The Nikon Report

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

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Nikon Report 70

New Nikon Summer promotion starts in Europe

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/

Shipping updates

USA: Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S lens is currently shipping from Adorama to pre-orders placed at the end of April 2022

https://bit.ly/3a93CgK

UK: talk what we received last week after the report (there were some good deliveries)

https://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk/

Nikon released firmware update version 1.21 for the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lens

https://bit.ly/3lWJ7qe

Nikon tech support updated the “Approximate movie recording times for Z 9”

https://bit.ly/38ZaOvU

Nikon released their latest Investor Relations (IR) Day presentation materials.

https://bit.ly/3NIwtXL

Full report:

https://bit.ly/3N61OUt

Imaging Business:

https://bit.ly/3O2ooO7

https://bit.ly/3M2MUwT

https://bit.ly/3lWJNMi

https://bit.ly/3M3kq64

Z90 vs R7 discussion

https://bit.ly/3NNGK5h

Red is suing Nikon for allegedly infringing on its video compression technology with the Z9’s N-RAW video capture

https://bit.ly/3awLQEB

https://bit.ly/3wZQS3P

3rd Party

New APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount: Kipon Ibelux 40mm f/0.85 Mark III

https://bit.ly/3ta63GD

Meike 7.5mm f/2.8 DX lens has been for Nikon Z

https://bit.ly/3x2G3zx

Delkin issued an update with regards to their new Delkin Black cards

https://bit.ly/3z8yrgg

Film News:

ORWO announces new Wolfen NC500 colour negative film

https://bit.ly/3lUBgK5

Reviews

Backscatter (a photographic dealer in the USA focusing on underwater equipment) published a Nikon Z9 review asking a question: How good is it as an underwater camera?

https://bit.ly/3MXgFk5

Nikon Z fc Camera Review by Christopher Frost

https://bit.ly/3NNGXFB

Approaching the Scene 200: Why I Love the New Nikon 800mm 6.3 PF S by Hudson Henry Photography

https://bit.ly/3GBkwRi

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon Auto-Focus Explained with Mark Cruz, Senior Manager, Product DCIL at Nikon USA

https://bit.ly/3LVVTQA

Thanks for watching!

#nikon #nikonz9 #z9

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at [email protected]

Nikon Report 69

Delivery updates:

B&H is now shipping Nikon Z9 orders placed on October 30 https://bit.ly/3GcqGqZ

Adorama is still listing the Nikon Z9 shipping date as July 10, 2022: https://bit.ly/3PGP3Se

UK update: a shipment coming to the UK. http://shop.graysofwestminster.co.uk

increased supply of Z 24-120 f/4S in the USA. https://bit.ly/3wDlBVr

Rumours: First Nikon Z 600mm f/4 lens rumours hit the web. https://bit.ly/39P4JlT

Canon will soon announce R7 & R10 what does it mean for Nikon https://bit.ly/3PCUl0J

The Nikon Z9 is the top-selling camera in Q1/2022 with a 57% market share https://bit.ly/39NnEgD

This makes Nikon Z9 Unstoppable: as it wins every possible award https://bit.ly/3lybxHd

Nikon USA published: Tips for Sunrise Photography with the Z 9 https://bit.ly/3lGyOXb

MARGUERITE BORNHAUSER WINS THE EMERGING PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR AWARD https://bit.ly/3wBaqNa

Nikon Corporation announcements https://bit.ly/3sS5mBM

Notice on Changes of Investment Ratio to Subsidiary Company https://bit.ly/3sR20ig

Notice Concerning Partial Amendments to the Articles of Incorporation https://bit.ly/3MVfGRD

Notice Concerning Revision of Compensation System for Directors https://bit.ly/3G8yVo9

NASDAQ: Nikon Revenues Increase Y/Y in Q4, Outlook Upbeat https://bit.ly/3wJmCu1

The 40th Leitz Photographica Auction is coming up on the 11th June 2022 https://bit.ly/3PPc4T5

3rd Party: The new Megadap ETZ21 Sony E to Nikon Z AF lens adapter coming soon https://bit.ly/3PvZ4S5

AstrHori 85mm f/2.8 TS-E macro tilt lens  coming for Nikon Z https://bit.ly/3NvAAXf

