ZY Optics (Zhongyi) will release new 30mm f/2.4 and 45mm f/1.4 lenses at the Beijing P&E Imaging Show (May 15-18, 2026). Here are the details on the 30mm f/2.4 medium format lens (Zhongyi lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon):
- Format & Compatibility: Designed for 44×33mm (4433) medium format sensors; native mount support for Fujifilm GFX series (e.g., GFX50S) and Pentax 645 (including 645Z); also compatible with older digital backs (Mamiya, Leaf, Phase One CCD models with similar sensor size).
- Focal Length & Aperture: 30mm wide-angle (provides a perspective wider than ~80° on 4433 format); bright maximum aperture of f/2.4.
- Aperture Range: f/2.4, f/2.8, f/4, f/5.6, f/8, f/11, f/16, f/22.
- Optical Design & Performance: Modern optics delivering high sharpness and resolution; rendering style combines contemporary clarity with the atmospheric “vintage” character of older lenses.
- Build Quality: Full-metal construction with a substantial, premium feel and notable weight when handheld.
- Series Context: Latest addition to ZHONGYI’s PITTURA series, following the 65mm F1.4 and 80mm F1.6.
- Price & Availability: Regular price 3580 RMB; introductory/pre-order price 3380 RMB
