Luminar Neo Spring update available now with new AI-powered enhancements


A new Luminar Neo Spring update is now available with new AI-powered enhancements:

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Canon released their Q1/2025 financial report: price increase confirmed



Canon released their Q1/2025 financial report:

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What else is new?

The new Nikon Z5II camera is now shipping

The Nikon Z5II is now in stock

Nikon, rebates, and tariffs

Leica Camera celebrates 100 years of the Leica I camera with special events in New York City on Saturday, May 3

Another OM SYSTEM CP+ interview

Another Panasonic CP+ interview: “we will develop and evolve the latest technologies common to both systems (L-mount and MFT)”

The latest OM SYSTEM offers and deals (DE+UK+USA)

Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports for Sony E-mount Coming May 15th, 2025

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New: 7Artisans 35mm f/1.4 AF APS-C lens for Fujifilm X-mount


7Artisans officially released the 35mm f/1.4 AF APS-C lens for Fujifilm X-mount (previously reported here):

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The first Sony price increase is already here: the Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS lens is now $700 more expensive


The Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS lens is no longer available for order at B&H Photo and Adorama, and the Amazon listing is now $700 more expensive (from $2,898 to 3,599):


I did check, and the seller on Amazon (AVC Photo Store & Studio) is an authorized Sony dealer, not a third-party reseller known to inflate prices.

Leica, Fuji, and Blackmagic have already announced price increases, and Canon will follow soon:

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Viltrox Z1 retro camera flash officially announced


  
   
The previously reported Viltrox Z1 retro camera flash is now officially announced and available for pre-order at:

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Thypoch released new Simera 28mm & 35mm f/1.4 lenses for Leica M-mount with a new Focus Tab Type II Version




Thypoch released new Simera 28mm f/1.4 and Simera 35mm f/1.4 lenses for Leica M-mount featuring a new Focus Tab Type II Version. These versions have the same optical design as the infinity lock version. The only differences are the focusing mechanism and pricing.

The new lenses are now available for pre-order at B&H Photo.

Thypoch lenses are also sold at Foto Erhardt and WEX Photo.

International readers can purchase Thypoch lenses directly from the official website.

The key features of the new lenses can be found here (check the online store for all Thypoch lenses):

  • 14-blade diaphragm for creamy bokeh and stunning starbursts.
  • 0.4m / 0.45m minimum focus distance for.
  • Floating element design ensures same good definition from infinity to close focus distance.
  • 1950s-inspired red-dot depth-of-field scale for vintage charm and functionality.
  • “Sun” & “Moon” aperture markings for quick switching between click and declick modes, perfect for photo and video use.
  • Tactile 0.7m resistance point to aid rangefinder-to-EVF transitions.


Additional information:

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