake lens for Nikon Z-mount (check the official website for updates).

→ Thypoch officially announced the previously reported 24-50mm f/2.8 lens (the first Chinese full-frame autofocus constant-aperture zoom lens).

→ Venus Optics is working on a new Laowa wide-angle zoom autofocus mirrorless lens.

 

→ Viltrox is teasing the release of its first large-aperture APO AF lens at the 2026 NAB show (9 pm, April 20). Two new lenses are expected to be announced at the same price as the 85mm f/2 EVO lens ($275). See this post for additional information. Check the official website for updates. Previous coverage of Viltrox lenses can be found here.

→ A new Viltrox LAB 35mm f/1.2 lens without an LCD screen will also be announced on April 17th (see the current Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB for Nikon Z-mount).

TTartisan is teasing the launch of two new full-frame AF lenses: “Delivering exceptional image quality, premium optical glass construction,  crafted with the spirit of a master artisan.” TTArtisan has just launched a new line called Air, and it seems they’re also planning a new lens line called Neo. Check the official website for updates. Previous coverage of TTartisan lenses can be found here.

7artisans is also expected to announce new products at the 2026 NAB show. Check the official website for updates. Previous coverage of 7artisans lenses can be found here.

Via PhotoRumors

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“I’m back” is back with a new “I’m Back Roll” digital camera back, equipped with a 26MP APS-C Sony IMX571 sensor, that is compatible with Nikon film cameras:

The project is now live on Kickstarter, with over $550k raised by 950+ backers.

Here is the “I’m Back Roll” product fact sheet and some additional information:

• Product Name: I’m Back Roll APS-C
• Concept: Digital conversion system for analog cameras
• Sensor: Sony APS-C (16–21 megapixels)
• Storage: 256GB internal SSD
• Image Formats: RAW and JPEG
• Design Philosophy: All-Inside Design, No external screen, No external cables
• Connectivity: Bluetooth synchronization + Wi-Fi image transfer
• How it works:
  • Insert the system into the camera’s film compartment
  • The sensor sits in the film gate
  • The roll module occupies the film chamber
  • Shoot normally using the camera’s mechanical shutter
  • Images are stored internally and transferred later

How it works:

• I’m Back Roll APS-C sits exactly where the film normally goes.
• Inside the roll, there is a 26MP APS-C Sony IMX571 sensor.
• To capture an image, you first need to advance the camera, moving the film lever and arming the shutter mechanism.
• Then, using our remote control, you click, synchronize and trigger the photo, just like in the old days.
• This way it preserves the rhythm and experience of shooting film – including missing a shot now and then – while recording everything digitally.
• This version works with all 35mm film cameras.
• For the first time, it will also be possible to use the system with underwater cameras such as Nikonos and other similar models.
• The reason is simple: everything is contained inside the body of the device. There are no external parts required.
• In our previous models, I’m Back 35 and I’m Back Film, an external module was necessary. With this new version, the entire system is integrated internally, which makes compatibility much broader.
• Another important improvement is the new, larger sensor. This version uses an APS-C sensor, providing better image quality and a larger capture area.

Other photography-related projects currently available on Kickstarter:

• Rewindpix non-disposable digital “Film” camera
• New Peak Design travel bags
• CamCast – turn your camera into a smart, connected system
• Yashica pocket camcorder

Via PhotoRumors

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→  Tamron started new Spring lens rebates.

→ Think Tank Photo announced new DarkLight camera bags.

→ PolarPro announced a new Goldstache filter.

→ The new Voigtlander SEPTON 40mm f/2 lens for Nikon Z-mount will be released on April 15th. Pre-order links: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt.

→ The Nikon ZR camera drops below £2,000 in the UK for the first time.

→ The 74th Nikkor Photo Contest is now accepting entries.

→ Nikon Corp. sees a significant decline in short interest: “Short interest plunged 52.9% in March to 1,355 shares, leaving approximately 0.0% of Nikon’s shares sold short.”

→ Nikon announced Brandon Woelfel and Tina Sokolovska as the newest members of the prestigious Nikon Ambassador program.

→ Rare Nippon Kogaku collection: Nikon S4 & legendary Nikkor lenses.

→ A short film shot with the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens.

→ Nikon ZR | Phantoms – bringing the Nikon ZR camera underwater.

