{
  "id": 130064,
  "title": "Nikon never bothered to support the Nikon Zf and Zfc with retro-cool lenses, but thanks to Voigtlander it doesn’t need to",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/nikon-never-bothered-to-support-the-nikon-zf-and-zfc-with-retro-cool",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-04T13:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Digital Camera World",
    "slug": "digital-camera-world",
    "url": "https://www.digitalcameraworld.com/cameras/mirrorless-cameras/nikon-never-bothered-to-support-the-nikon-zf-and-zfc-with-retro-cool-lenses-but-thanks-to-voigtlander-it-doesnt-need-to"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Nikon Zf and Zfc, inspired by the retro-styled Nikon FM2 film-era SLR, appeared in 2021 and 2023 respectively, but their lack of aperture ring in lenses proved disappointing. Despite this, Voigtlander stepped in to offer retro-cool Z-mount lenses for these cameras. Voigtlander's lenses are officially licensed by Nikon, ensuring authentic quality, and they feature all-metal barrels and manual focus only designs. The collection includes 10 full-frame optics and three APS-C (DX) lenses, all of which boast electronic contacts for EXIF data and Image Stabilization, plus aperture rings. Voigtlander's Z-mount lenses, with their robust construction and vintage aesthetics, provide a satisfying alternative to Nikon's offerings.",
  "summary": "I’m long past hoping Nikon will launch a range of retro-themed optics to support its heritage mirrorless cameras, but here’s why that shouldn’t put you off investing in a Nikon Zf",
  "key_points": [
    "Nikon Zf and Zfc released in 2021 and 2023",
    "Voigtlander offers retro-cool Z-mount lenses",
    "Lenses feature aperture rings and manual focus"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}