YONGNUO "YN 50mm F1.8 Z mount officially announced https://bit.ly/3PBaeow

ON1 Photo RAW 2022.5 is coming in June with Nikon Z9 support https://bit.ly/39KJAsS

Reviews: Z 28-75mm f/2.8 Lens review by Grays https://bit.ly/3LFyxhK

DSLRs RULE Livestream https://bit.ly/3lBrRqp

The First female football photographer Hy Money who tells a pioneering story. https://bit.ly/3NvB0wN

https://bit.ly/3wLHMro

Being a Premier League CLUB PHOTOGRAPHER Seb Frej https://bit.ly/3sQYlBe

https://bit.ly/3yVh42i

The Best Photography Grants and Scholarships in 2022 by Petapixel https://bit.ly/3PBZma1

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#nikon #canon #nikonz9

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

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Nikon Report 68

Nikon Financial results

https://bit.ly/3sF0EXM

https://bit.ly/3FNAo30

https://bit.ly/39tmxCU

Nikon continues to discontinue more F-mount products

https://bit.ly/3PoQcxC

Z 800mm lens is the best selling lens at Yodobashi Camera in the 2nd half of April.

https://bit.ly/3PpgBLr

Yodobashi Camera Song:

https://bit.ly/3LkmiHe

DPReview published a Nikon Z 50mm F1.2 S sample gallery

https://bit.ly/3LkaF3p

Joe McNally published his thoughts on the NOCT 58mm f/0.95 Lens which you can read on his blog

https://bit.ly/37PHNCd

3rd party

Here is an update on upcoming Voigtlander lenses that will be released this month

https://www.cosina.co.jp/voigtlander/z-mount/

Cosina officially released some additional information on the new Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 35mm f/2 Aspherical lens for Nikon Z-mount.

https://bit.ly/3yFZ100

https://bit.ly/3wiG55O

Sample photos:

https://bit.ly/3LhzM6U

The new Yongnuo 50mm f/1.8 Z DF DSM mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount will be announced on May 20.

https://bit.ly/3NedsMI

Meyer Optik Görlitz will soon release new Biotar 58 f/1.5 II and Biotar 75 f/1.5 II lenses for Nikon Z and F mounts

https://bit.ly/3LwW1G9

Fotodiox Pro TLT ROKR tilt-shift lens adapter for Nikon Z-mount

https://bit.ly/3szJydW

Video:https://bit.ly/3Pnxmqs

F mount version: https://bit.ly/3PoX4eg

Weekend Read & Watch

Birds in Flight with the Nikon Z9 | Incredible Birds of Mexico by Jan Wegener

https://bit.ly/3NzBxOr

Long Lens Sport Photography | Nikon School meets Joel Marklund by Nikon Europe (with Ricci)

https://bit.ly/3wkD1q0

Sole Dance | Nikon Z9 film in 8K by Anthony Arendt

https://bit.ly/3MecxMd

Nikon Z 9 | Behind-the-Scenes on the set of Sole Dance | 8K 60p RAW Video and more

https://bit.ly/3PphZ0B

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz #z9

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at [email protected]

Nikon Report 67

800mm hands on & Reviews:

JEFF LUBECK published 1st shots taken with the lens https://bit.ly/3Fv9zAi

NIKKOR Z 800mm f6.3 VR S PF review by Mobile01 (chinese website, translated) https://bit.ly/3Fwheyh

Nikon Z 800mm f6.3 VR S review by CameraLabs https://bit.ly/3vVZKZ8

Nikon updated the Windows 11 compatibility for their software packages https://bit.ly/3AuUYBP

The Year Ended March 2022 Financial Results will be announced on May 12, 2022 https://bit.ly/3Pb8bXX

3rd Party:

CIPA numbers for March 2022 https://bit.ly/3yp3DYf

https://bit.ly/3A9Uphc

TTartisan 50mm f/0.95 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount has been officially announced https://bit.ly/3yvwQRd

https://bit.ly/3kTPlqv

The NiSi 15mm f/4 Sunstar ASPH lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available also in silver https://bit.ly/3ypNxgU

Delkin Devices Introduces New and Faster BLACK CFexpress Type B Memory Cards https://bit.ly/3M0r0vh

https://bit.ly/3wllVXP

Alphagvrd recently launched camera skins for the Nikon Z9 camera. Several different colours and patterns are available: https://bit.ly/3sqBdcn

