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  • Cosina to display new lens prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan
    by PR admin on 17 January 2026 at 04:33

    Cosina will display new lens prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan: Stay tuned for updates and live coverage. 2026 CP+ Camera and Photo Imaging Show dates announced The post Cosina to display new lens prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan appeared first on Photo Rumors. Related posts: Here […]

  • What else is new?
    by PR admin on 17 January 2026 at 04:23

    Here is what else is new: The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens is now in stock The new Funleader Contax G35 non-destructive conversion kit V2.0 is now back in stock (Planar 35mm f/2 T* lens) Comparing the new Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera with the Leica Q3 Monochrom First Ricoh GR IV […]

  • Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 lens for Z/E/RF/L officially announced
    by PR admin on 16 January 2026 at 03:26

    The previously reported Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 lens for Z/E/RF/L mount is now officially announced and available for order at Amazon, Ali Express, and Brightin Star website with an introductory price discount: Introductory price: $269.99 (valid January 16 – January 26) Regular price: […]

  • New Voigtlander Portrait Heliar 75mm f/1.8 lens with bokeh control ring for Nikon Z and Canon RF mount announced
    by PR admin on 16 January 2026 at 01:35

    Cosina announced a new Voigtlander Portrait Heliar 75mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z and Canon RF mount (the lens already exists for Sony E-mount): Bokeh control ring (Spherical Aberration Control Ring) Communication with the camera body via electronic contacts All-metal lens 6 Optical Elements in 3 […]

  • First leaked picture of the upcoming Viltrox lens for L-mount
    by PR admin on 16 January 2026 at 01:04

    This is the first leaked picture of the upcoming Viltrox lens for L-mount: The first two Viltrox lenses for L-mount are rumored to be: Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 for L-mount Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 for L-mount Viltrox joined the L-Mount Alliance in September, 2025: Today Viltrox became the 10th member of […]

  • Poll: would you buy the new Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera for $2,200?
    by PR admin on 15 January 2026 at 05:01

    Would you buy the new Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera for $2,200 (B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt)? Vote in the poll below: Please enable JavaScript to view the poll powered by Disqus. Update: I made a typo – “Now” should be “Not”. Additional coverage of the Ricoh GR IV […]

  • The Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera is now officially released
    by PR admin on 15 January 2026 at 03:51

    The Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera is now officially released: Pre-orders: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt Ricoh GR IV vs. GR IV HDF vs. GR IV Monochrome comparison Comparing the new Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera with the Leica Q3 Monochrom Detailed specifications Additional information […]

  • The new Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 lens will be announced on January 16th
    by PR admin on 14 January 2026 at 22:17

    The previously reported Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 full-frame manual focus lens will be officially announced on January 16th. Here are the details (check the Brightin Star website for updates): For Z/E/RF/L mount 7-group, 10-element optical design with 2 high-refractive index elements Technical […]

  • The new Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera is now available for pre-order
    by PR admin on 14 January 2026 at 22:16

    The new Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera is now available for pre-order (additional information): B&H Photo WEX Photo Foto Erhardt The Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera is now officially released Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera development announced The latest Ricoh GR IV camera accessories Comparing […]

  • New 7Artisans M 75mm f/1.25 Mark II lens announced
    by PR admin on 14 January 2026 at 17:09

    The previously reported 7Artisans M 75mm f/1.25 Mark II lens for Leica M-mount is now officially announced and available for order: 7Artisans online store (worldwide shipping available) B&H Photo (coming soon) Additional information can be found here: New 7Artisans M 75mm f/1.25 Mark II lens […]

  • The new Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo cinema camera, which also shoots video, is now available for purchase in the US
    by PR admin on 14 January 2026 at 05:19

    The new Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo cinema hybrid instant camera, which was announced in Japan last week, is not available for purchase in the US at B&H Photo: Additional information: Fujifilm announces a new Instax Mini Evo cinema camera that also shoots video in Japan Main features: Gen Dial™ […]

