Artimis Astronauts Will Bring Two Nikon D5s To The Moon
p.1 #1Artimis Astronauts Will Bring Two Nikon D5s To The Moon
Actually a Canon guy here, but thought this side of the Fred Miranda fence would enjoy this article.
https://petapixel.com/2026/02/24/artemis-ii-astronauts-will-bring-10-year-old-dslrs-with-them-to-the-moon/
https://petapixel.com/2026/02/24/artemis-ii-astronauts-will-bring-10-year-old-dslrs-with-them-to-the-moon/
Feb 25, 2026 at 07:11 AM
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p.1 #2Artimis Astronauts Will Bring Two Nikon D5s To The Moon
It can double as a hammer if they have an urgent matter to attend to inside the craft.
Feb 25, 2026 at 07:39 AM
p.1 #3Artimis Astronauts Will Bring Two Nikon D5s To The Moon
Interesting info. The D5 still has super high ISO capability. It sounds like it’s on Artemis II since it’s already qualified for space flight. There must be different (lower) standards for ISS equipment.
It did note that Nikon/NASA are in the development/qualification process to take Z9s to the lunar surface when Artemis III launches on its mission. It mentioned some internal circuitry gets redesigned to harden it against the high radiation environment.
It did note that Nikon/NASA are in the development/qualification process to take Z9s to the lunar surface when Artemis III launches on its mission. It mentioned some internal circuitry gets redesigned to harden it against the high radiation environment.
Feb 25, 2026 at 09:21 AM
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p.1 #4Artimis Astronauts Will Bring Two Nikon D5s To The Moon
I'm sure the photos will be out of this world! 
Feb 25, 2026 at 10:33 AM
p.1 #5Artimis Astronauts Will Bring Two Nikon D5s To The Moon
That's the D3S 
RoamingScott wrote:
It can double as a hammer if they have an urgent matter to attend to inside the craft.
RoamingScott wrote:
It can double as a hammer if they have an urgent matter to attend to inside the craft.
Feb 25, 2026 at 12:48 PM
p.1 #6Artimis Astronauts Will Bring Two Nikon D5s To The Moon
Yes, Nikon is perfect for working in zero gravity. A few extra pounds don't matter there, and the strap lugs aren't under any strain. On the other hand, the spacecraft still needs to be able to take off, of course. 😄
Feb 25, 2026 at 03:48 PM