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Nikon USA started new rebates for April 2026 – after reducing some of the savings in March, the new rebates are coming back even stronger (the new rebates are set to end on May 3rd). In addition to the rebates, some Nikon cameras are now coming with a free memory card (NIXQD64GB) or other accessories. See the details at:

• B&H Photo
• Paul’s photo
• Service Photo

Full list of discounted Nikon gear for April in the USA:

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After a flawless 10-day voyage that took humanity farther from Earth than any crewed mission in over 50 years, NASA’s Artemis II has safely splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off San Diego. Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, Mission Specialist Christina Koch, and Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen are back on Earth, and they brought back something extraordinary: breathtaking images captured with Nikon cameras that will define this historic flight for generations.

As we’ve reported here at Nikon Rumors, the Artemis II crew relied on Nikon D5 DSLR cameras as their primary handheld cameras, plus a Nikon Z9 that was added at the last minute for deep-space radiation testing ahead of future missions. No fancy new mirrorless flagship, no commercial sponsorship deal – just proven Nikon gear that NASA has trusted for decades in the harshest environment imaginable. The results? Absolutely stunning.

Why the “old” Nikon D5 was the perfect space camera

NASA didn’t pick the Nikon D5 because it was cheap or trendy – they picked it because it’s battle-tested, radiation-hardened, and delivers class-leading high-ISO performance that modern mirrorless cameras still can’t match in the extreme conditions of deep space. With lenses including the Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8, 35mm f/2, and the 80-400mm for lunar detail, the D5 handled everything from cabin portraits to long-exposure night-sky shots and razor-sharp Moon close-ups.

The Nikon Z9 made the trip too, primarily so NASA could gather real-world data on how its stacked sensor and electronics hold up to cosmic radiation – data that will shape the camera inventory for the next Artemis III and beyond.

Nikon in space: no contract, all glory

As multiple outlets have noted, Nikon didn’t have a paid commercial partnership with NASA for this mission – they simply had the right gear that had already been flight-qualified years ago. Christina Koch and the rest of the crew have shared how the cameras performed flawlessly, with the D5’s high-ISO prowess and rugged build proving once again why it remains NASA’s go-to for critical imagery. Many readers were shocked by Nikon’s lack of coverage of this historic event.

Iconic images captured with Nikon gear

Here are some of the best and most iconic photographs from NASA’s Artemis II mission that were captured using Nikon cameras from the official NASA website (images.nasa.gov) and the NASA Johnson Flickr account (nasa2explore):

Here are some of the most popular YouTube videos on the Nikon gear on board of NASA’s Artemis II historic mission:

NASA Artemis II astronauts will take the 10-year-old Nikon D5 DSLR camera around the moon, here is why

NASA’s Artemis II astronauts will take a Nikon Z9 to space

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TTartisan announced new AF 17mm f/1.8 Air and 7.5mm f/2 fisheye silver edition APS-C lenses for Nikon Z-mount. For now, only the 7.5mm f/2 lens is available for order (the 17mm f/1.8 will be released later):

• Worldwide: TTartisan store
• US: B&H Photo (coming soon)

Additional information on the new lenses:

TTartisan 7.5mm f/2 fisheye APS-C lens

• APS-C Frame
• 180° Ultra Wide Angle
• F2 Aperture
• Circular Fisheye Creation on Full Frame
• 0.125m Closest Focus Distance
• Clicked Aperture Ring
• Full metal body

TTartisan AF 17mm f/1.8 Air APS-C lens

• Autofocus APS-C Prime Lens
• 81° wide-angle of view
• F1.8 Large Aperture
• Metal Lens Body
• STM for Quiet and Fast AF
• 0.18m Minimum Focusing Distance

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Nikon released firmware update version 1.04 for the Z50II mirrorless camera with a single fix:

• Changed the way the aperture was adjusted on a lens when the standby timer expired.

PhotonsToPhotos released sensor measurements for the Nikon Z50II camera

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The previously reported Brightin Star 11mm f/2.8 II full-frame fisheye lens for Nikon Z-mount has now been officially announced – this is the second generation of the Brightin Star 11mm f/2.8 model.

The introductory price of the lens is $249.99. After April 23, the price will be $269.99. Orders are now open at the official Brightin Star website (coming soon to B&H).

