Coming soon: Artra × Rolleiflex Camera Dual watch for photographers



Artra Designs (the company behind the Artra lenses that are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon) will soon release a new Artra × Rolleiflex Camera Dual watch for photographers.

Artra already had the Camera One photography-inspired watch that was recently upgraded with a new movement:

Too broke for the Leica watch? This stunning new Artra “Camera One” photography inspired watch is a fraction of the price (coupon code included)

The Artra Camera One photography-inspired watch got updated with a new movement

Use the coupon code LEICARUMORS to get a discount when you order from the official Artra Designs’ official website.

Here’s what we know so far for the upcoming Artra × Rolleiflex Camera Dual watch:

  • Name and Licensing: The watch is officially called the Artra CAMERA DUAL ROLLEIFLEX. Unlike Artra’s previous photography-inspired watch (the “Camera One”), this model is officially licensed from RCP Technik Verwaltungs-GmbH, the German company that holds the Rollei trademark.
  • Design and Features: The most striking feature is the dial, which mimics the TLR camera’s layout. It has two large dials stacked vertically, representing the camera’s taking and viewing lenses, with smaller subdials arranged around them. The watch case has fine vertical grooves, a design cue taken from the actual Rolleiflex camera body. It also features a ROLLEIFLEX nameplate on the case’s left corner and an engraving that reads “FRANKE & HEIDECKE GERMANY” (the original manufacturer) around the lower dial.
  • Movement and Specs: The watch uses a Miyota automatic movement with a custom module to drive the two-disc design. The case is stainless steel, and it comes with different leather straps.
  • Availability: The watch is a limited edition of only 100 pieces. The price and exact release date were slated for announcement at the end of October 2026.
  • Production will be limited to 100 pieces.
  • Additional pictures:

Additional information on the new Artra × Rolleiflex Camera Dual watch can be found at watchik.com:

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Thypoch Simera-C 100mm T1.9 lens for Sony E & Leica M mount announced




Thypoch announced a new Simera-C 100mm T1.9 full-frame cine prime lens for Sony E & Leica M mounts:

  • Pre-order: B&H Photo | Thypoch
  • Seventh and final Simera-C cine prime
  • Full-frame focal-length range from 16mm to 100mm
  • T1.9 maximum aperture
  • 16-blade iris
  • 0.85m minimum focusing distance
  • Sony E and Leica M mount versions
  • Additional information:

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The ZY Optics (Zhongyi) AF 35mm f/1.4 lens will be announced on October 25th


The previously reported ZY Optics (Zhongyi) AF 35mm f/1.4 lens will be announced on October 25th with a price tag of aprox. $450:


Check the official website for updates. Sample photos from the new lens can be found here:

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SG-image AF 35mm f/1.4 Legacy lens (X/E) now available for order


The SG-image AF 35mm f/1.4 Legacy APS-C lens (X/E) was already on display at various shows in China. The lens is now officially released and available for order (coming soon to Amazon). The key features are listed below:

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Announced: Sigma fp II camera, 50mm f/1.4 CL DG Contemporary lens and new accessories




The previously rumored Sigma fp II camera with new accessories and the 50mm f/1.4 CL DG Contemporary lens has now been officially announced:

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The Thypoch 24-50mm f/2.8 lens will be available also for E/X/Z/L/RF mounts


The Thypoch 24-50mm f/2.8, the first Chinese full-frame autofocus constant-aperture zoom lens, will soon be released also for E/X/Z/L/RF mounts (E-mount already exists) – the test page was already spotted online:



Additional information on the Thypoch 24-50mm f/2.8 lens can be found here – see also the details at B&H Photo and the official Thypoch website:

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Upcoming Fujifilm announcements: X-T6 camera and XF 50-140mm f/2.8 II lens


Here is a recap of what to expect from the rumored Fujifilm X-T6 camera:

  • AI autofocus overhaul
  • New X-Processor 6
  • New higher-capacity battery
  • Redesigned dials and controls
  • Faster connectivity (Wi-Fi 6)
  • Better video features
  • Potentially faster sensor readout
  • To be announced with a new XF 50-140mm f/2.8 II lens

Detailed rumored Fujifilm X-T6 camera specifications:

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The latest updates and offers from Topaz, DxO, Luminar, and Aftershoot


First, here are some photo editing software coupon codes:

Here are the latest updates and offers from Topaz, DxO, Luminar, and Aftershoot:


You can now get 50% off Topaz Studio & Topaz Photo (50% off the first three months of a monthly or annual plan, or 50% off an annual plan paid up front):

  • Month-to-month: Topaz Studio $69 $34.50/mo | Topaz Photo $39 $19.50/mo
  • Annual, billed monthly: Topaz Studio $45 $22.50/mo | Topaz Photo $25$12.50/mo
  • Annual, paid up front: Topaz Studio $399 $199 | Topaz Photo $199 $99

Topaz is now also available for iPhone & Android mobile phones.


DxO released ViewPoint 6 and PhotoLab 10.2. The new version of ViewPoint introduces AI to help correct perspectives in specific areas of an image – here are the main new features:

  • AI Masks in ReShape Fusion: Precisely reshape individual objects or people with AI-assisted selection and adaptive mesh controls, without affecting the entire image.
  • Perspective correction without cropping: Make localized geometric adjustments while preserving the original framing, without generating or inventing image content.
  • Native RAW editing: Open and edit RAW files directly in the standalone application, without pre-conversion.
  • New exposure and white balance controls: Adjust exposure (±4 EV) and white balance before applying geometric corrections.
  • Non-destructive workflow: Edits are saved in separate sidecar files, preserving the original images.

You can get a DxO discount with promo code RUMORS (new customers only).


Luminar Web launched on October 15, bringing powerful photo editing straight to your browser. Here’s what’s new:

  • The world’s first browser-based photo editor with Light Depth technology.
  • Sky Replacement, now available on the web for the first time.
  • The first online editor with Presets and LUTs together.
  • The first web editor with a broader toolkit for landscape, portrait, and everyday editing.
  • With the addition of Web, Luminar becomes the first and only photo editor offering a Lifetime license across desktop, mobile, and web.

The Luminar 10% off code RUMORS is still available.


Aftershoot announced new Galleries features:

  • Sales Automation: Run timely campaigns, automate follow-ups, add discounts, and track the orders generated through client galleries.
  • Gifting & Credits: Create flexible client credit for package benefits, reorders, or service recovery.
  • Multi-Brand Kit: Save reusable brand settings and apply the right branding to every gallery.
  • Collections & Portfolios: Organize related galleries under one shareable link.
  • More client and selling options: N-Photo fulfillment, six client-facing languages, and multi-currency Print Stores.
  • Additional improvements: New gallery covers, flexible watermarks, Screenshot Protection, and simpler plan upgrades.

Aftershoot now offers every paid gallery feature for FREE until October 31st (available to new and eligible existing free-plan users; includes 10GB of storage).

Via NikonRumors

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Leica announced a new Q3 43 Formula 1 Edition camera


Leica announced a new Q3 43 Formula 1 Edition camera, featuring carbon-fiber elements and specially developed accessories:

Pre-orders: B&H Photo | Foto Koch | Calumet

Additional information is available here:

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The next Insta360 Ace Pro 3 camera lands at the FCC

The new Insta360 Ace Pro 3 camera is being tested at the FCC

The upcoming/rumored Insta360 Ace Pro 3 camera is already registered for testing with the FCC:

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