Reviews: Reikan FoCal: Nikon Z9 Review & Analysis https://bit.ly/3ypQkqi

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon 100-400mm Z Lens Review by Grays https://bit.ly/3P5Ik3X

Nikon 100-400mm Z Lens VS Nikon 500mm PF on the Z9 - Which Lens Is Best for Bird Photography by Mark Smith

PART 1: https://bit.ly/3wgBtvQ

PART 2:  https://bit.ly/3M6Hxh5

Shooting Sports | D5 / Z 9 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S | Let's talk Sport With Chris Thomas | Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/39a96Hy

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz9 #z9

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at [email protected]

Nikon Report 66

Delivery updates: https://bit.ly/3yeYceo

https://bit.ly/3vSAeEh

Nikon USA rebates for May https://bit.ly/3MVqejb

Nikon products receive the iF DESIGN AWARD 2022 https://bit.ly/3FeeDck

NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S Firmware https://bit.ly/3w4nM35

NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Firmware https://bit.ly/3FjUcec

Nikon also released a firmware for Coolpix P1000 https://bit.ly/3MOIJWm

Xitek published an interview with the Developers of Nikon Z 800/6.3 VR S Lens (translated) https://bit.ly/3kFWWJb

Moose Peterson released a masterclass on HOW TO USE THE NIKON Z9 LIKE A PRO https://bit.ly/3kE6hkP

3rd Party:

NAB Show 2022 happened last week. https://bhpho.to/3KKbORr

Xingyao Optical announced a New Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8 wide-angle lens for Nikon Z mount https://bit.ly/3vZyaZM

Film News:

Analogue Spotlight are hosting their first independent event on 14th May https://bit.ly/3FiRoO4

German film brand ORWO launches Wolfen NP100, a new ISO 100 black and white film https://bit.ly/3Ff03RP

Orwo 35mm films are now available for pre-order https://bit.ly/3vHEmXh

Reviews:

Nikon Z9 vs Sony A1 vs Canon R3- Is the Z9 the KING of FLAGSHIPS? By Manny Ortiz https://bit.ly/3ycU7Y0

Weekend Read & Watch

The best and worst ways to clean your camera's sensor by DPReview TV https://bit.ly/38Qln3U

“Into The Mountains” is a visual journey through the beautiful mountains of Epirus, Greece (shot with the Nikon Z7II) https://bit.ly/3yarsmt

Finalising your video – Nikon action videography https://bit.ly/3w8Bt0Z

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz9 #z9

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at [email protected]

Nikon Report 65

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens is now shipping. https://bit.ly/3w4Tu0b

https://bit.ly/3LwLcEs

Nikon now published a Manual for the lens online. https://bit.ly/3OG3KUQ

Nikon released a Z9 button function custom control list https://bit.ly/3KiiztA

Firmware updates:

Z 9 Firmware https://bit.ly/3OQrBBB

Z 6II Firmware https://bit.ly/3Kj5akV

Z 7II Firmware https://bit.ly/3rS30lM

Nikon released version 1.2.0 of their remote control software NX Field with added support for the Z9 https://bit.ly/3rSQhiZ

Picture Control Utility 2 https://bit.ly/3xUJFnT

Webcam Utility (Windows) https://bit.ly/3rQ5hOA

NX Tether https://bit.ly/3vHKspD

Camera Control Pro 2 https://bit.ly/3EMINmN

NX Studio https://bit.ly/3EOaPyd

NEW PATENTS FILED BY NIKON

Improved version of the Z 24-70mm f/4 S lens https://bit.ly/3LnD892

200-400mm F5.7-7.7 PF https://bit.ly/3OxJ41r

70-300mm F4.5-5.6 https://bit.ly/3rS39pk

28mm F2 https://bit.ly/3EMJ5Kp

Nikon Museum Released a new Original Strap https://bit.ly/39kUlC7

a story of current Nikon Watches https://bit.ly/3Kd1CAA

Adorama is selling a used Nikon Nikkor 300mm f/2 ED IF AI-S lens for $20,999. https://bit.ly/37HeUs2

https://bit.ly/3MyNl2U

3rd Party news: TTartisan to announce a new 50mm f/0.95 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount https://bit.ly/3Ljoyj6

Davinci Resolve released a beta 1 for their upcoming ver. 18 release. https://bit.ly/3KnICzo

https://bit.ly/3kfd8kp

Reviews:

Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Lens Review: A Superior Successor by Petapixel https://bit.ly/3EOaprw

DPReview TV also published their video review of Z9 https://bit.ly/3rPD7Tx

Weekend Read & Watch

Nikon's 6mm f/2.8 Fisheye on a Z 9 - first time ever? By Grays https://bit.ly/397ekUz

Nikon Auto-Focus Explained with Mark Cruz  https://bit.ly/3EOaBqK

Z 9 FirmWare 2.0 & Why Z6 II Z7 II + Nikon Owners Can Rejoice  Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3vO3uuf

This Film Expired 60 Years Ago, can I still use it ? by Matthieu Stren https://bit.ly/3rSJFRC

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #z9 #nikonz9

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

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Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

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Nikon Report 64

Dpreview’s Nikon Z9 review: the best camera ever tested

https://bit.ly/3v3NWnk

https://bit.ly/3xFV8rp

Interview: Sports photographer Mark Pain on the new Nikon Z9

https://bit.ly/3sabhRC

Nikon Marketing's Accurate Wording

https://bit.ly/3KfFTYZ

Nikon Z9 camera sensor tested at DxOMark

https://bit.ly/3v2bFEo

The next batch of Nikon Z9 camera shipments in the US is expected on May 10th https://bit.ly/3MjYCnn

The new Really Right Stuff plates for Nikon Z9 are now available for pre-order

https://bit.ly/3K3pdn2

Nikon Software updates:

Nikon SnapBridge version 2.9.0 released for iOS and Android.

iOS: https://apple.co/3Oo9Vge

Android:

https://bit.ly/37xa5RS

Pairing Tool for NX Field has been updated to ver. 1.0.1

https://bit.ly/3JX3AVv

3rd Party News:

Trade solidarity with Ukraine (BPI NEWS)

https://bit.ly/3vFcLoK

LAOWA LENSES LAND IN UK

https://bit.ly/3vFcLoK

Laowa also announced an update version of 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift lens for Nikon F and Z mounts

https://bit.ly/3EBc1Vm

Cosina announces $990 Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm F2 Aspherical lens for Z-mount cameras

https://bit.ly/3vwSYYk

Voigtlander NOKTON D 23mm f/1.2 Asph lens for Nikon Z-mount is also coming in May.

https://bit.ly/3vvW3I5

https://bit.ly/38cjaPO

Adobe released an April update for its Creative Suite.

https://adobe.ly/3jZH1oK

Weekend Read & Watch

Dirck Halstead, Photojournalist Who Captured History, Dies at 85 The New York Times

https://nyti.ms/3848R0l

Dirck Halstead obituary The Times

https://bit.ly/3L53MDG

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#nikon #z9 #nikonz9

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at [email protected]

On 14th of April Nikon announced the firmware updates for Nikon Z9 as well as Z6 II & Z7 II cameras, MC-N10 Remote Grip as well as NEW Type B CFexpress memory card.

Z9, Z6 II & Z7 II firmware updates

https://www.nikon.co.uk/en_GB/news-press/press.tag

MC-N10 Remote Grip & MC-CF660G CFexpress Type B memory card

https://bit.ly/3KK1UQu

Recommended viewing:

Nikon Z9 Raw 2.0 - GOAT Level Firmware Update by Gerald Undone

Goes through video features

https://bit.ly/3ErPhaA

Nikon Z9 2.0. New 8K 60fps, 20 AF Area modes, Pre capture. + Memory Cards Tested

https://bit.ly/3vmKkvB

Nikon Z9 Firmware 2.0 Update | First Look with Seth Miranda

https://bit.ly/3MaU5na

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz9 #z9

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at [email protected]

Nikon Report 63

AP AWARDS 2022 – BEST CAMERAS, SMARTPHONE AND DRONE OF 2022

https://bit.ly/3Oaw8y8

AP AWARDS 2022 – THE BEST LENSES OF 2022

https://bit.ly/3xtUNb5

Nikkor 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR vs. Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens specifications comparison

https://bit.ly/3LSQ5HY

Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 lens hood costs $150

https://bit.ly/3xtPnNg

Steve Perry’s photos with the new Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens

https://bit.ly/38D3VzK

He also published a video with The Story Behind The Photographs

https://bit.ly/3xqhOMf

Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 PF VR S First Impressions by DPReview

https://bit.ly/3KH1uKP

The Nikon 800mm 6.3 PF | Wildlife Photography in the Arctic Tom Mason

https://bit.ly/36f5oeY

Nikon Z9 review: Speed, resolution and 8K video power by Engadget YT

https://bit.ly/3jDcmxn

THE 'Z 9 Moment' | FROM HERE TO 'WHAT NEXT?' | Opinion Piece | Matt Irwin

https://bit.ly/3JKVxLG

Nikon's video production subsidiary “Nikon Creates” begins operations and enters the imaging content creation business using cutting-edge technology

https://bit.ly/3O5WGk9

Nikon Announced a BUYBACK of its own shares.