Additional information:

Brightin Star lenses now available at B&H Photo

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Nikon has registered a new N2324 camera in Asia:

Here is the list of upcoming/rumored Nikon cameras:

• Nikon Z9II (see rumored specifications)
• Nikon mirrorless camera without a viewfinder designed for photography
• Nikon APS-C camera

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Essilor Luxottica has raised its stake in Nikon Corporation to 18.59% from 17.53% through open-market purchases, according to a large shareholding filing filed in Japan around April 5–6, 2026. This latest incremental increase continues the Franco-Italian eyewear giant’s (owner of Ray-Ban, Oakley, and other brands) steady accumulation of shares since securing regulatory approval in October 2025 to hold up to 20% of the Japanese company, making it Nikon’s largest shareholder at the time while building on their longstanding 50/50 joint venture (Nikon-Essilor Co., Ltd.) for Nikon-branded eyeglass lenses since 2000. The investment has been described as a long-term passive holding with no activist intent or plans to influence Nikon’s management or strategy.

Nikon’s stock has been up over 11% YTD:

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Nikon contributes to research on the effects of microgravity in drug discovery – the company’s Live Cell Observation System was selected for a NASA-supported project andis heading to the International Space Station:

Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce that the live cell observation system developed by Nikon and its U.S.-based subsidiary Nikon Instruments Inc. (NII) has been selected for “research on the effects of microgravity in life sciences and drug discovery” on board the International Space Station (ISS), supported by the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS), manager of the ISS National Laboratory. The U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Northrop Grumman Commercial Resupply Services (CRS) 24 mission is set to launch to the space station from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, on April 9, 2026. On this mission, foundational operational verification will be conducted for an observational microscope system used to culture, maintain, and observe live cells and tissues.

Since the Apollo 15 mission in 1971, Nikon cameras and lenses have been used in various NASA missions and space shuttle explorations. Most recently, the Nikon Z9, the flagship model of Nikon’s mirrorless camera lineup, is in use on the ISS. This high reliability and technological capability have also been demonstrated in the field of microscopy, where Nikon has a proven track record of providing microscopes for use on the ISS. In 2021, the company was selected for an ISS development support project for private companies, supported by CASIS with U.S. government grant funding. This research focuses on developing equipment that enables long-term visual analysis of cell behavior and biological tissue responses to pharmaceuticals in the limited space of the ISS experiment module. The contract for this project has been concluded between NASA and NII, with NII responsible for project management and Nikon and NII jointly responsible for development of the live cell observation system.

On the ISS, observations using MPS* will be conducted via the Nikon Experimentation Microscope in Orbit (NEMO), a system combining Nikon’s live cell observation system which can observe and evaluate the behavior of cells and biological tissues with high precision, and a cell culture incubator and automated media perfusion system developed by BioServe Space Technologies (BioServe) in Boulder, Colorado, U.S. BioServe’s system maintains an optimal environment for cells, while Nikon’s live cell observation system serves as the microscope, enabling high-precision evaluation and analysis of the effects of microgravity on living organisms through observation of cell behavior and biological tissue responses in space.

*Microphysiological Systems: 3D culture systems that create an environment mimicking conditions inside living organisms.

Understanding the effects of gravity on biological tissues is an important area of research for accelerating human extraterrestrial activities, and is expected to potentially lead to elucidating the causes of aging phenomena and diseases in living organisms. For this reason, it is attracting attention from global life science companies, including pharmaceutical companies and biotechnology firms aiming to develop pharmaceuticals, as cutting-edge research.

Through this project, Nikon will leverage the technical advantages and insights gained to serve as a bridge connecting space and Earth, continuing to contribute to life science research and technological innovation.

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Nikon released a new firmware update version 1.02 for the Nikkor Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 lens (B&H | WEX | Erhardt) with a single fix:

• Fixed an issue where the focus peaking display remained on without any manual focus operation after enabling focus peaking and turning the camera off and on.

The new firmware can be downloaded here.

Previous coverage of the Nikkor Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 lens can be found here.

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I will be traveling in the next few days and will have limited Internet connectivity.

