Chinese brand will release the first full-frame autofocus constant-aperture zoom lens in 2026


Sources report that a Chinese brand will release the first full-frame autofocus constant-aperture zoom lens in 2026. Key information is as follows:

  • This brand has never released an autofocus lens before.
  • This full-frame zoom lens with autofocus is tentatively scheduled for release in the second quarter of 2026 (source).
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Canon compact camera rumors for 2026


Canon is ramping up its compact camera efforts amid rising demand, with shipments reaching about 2.4 million units in 2025. Vice President Tsuyoshi Tokura recently noted the appeal to younger users for a unique shooting experience and predicted a return to premium compacts selling well. To meet this, Canon plans a 50% increase in production in 2026, outsourcing components while handling assembly in-house.

Rumors point to new Canon compact cameras, such as a PowerShot G7 X Mark IV with an upgraded sensor, 4K/60p video, and stabilization. Other expected releases include PowerShot V3 for stills, SX80 HS superzoom, and V-Series expansions (for video). Canon has registered three new cameras that are expected to be released in the coming months. Here’s a quick rundown of the most talked-about upcoming compacts based on rumors:

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What else is new?


Here is what else is new:

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Coming soon: Insta360 Luna pocket handheld gimbal camera


During the company’s annual meeting in February 2026, Insta360 CEO Liu Jingkang officially unveiled the upcoming Insta360 Luna pocket handheld gimbal camera, confirming its release in the first half of 2026. This marks Insta360‘s entry into the handheld gimbal camera market, positioning it as a direct competitor to DJI’s Osmo Pocket series. Here are the rumored Insta360 Luna specifications:

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Kase Optics officially released the 150mm f/5.6 reflex autofocus lens


The previously reported Kase 150mm f/5.6 reflex autofocus lens (E/EF) is now officially released in China. The lens features a magnetic front ring for filters.

Kase Oprics products are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.

Additional information:

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Venus Optics Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D tilt-shift lens officially announced (E/Z/RF/L/GFX/XCD)


The previously reported Venus Optics Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D tilt-shift lens for E/Z/RF/L/GFX/XCD cameras is now officially announced.

Pre-orders: B&H PhotoLaowa online store (international shipping available).

Additional information, include techicanl specxifications, lens design diagram, and MTF chart can be found here:

Venus Optics announced a new Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D tilt-shift lens for Nikon Z-mount

The latest Venus Optics Laowa lens roadmap

Here are some of the new Laowa lenses Venus Optics will announce next year (2026)

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The TTArtisan Instax retro-styled folding instant camera is not canceled, already available for sale in China


The TTArtisan Instax retro-styled folding instant camera is not canceled or blocked by Fujifilm, as some websites suggested. The camera is already available for sale in China via an invitation-only release, and a small number of users can purchase it with an invitation code. The model has not been launched overseas yet. The price in China is 2,780 yuan or around $400 (check for US pricing here).  Check also the official website for updates.

TTartisan retro-styled folding instant camera revealed

Leaked: TTartisan’s “mysterious product” is a new retro-styled instant camera

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Anodized aluminum body+lens caps for Sony E, Leica L+M, and MFT mount cameras



Owlkrown announced a new Alpha weather-sealed body cap system for Sony Alpha cameras (body + lens caps).

B&H Photo is also selling red anodized aluminum body caps for L-mount cameras:

Red anodized aluminum body caps for L-mount cameras

B&H Photo sells locking MFT-mount body caps (red anodized aluminum):

Locking MFT-mount body caps in red anodized aluminum

 

Colored anodized aluminum body caps for M-mount cameras are available on eBay and Etsy:

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More mount caps are available from B&H Photo, Amazon, and eBay.

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TTartisan released a new 17mm f/4 tilt-shift lens (Z/E/L/RF/GFX)


TTartisan announced a new 17mm f/4 tilt-shift lens for Z/L/RF mount (the lens was previously released for Sony E and Fuji GFX cameras).

Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo, Amazon, and at the official TTartisan online store (TTartisan 5% off code: RUMORS).

Additional information:

Lens key features:

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The upcoming Viltrox Evo lenses surpass the performance of existing APO lenses, Viltrox calls them “Hyper APO”



The upcoming Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 EVO and 55mm f/1.8 EVO lenses surpass the performance of some existing APO lenses, acording ot a Viltrox engineer. This is why they call the new line of EVO lenses “Hyper APO”:

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