  • What else is new?
    by PR admin on 14 January 2026 at 05:01

    Here is what else is new: What to expect from Nikon in 2026 How to change the Nikon Z9 battery in space 7Artisans is teasing a new lens for Leica M-mount *UPDATED* The new Leica Noctilux M 35mm f/1.2 lens is rumored to be announced on January 29th GR World app v1.2.0 released with support for The […]

  • Now available for purchase: the world’s first Sirui Astra 50mm/75mm/100mm 1.33X full-frame autofocus anamorphic cine lenses (E/Z/L)
    by PR admin on 13 January 2026 at 23:56

    After a successful Kickstarter campaign, the world’s first Sirui Astra 50mm/75mm/100mm 1.33X full-frame autofocus anamorphic cine lenses (E/Z/L) are now available for purchase US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Sirui store Additional details on the new lenses can be found here and on the official Sirui […]

  • Updated list of latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses
    by PR admin on 13 January 2026 at 21:38

    Here is an updated list of the latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses: Viltrox 55mm f/1.8 EVO (E/Z) Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 EVO (E/Z) Viltrox AF 50mm f/1.4 Pro lens for Nikon Z-mount Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 for L-mount Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 for L-mount Viltrox 50mm f/1.2 LAB Viltrox 85mm f/1.2 LAB […]

  • Thypoch announced a new Ksana 21mm f/3.5 ASPH lens
    by PR admin on 13 January 2026 at 17:09

    Thypoch announced a new Ksana 21mm f/3.5 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount: Pre-orders: B&H Photo | Thypoch store (use coupon code THYPOCH for 5% off when purchasing from this link) Additional informtion: New Thypoch Ksana 21mm f/3.5 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount announced Via LeicaRumors The post […]

  • Additional information on the upcoming SG-Image AF 35mm f/2.2 pancake lens (E/Z/L)
    by PR admin on 13 January 2026 at 03:59

    Here is some additional information on the previously reported SG-Image AF 35mm f/2.2 pancake lens for E/Z/L mount (SG-Image lenses are sold on Amazon, eBay, and AliExpress): Focal length: 35mm Maximum aperture: f/2.2 Autofocus: Yes Metal square lens hood included Foor E/Z/L mount The Sony E […]

  • Additional information on the two new/upcoming Brightin Star lenses
    by PR admin on 12 January 2026 at 20:07

    Brightin Star is already teasing one of its two new/upcoming lenses: Here are the details on the two new lenses by Brightin Star:   Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 full-frame manual focus lens For Z/E/RF/L mount Expected mid-January 7-group, 10-element optical design with 2 high-refractive index […]

  • The Viltrox Nexus PL to E Pro cinema AI adapter with full AF capabilities is coming to Kickstarter on January 15th
    by PR admin on 12 January 2026 at 01:21

    The previously reported Viltrox Nexus PL to E Pro cinema AI adapter with full AF capabilities is coming to Kickstarter on January 15th. Last year Viltrox was teasing a new adapter with AI autofocus support called Nexus Focus: “Where AI autofocus meets the art of cinema“. The new adapter will […]

  • And the worst camera of 2025 is… (hint: it’s a Fuji)
    by PR admin on 11 January 2026 at 18:16

    Here is the list of all cameras released in 2025 that are participating in the worst camera of the year poll (see previous losers): Canon C50 Canon EOS R50 V Canon R6 Mark III Canon PowerShot V1 Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A Fujifilm GFX100RF Fujifilm X-E5 Fujifilm X-T30 III Fujifilm X half […]

  • Fujifilm X Half white edition camera launched overseas
    by PR admin on 10 January 2026 at 23:27

    A new Fujifilm X Half white edition camera was launched overseas: Here are the Fujifilm X Half camera basic specifications: 1-inch 3:4 vertical CMOS sensor 17.74 million effective pixels Equivalent 32mm F2.8 lens Weighs only 240g 2-in-1 creative collage photos & videos Film camera mode for the […]