The new 2026 ON1 Effects is now officially released and available as a standalone application or as a plugin for Lightroom Classic and Photoshop. Version 2026 introduces new 1-click subject and background masks, layer-based masking, improved mask quality, and four new creative filters, all designed to give you speed without sacrificing control. Additional information:
BCN Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, announced the winners in the camera category for 2026. BCN collects POS sales data from most retail stores in Japan (January to December, 2025). Here is the latest ranking:
Brightin Star lenses are now available for sale at B&H Photo. Until now, Brightin Star lenses were available only at Amazon, Ali Express, and the official online store. Some of the latest Brightin Star releases are:
Some random websites are reporting that a new Fujifilm X-Pro4 camera is coming soon. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 camera has been discontinued for a while without any replacement in sight: The Fujifilm X-Pro3 camera is discontinued Fujifilm X-Pro3 camera is being discontinued Digging deeper with AI, the Fujifilm X-Pro4 camera rumors appear to be just clickbait:
The previously reported Viltrox Nexus F1 Pro cinema with AI-assisted phase-detection autofocus adapter (PL to E) with full AF capabilities and photo/video EXIF support is now available on Kickstarter and already rasised $42k. Additional informtion:
Cosina will display new lens prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan:
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: $299.99 7-group, 10-element optical design with 2 high-refractive index elements Signature […]
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 Groups 9-blade iris diaphragm Pre-orders will open soon at: B&H | Erhardt | WEX. […]