https://bit.ly/3vjvJkB

Nikon’s Vision 2025: Medium Term Management Plan

https://bit.ly/3KHa4cu

3rd Party:

Topaz Labs released a version 6 Gigapixel AI

https://bit.ly/3O85juB

Weekend Read & Watch

Using the Nikon 8mm f/8 Fish-eye Nikkor as Intended: for SCIENCE!

https://bit.ly/3xrbBzG

Z 9 50mm 1.2 S | Night City Photography | 10 Cool Melbourne Lanes Captured In One Take | Matt Irwin

https://bit.ly/38CUbFE

Nikon Camera Commercials from the 1980s and 1990s - FILM!

https://bit.ly/37kTMr4

Thanks for listening!

#nikon #nikonz9 #z9

Konstantin & Becky bring to you the latest Nikon news and photography related announcements.

Rebecca Danese: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_danese

Konstantin Kochkin: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkochkin

Production: Konstantin Kochkin

Contact us at [email protected]

Nikon Report 62

800mm has been officially announced https://bit.ly/3708Hqv

First looks videos:

Matt Irwin: EPIC Nikon 800mm PF VR S 8K First Look https://bit.ly/3J9bRFr

NIKKOR Z 800mm F6.3 VR S Phase Fresnel Lens | Hands On with Seth Miranda https://bit.ly/35JCEdU

Steve Perry also had a sneak peak: Nikon 800PF Sneak Peek! https://bit.ly/3ucE61M

Tom Mason: Nikon 800mm 6.3 PF EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK | A fantastic new option for wildlife photographers! https://bit.ly/37mkVJP

Nikon Z800mm F6.3 PF. First Look. Sample images & video https://bit.ly/3DIDjcc

Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S mirrorless lens for Z-mount now shipping https://bit.ly/3JeBpRL

Morten Himler published a very interesting video on shooting with Nikon Z9 + Z 400mm for Wildlife Photography in Scotland with a special guest Ricci. https://bit.ly/3NO14Ei

Z9 Delivery updates: https://bit.ly/38ksUHV

Z9 Receives best of the best Red Dot Product award 2022 https://bit.ly/3LM42Yc

ZFC, Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR &  ECLIPSE Si upright microscope also receive Red Dot Awards 2022 for Product Design https://bit.ly/3LM42Yc

Nikon Z 9 & SONY A1 | Another 10 Reasons+ To Choose Z9 | Matt Irwin https://bit.ly/3ucwf4d

3rd Party: Voigtlander 35mm f/1.2 lens has been released & we are stocking it. https://bit.ly/3xa6pQq

Venus Optics Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift lens that we discussed last week has been officially announced for Nikon F and Z mounts https://bit.ly/38ykkFJ

DaVinci Resolve 17.4.6 update released with added support for decoding Nikon RAW files https://bit.ly/37j8j6n

Wooden Nikon F camera replica model is now back in stock on Ebay & Etsy https://bit.ly/3JdHVZ4

Nikon F Trilogy – Three Volume 2nd Edition by Uli Koch https://bit.ly/3ubqEeH

Reviews:

Nikon Z 28-75mm f/2.8 Review: An Affordable Alternative to a 24-70mm https://bit.ly/3x7YanP

Weekend Read & Watch

The latest article in the Thousand and One Nights blog has been published by Nikon. https://bit.ly/3x7Y3sp

Patrick Demarchelier obituary https://bit.ly/3NSaSwV

Tribute to PATRICK DEMARCHELIER Photographer - Fashion Channel https://bit.ly/36ZBOKK

WHAT MAKES THIS PHOTO GREAT #32 PATRICK DEMARCHELIER https://bit.ly/3x9itl4

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#nikon #z800 #z9