Community developers are using AI to create custom firmware for OM System, Rioch, and Nikon cameras

Community developers are using AI to create custom firmware for OM System, Ricoh, and Nikon cameras

The golden age of MFT modding: community developers are unlocking custom firmware for OM System, Olympus, and Panasonic Micro Four Thirds cameras

GRKit offers film looks and XPan for Ricoh GR cameras, no firmware flashing required


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Leica M12 camera rumors


Here are the latest Leica M12 camera rumors:

  • The Leica M12 will use the same 60MP sensor and processor/engine as the M11, not the Chinese-made Gpixel sensor reported earlier
  • Better dynamic range and different color rendering (M9 CCD sensor simulation?)
  • No IBIS
  • New settings menu
  • No base plate
  • The camera is reportedly already in production
  • The official announcement is rumored for early 2027 (maybe even in December?)
  • The Leica M12 will have a larger rear screen
  • The buttons will be on the right side instead of the left, similar to the Leica SL3-P and Leica Q3 – the layout may look like this:

The latest Leica news can be found here:

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Just announced: new Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm f/1.2 Aspherical full-frame lens (Z/E)


Cosina announced a new Voigtländer NOKTON 35mm f/1.2 Aspherical full-frame lens for Nikon Z and Sony E-mount cameras:

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Early Black Friday photography deals and promo codes


Here are the first Early Black Friday photography deals and promo codes:


→ Early holiday deals at B&H Photo.


→ 2026 Topaz Labs Black Friday offers:

  • Up to 67% off bundles (Studio Collection, AI Creator Bundle, Filmmaker Pro Bundle)
  • $200 off the Studio Collection for the first year, unlocking every Topaz app in one subscription (for new subscribers).
  • Current single-app subscribers can unlock all apps for $99/yr.
  • AI Creator Bundle: 67% off (for new subscribers).
  • Filmmaker Pro Bundle: $300 off (for new subscribers).
  • New subscribers get 15% off all single, non-Pro apps for their first year.


→ DxO 15% off code: RUMORS (for new customers only).


→ Aftershoot early Black Friday sale.


→ Luminar Black Friday sale.


→ Adobe Black Friday.


→ You can find the 2026 Black Friday deals from Thypoch on this dedicated page (some of the Thypoch deals are also available at B&H Photo).


→ Viltrox Black Friday preview.


→ SmallRig early Black Friday offers.


→ WANDRD Black Friday: 20% off + free gift when you spend $200 or more.


→ Owlkrown discounts come only once a year for Black Friday. The new 2026 15% off coupon code is MEMBERSONLY15 and can be used on everything they make (grips, plates, eyecups, straps, kits, etc with no minimum). Use this link to make a purchase.


→ Matt Granger Black Friday Sale.


→ Sigma lens savings.


→ Think Tank Photo offer:


→ 3 Legged Thing coupon codes for 25% off any L-brackets that are not already discounted:

  • United Kingdom: 3LTNR25UK
  • USA: 3LTNR25US
  • EU member countries: 3LTNR25EU
  • Everywhere else: 3LTNR25ROW


→ The EZCast CamCast wireless HDMI video transmitter that sends a camera’s live picture to phones and tablets and turns them into camera monitors is now $136 (20% off) with code CAMCAST20 (until November 30).


Here is an updated list of photo gear promo codes (most of the coupon codes require the purchase to be made from the provided links; some codes could be disabled for Black Friday):

Lenses

Software

Accessories

Camera bags

Other

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Vistilen AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro EFR full-frame lens for Canon RF mount announced and available for order

The previously reported Vistilen AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro EFR full-frame autofocus lens for Canon RF mount is now officially announced and available to order at the official online store (Vistilen lenses are also sold on AliExpress).

The latest lens releases from Vistilen can be found here.

Additional information on the new lens:

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New camera bags from Think Tank Photo


Think Tank Photo released  two new camera bags (also available at B&H Photo):


Current Think Tank Photo offers:

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Leica announced M-A and M11-P Hammertone Special Edition cameras


The previously reported Leica M-A and M11-P Hammertone Special Edition cameras are now officially announced:

Pre-orders: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Calumet.

Leica M11-P Hammertone key features:

  • Distinctive gray hammertone finish on solid brass top and bottom plates
  • Newly rounded, classically styled top and bottom plate edges
  • Silver-chrome front screw and traditional cross-knurled controls
  • Black vulcanite-style leatherette covering with white engravings
  • 60.3 MP full-frame BSI CMOS sensor
  • Triple Resolution Technology with 60, 36 and 18 MP capture modes
  • Maestro III image processor
  • 256 GB internal memory and SD card slot
  • Leica Content Credentials technology
  • Sapphire glass touchscreen with anti-reflective coating
  • Mechanical shutter up to 1/4000 second and electronic shutter up to 1/16000 second
  • Matching hammertone BP-SCL7 battery included
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB-C connectivity

Additional information:

Leica M-A and M11-P Hammertone Special Edition cameras officially announced

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Updated list of upcoming DJI and Insta360 products


Here is an updated list of upcoming DJI and Insta360 products:

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Now available for sale: ZY Optics (Zhongyi) Mitakon Speedmaster 45mm f/1.4 medium format lens for Fujifilm GFX & Hasselblad XCD mount


The previously reported ZY Optics (Zhongyi) Mitakon Speedmaster 45mm f/1.4 medium format lens for Fujifilm GFX and Hasselblad XCD mount is now available for purchase on AliExpress. Two different listings are available: one for $622.99 and one for $685.99.


Zhongyi lenses are also sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.

Additional information about the lens can be found here and here (check also the official website for updates):

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Exclusive 3 Legged Thing L-brackets coupon codes



Here are some coupon codes from 3 Legged Thing for 25% off any L-brackets that are not already discounted:

  • United Kingdom: 3LTNR25UK
  • USA: 3LTNR25US
  • EU member countries: 3LTNR25EU
  • Everywhere else: 3LTNR25ROW

This offer applies to all current 3 Legged Thing L-brackets:


Some 3 Legged Thing tripods are currently on sale at B&H Photo.

For cameras that don’t have a dedicated L-bracket, there are the Universal models:


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