Check the following Nikon Facebook groups for the latest news:

• Nikkor Lenses
• Nikon Z Mirrorless Cameras
• Nikon D850
• Nikon Z6 III
• Nikon Zf
• Nikon Z8
• Nikon ZR
• Nikon Coolpix P900 P950 P1000 P1100
• PhotoRumors
• Sigma
• Voigtlander
• Zeiss
• Tamron

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When reviewing old photos, scanned prints from a film-era Nikon, compact camera photos, or mobile shots, the memories often appear much “softer” than we remember them, with compression artifacts and distracting noise. Then, how can you restore old photos and, optionally, enhance faces with a realistic finish?

Aiarty Image Enhancer is designed for photo restoration and quality upscaling, with both AI inference and manual control. It helps to reduce noise, fix flawed portraits, restore old photos, and upscale to a higher resolution, while keeping the output natural and faithful.

One-time Payment and Cross-Platform Offer:

Anyone can grab a Lifetime License (multi-PC/Mac) for $79 (49% off), offering great value with lifetime usage, a 30-day money-back guarantee, and full feature access without a hidden fee.

All updates are free for existing users as always.

How Aiarty Helps with Photo Quality Restoration

Aiarty Image Enhancer has AI models to denoise, deblur, restore old photos, and enhance image quality, with a strength slider to adjust intensity. The results remain natural without an over-sharpening look.

Restore Old Photos to Natural Clarity

On modern 4K displays and large-format reprints, legacy 2MP and 5MP photos appear blurry and muddy. Older Nikon shots in low-light scenes often show digital noise and color speckles.

AI models in Aiarty Image Enhancer will apply noise removal and detail restoration properly, while also offering flexible adjustments:

• Option to upscale photos by x2, x4, to 2K, 4K, etc.
• AI eraser to remove stains, blemishes, photo creases and folds, and dust in scans.
• Easy color panel to adjust contrast, saturation, and lighting.
• Specialized AI models for different photo types or scenarios.

And these are core features that make a great AI image enhancer.

Image Test 1. Left: original old portrait. Middle: Aiarty More-Detail Model, scale x1, enable 2-pass with AIGCsmooth v3, Face Restoration on, strength 0.95. Right: same settings, turn off 2-pass processing.

Aiarty Image Enhancer applies these adjustable controls, allowing photographers to refine results based on the condition of each file rather than applying uniform corrections.

Fix Blurry Faces and Make Portraits Clearer

Soft or blurry faces are sometimes caused by limited autofocus performance, slight camera shake, or sensor constraints in earlier compact cameras.

For low-definition and heavily compressed portraits, the optimized AI face enhancer in Aiarty Image Enhancer supports 1-click restoration. It will bring back details for skin, hair, and natural clarity.

Image Test 2. Fix blurry faces with Aiarty. Apply Real-Photo Model, Scale x1 with Face Restoration on, then Upcale x2. This keeps the retro look’s natural grain, while naturally restoring face clarity and details to the fluffy toy bear.

For some photos, you don’t need to always toggle on the Face Restoration option, as the standard AI models will improve portrait quality initially.

Using the real-time preview, you can easily switch AI models, inspect results, and maintain the most suitable settings for a natural, faithful portrait retouch. It is particularly handy for:

• Indoor portraits from early DSLRs with digital zoom artifacts.
• Family photos from compact cameras and mobile shots.
• Cropped or low-resolution images from older archives.

Denoise, Upscale, and Keep Natural Details

One challenge for photo restoration software is avoiding over-processing. Old camera photos, especially those already softened by sensor limitations, can quickly look artificial if pushed too far.

Aiarty Image Enhancer addresses this with dedicated AI models and adjustable strength controls that maintain texture while improving clarity. This is particularly noticeable in areas such as hair, skin, and surface textures.

Image Test 3. Upscale low-resolution portrait with Aiarty Image Enhancer. Apply the More-Detail model, 2-pass, and adjust the strength to 0.60. Since the result is already clearer and natural, you can toggle off the Face Restoration option.

Besides old portrait photos, Aiarty Image Enhancer also works for wildlife photography, low-light scenes, street shots, product listing images, digital illustrations, web downloads, and mobile scans.

Image Test 4. Fix grainy low-light photos with Aiarty Image Enhancer. Apply the Real-Photo model, dialing strength around 0.75-0.85 to remove digital zoom noise while keeping realistic details.

With dedicated AI models handling tricky scenarios and photo-quality issues, manual strength control, and 2-pass processing options, you can fine-tune the enhancement to the desired look, avoiding the overly processed look common in other tools.

