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Additional information on the new Canon concept camera

Here is some additional information on the new Canon concept camera displayed at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan- I seriously doubt this concept will ever see the light of day, it’s just a marketing move to show relevancy (Canon likes to do this at trade shows):

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Complete list of all Schneider Kreuznach x LK Samyang lenses

Here is a complete list of all current and upcoming Schneider Kreuznach x LK Samyang lenses (in the US, Samyang lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon):

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The upcoming Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 and 55mm f/1.8 EVO lenses will have an APO design (E/Z/L)

The upcoming Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 EVO and Viltrox 55mm f/1.8 EVO full-frame lenses will both be APO designs.  An apochromatic lens (APO) has better correction of chromatic and spherical aberration than the much more common achromat lenses. The lenses will have a 58mm filter thread, close-focusing distances of 0.34m and 0.43m, respectively, and will be […]

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Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG | Art lens development announcement (L/E)

Another rumored lens got officially announced today for the 2026 CP+ show: the Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG | Art lens for Sony E and Leica L mounts (previously reported here). This is just a development announcement – the lens will be officially released in September: “The Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG | Art is a large-aperture medium-telephoto […]

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Canon showcased a new retro concept camera at the 2026 CP+ show

Canon showcased a new retro concept camera at the 2026 CP+ show – it features a retro optical viewfinder and a shutter button on the right side of the camera. The current demo model has a 6MP sensor (not the final version). Two different variations were on display: Additional pictures:

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The new 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 FE lens is now available for purchase

7Artisans officially released the previously reported 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 FE lens. Pre-orders are now open at: 7Artisans store Amazon B&H Photo Previous coverage of the lens can be found here. Additional information:

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Brightin Star announced two new lenses: APO 35mm f/1.7 ASPH (M) & 50mm f/2 TRI-SIGHT (E/Z/RF/L)

Brightin Star announced the development of two new lenses at the 2026 PC+ show: Brightin Star APO M 35mm f/1.7 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount Brightin Star 50mm f/2 TRI-SIGHT lens for E/Z/RF/L Brightin Star lenses are sold at B&H Photo, Amazon, Ali Express, and the official online store, which also offers international shipping. Additional […]

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For the 2026 CP+ show, Panasonic announced only a new mic

For the 2026 CP+ show, Panasonic announced only a new digital shotgun microphone DMW-DMS1: Pre-order Press release Related videos:

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Two new lenses from 7Artisans: AF 135mm f/1.8 and AF 40mm f/2.5

Tomorrow at the 2026 CP+ show, 7Artisans will release the previously reported AF 135mm f/1.8 lens (E/Z/L). 7Artisans will also officially release their 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 lens – the lens is alreadylisted on Amazon. Here are some sample photos taken with the 135mm lens:

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Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 STM ASPH ED IF APO full-frame lens for E/Z/L mount

Viltrox will soon release a new AF 35mm f/1.8 STM ASPH ED IF APO full-frame lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, and Leica L mount.

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