Photo Rumors

DxO released new lens modules for the Sony A7 V camera and the latest lenses from Sigma, Viltrox, and Samyang

By PR admin | Published: February 20, 2026

This month, DxO Labs released new DxO camera and lens modules for the Sony A7 V camera and the latest lenses from Sigma, Viltrox, and Samyang.

You can get 10% off DxO products with code RUMORS.

Here is the full list of new profiles:

Cameras:

Sony A7 V

Lenses:

The new DxO Modules can be found in the following DxO software:

Additional information:

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Coming soon: new 7Artisans AF 135mm f/1.8 lens (E/Z/L)

By PR admin | Published: February 20, 2026

For the 2026 CP+ show in Japan, 7Artisans will soon announce a new AF 135mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z, Sony E, and Leica L mount:

Posted in 7Artisans| Tagged 2026 CP+ show, 7Artisans 135mm f/1.8, CP+| 44 Comments

Deal of the day: get a free Panasonic Lumix S 85mm or 50mm f/1.8 lens with the purchase of a Panasonic Lumix S5IIX/S5II/S9 camera

By PR admin | Published: February 19, 2026

You can now get a free Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 or 50mm f/1.8 lens with the purchase of a Panasonic Lumix S5IIX/S5II/S9 camera:

Red anodized aluminum body caps for L-mount cameras

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New Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 DI III VXD lens announced (Z/E)

By PR admin | Published: February 18, 2026

The previously reported Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 DI III VXD lens for Nikon Z and Sony E-mount cameras is now officially announced, along with a new Tamron Link accessory for wireless lens control.

Pre-orders:
- US: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo
- UK: WEX Photo
- DE: Foto Erhardt
- CA: Camera Canada
Additional information
Product page
Press release (+specifications, MTF charts, & lens design diagram)
Tamron Link accessory and Lens Utility Mobile app – see this post for additional information:
Related video:

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WANDRD released new PRVKE camera backpacks

By PR admin | Published: February 18, 2026

WANDRD launched two brand-new camera backpacks: PRVKE Zip and PRVKE Pocket. Both models are available in 21L & 31L and are available in Black & Wasatch Green:

US: B&H Photo
Worldwide: WANDRD store

Here are the details:

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New Mandler online store: you can now buy the Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for Leica M-mount

By PR admin | Published: February 18, 2026

Mandler opened their online store, where you can now buy the Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for Leica M-mount (previously reported here):

Mandler 35mm f/2 “7 elements” (aluminum)
Mandler 35mm f/2 “7 elements” (chrome-plated brass)

They also sell accessories for the new lens:

The Mandler 35mm f/2 lens for Leica M-mount is a replica and a complete reproduction of the optical formula of the original Leica Summicron 35mm f/2 seven-element lens. The name “Mandler” is a tribute to Walter Mandler, who designed many legendary Leica lenses.

Mandler is expected to launch another new lens in July. In the future, they are planning to release 3-4 new lenses per year.

Additional information can be found here:

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