Easy, Stable, and Safe Workflows

Local processing matters a lot for users seeking 100% offline solution. Aiarty Image Enhancer works as a standalone image enhancer software on a desktop, and image processing stays offline securely for utmost privacy concerns.

The local mechanism also allows it to take full advantage of supported hardware, delivering a stable and speedy processing for batch tasks.

Image Test 5. Retouch and clean up old photos with Aiarty. Besides applying x2 upscaling, you can also enable the AI eraser to brush over distracting objects. Aiarty will auto-fill the target area, moving blemishes and photo bombers.

Image Test 6. Restore old portrait with Aiarty: 2x upscaling, face restoration, color correction, and AI eraser. Fold lines removed, image sharpened, facial and hair details faithfully reconstructed, and yellowing corrected.

Within broader restoration workflows, newer features such as AI eraser, expanded RAW file support, TIFF/DNG HDR export, optimized lighting, and color rendering make it efficient in professional pipelines.

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To support flexible workflows on multiple devices, users can choose the following options of Lifetime License for only $79 now (regular price $155), each offering 49% off with different device setups:

• Cross-Platform License (1 PC + 1 Mac)
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For photographers restoring legacy files, improving family archives, or refining old album downloads, this combination of capability and pricing makes Aiarty Image Enhancer a practical addition to a modern workflow.

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Mission Commander Reid Wiseman mentioned in a recent Q&A session that the camera being taken to the lunar surface for the Artemis II mission will be the Nikon Z9. The crew specifically pushed to have this camera on board to study how the deep-space radiation environment affects its sensors. This data will help NASA understand the long-term impacts of deep space travel on high-end digital imaging technology.

Previous reports suggested that NASA Artemis II astronauts will take the 10-year-old Nikon D5 DSLR camera around the moon:

NASA Artemis II astronauts will take the 10-year-old Nikon D5 DSLR camera around the moon, here is why

Watch the Q&A session at the 11:22 minute mark:

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Nikon issued an update regarding macOS Tahoe compatibility:

Information regarding macOS Tahoe compatibility

Regarding compatibility of the Mac version of our software with macOS Tahoe, please see the information below.

IPTC Preset Manager Ver.1.3.0

For Intel: We have confirmed that there are no issues with basic operation.
For Apple Silicon: We have confirmed that there are no issues with basic operation. (It works natively with Apple Silicon.)

Nikon Message Center 2 Ver.2.5.2

For Intel: We have confirmed that there are no issues with basic operation.
For Apple Silicon: We have confirmed that there are no issues with basic operation. (It works natively with Apple Silicon.)

NX Studio (including Nikon Transfer 2) Ver.1.10.0

For Intel: We have confirmed that there are no issues with basic operation.
For Apple Silicon: We have confirmed that there are no issues with basic operation. (It works natively with Apple Silicon.)

NX Tether Ver.2.5.0

For Intel: Supported.
For Apple Silicon: Supported. (Works natively with Apple Silicon.)

Webcam Utility Ver.1.2.0

For Intel: We have confirmed that there are no issues with basic operation.
For Apple Silicon: We have confirmed that there are no issues with basic operation. (It works natively with Apple Silicon.)

Wireless Transmitter Utility Ver.1.15.0

We have no plans to support the following software.

• Camera Mix Pro 2
• Camera Control Pro Ver.1.x
• Capture NX 2
• Capture NX Ver.1.x
• Capture NX-D
• KeyMission 360/170 Utility
• Nik Color Efex Pro 2.0
• Nik Color Efex Pro 3.0 Complete Edition
• Nik Color Efex Pro 3.0 Select Edition
• Nikon Capture Series
• Nikon Scan Series
• Nikon Transfer Ver.1.x
• Nikon View Series
• PC-PJ Transfer
• Picture Control Utility 2
• PictureProject
• PictureProject COOLPIX Remote Control
• Shot Movie Creator
• Thumbnail Selector
• ViewNX 2 (including Movie Editor)
• ViewNX Ver.1.x
• ViewNX-i (including ViewNX-Movie Editor/Nikon Transfer 2)
• Wireless Camera Setup Utility
• Wireless Connecting Utility
• WT-3 Setup Utility

Please note that we do not plan to support other software, SCSI connections, or serial connections. For inquiries regarding this matter, please contact our Customer Support Center.

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