Photo Rumors

The previously reported LK Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 P FE Prima lens is now officially announced. In the US, some LK Samyang lenses are also sold under the Rokinon brand. In Europe, Smyang lenses are sold at Foto Erhardt and WEX Photo. Additional information on the new lens: LK SAMYANG Expands […]

The previously reported DJI Avata 360  drone is now officially announced: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt Additional information: DJI Avata 360 Sets New Standards for Immersive 360 FPV Flying Equipped with DJI’s flagship 1-inch imaging, O4+ video transmission, and omnidirectional […]

The previously reported SG-Image AF 35mm f/2.2 is now officially announced (SG-Image lenses are sold at eBay, AliExpress, and Amazon Japan): SHENZHEN, CN / March 25, 2026 / SG-image Technology Co., Ltd. is proud to announce the official launch of the AF 35mm F2.2, a portable autofocus prime […]

Here is a short recap of the GoPro vs. Insta360 lawsuit results: Insta360 won decisively on the tech patents: The ITC ruled no violation on all five utility patents (covering stabilization, horizon leveling, distortion correction, etc.). GoPro won narrowly on design: The ITC found infringement of […]

Kodak just dropped its final major batch of pro still films: Ektapan Black & White (T-Max equivalent, ultra-sharp T-grain) EKTAPAN 100 – finest grain/sharpness EKTAPAN 400 – sharpest 400-speed B&W ever EKTAPAN P3200 – pushable to 3200+ Formats: 35mm + 120 (P3200 = 35mm only). […]

The previously leaked Panasonic Lumix TZ300 compact camera is now officially announced Pre-orders: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt Additional information Basic specification: 1-inch BSI Sensor with 20.1MP LEICA 24-360mm focal range 5-axis Hybrid O.I.S. 4K and FHD video modes WiFi, […]

Beyond the Pen Tool: A Faster Way to Handle Complex Masking with Aiarty Image Matting (guest post) We’ve all been there: the shoot was perfect, but now you’re zoomed in at 400%, wrestling with a stray strand of hair that just won’t stay in the selection. It’s the least creative part of […]

Here is some additional information on the previously leaked Panasonic Lumix TZ300 compact camera that should be announced soon (price: €999): Update: the camera is now officially announced and available for pre-order at B&H Photo, WEX Photo, and Foto Erhardt. Sensor: 20 Megapixel 1-inch […]

Photons to Photos published their Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera’s photographic dynamic range sensor measurements The Leica Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2 ASPH “Glossy Black” lens is now $100 off Interview with Toshiyuki Tsumura from Panasonic Interview with OM System Fujifilm Announces New Lineup of […]

DJI has filed a lawsuit against Insta360 over patent violations. Here is what we know so far: DJI initiated the lawsuit: DJI filed a patent ownership dispute lawsuit against Insta360 at the Shenzhen Intermediate People’s Court in Guangdong Province, China. Date and timing: The case became public […]

Here is a recap of the latest Canon EOS R7 Mark II APS-C mirrorless camera’s rumored specifications: Sensor: 39MP BSI (backside-illuminated) stacked CMOS APS-C sensor (some earlier rumors mentioned ~40MP). Sensor readout/performance: Very fast readout speed, close to (or potentially faster than) […]

The previously reported first Chinese full-frame autofocus constant-aperture zoom lens will be the Thypoch 24-50mm f/2.8. Here are the first leaked pictures of the upcoming lens from Chinese social media: Thypoch will also announce a new 35mm f/2 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount: Leaked: new Thypoch […]

Here is the latest Leica news: Leica Camera has a new CEO: Andreas Voll Leica SL3/SL3-S camera firmware update version 4.0.1 released The custom Casio M-Edition watch inspired by Leica M cameras is now in stock Deal of the day: the latest Pixii Max M-mount full-frame camera is now $500 off The next […]

Here is the latest Nikon news: This custom Casio M-Edition N168 watch is inspired by the iconic Nikon cameras The new Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II lens is now shipping Profoto Connect Pro firmware update released with Nikon improvements Frame.io released an update expanding its Camera to […]

Here is the latest Sony news: MAP Camera February Sales Rankings – Sony a7V on Top Sony FX6 Firmware 6.00 Released Sony CP+ 2026 Interview: The Truth About the α7 V, RX1R III’s Missing Features, and the Future of E-Mount Adapting Sony Minolta Lenses For A Classic Look Today Tamron 17-28mm […]

Here is the latest Fujifilm news: PT: Fujifilm CP+ 2026 Interview – GFX RF, GFX Eterna, More Pancakes, the X-Pro4’s Future, and More 23 Products Received The 2026 Globally Prestigious “iF Design Award” Fujikina 2026 Announced May 9–10 Focus on Glass Final Update: XF16-80mmF2.8, […]

It seems that in a recent interview with Photolari, OM SYSTEM confirmed their plans for a new PEN camera to be released in the future. A recap of the video below can be found here: OM System confirms plans for a new PEN camera Previous OM SYSTEM PEN camera rumors: OM SYSTEM on a new The post It […]

The new Chinese brand Vistilen is planning to release several new AF lenses for Canon RF mount: Vistilen 33mm f/1.4 APS-C Vistilen 55mm f/1.4 APS-C Vistilen 35mm f/2 full-frame Vistilen 50mm f/1.8 full-frame Vistilen 55mm f/1.8 full-frame Vistilen 85mm f/1.8 full-frame Vistilen 85mm f/1.4 […]

Viltrox announced a new retro compact folding Z2 flash for Nikon, Sony, Canon, and Fujifilm cameras, priced at $37: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Viltrox store Additional information: Foldable Design for Higher Flash Position and Portability TTL Mode for Sony, Nikon, Fujifilm, and Canon 5-Step […]

Venus Optics officially announced the previously reported Laowa 15-24mm T8 and 15-35mm T12 macro probe zoom lenses. Orders are now open at B&H Photo. Additional information: The new Laowa 15-35mm T12 + 15-24mm T8 probe zoom lenses are now available for pre-order Venus Optics to announce new […]