The “I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras raised over $800k on Kickstarter

By PR admin | Published: April 26, 2026



The “I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras raised over $830k on Kickstarter by 1,391 backers with 18 more days to go. Additional information on this project can be found here and here:

“I’m back” is back with a new “I’m Back Roll” APS-C digital back sensor for film cameras

The “I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras has a special solution for Leica M film cameras

Other photography-related projects currently available on Kickstarter:

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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: April 26, 2026


Here is what else is new:

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Top 10 most viewed PhotoRumors posts for March 2026

By PR admin | Published: April 26, 2026


Here are the top 10 most viewed PhotoRumors posts for March 2026 (sorry for the delayed post – I was traveling earlier this month):

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The latest Insta360 Luna camera rumors

By PR admin | Published: April 25, 2026



Insta360 is partnering with Leica on the development of the upcoming Luna gimbal cameras (previously reported here). Here is a recap of rumored/leaked Insta360 Luna camera specifications:

  • Leica co-engineering: Optics, color science, and full-chain calibration tuned by Leica for premium image quality and “Leica look.”
  • Sensor and lens (main/wide on both models): 1-inch CMOS sensor, f/1.8 aperture (some hands-on reports specify ~18–20mm equivalent focal length), 14 stops of dynamic range.
  • Luna Ultra only: Dual-lens design with a secondary telephoto lens (1/1.3-inch sensor, ~70mm equivalent, f/2.8 aperture) for enhanced zoom performance.
  • Zoom: Variable focal length with 1–6× lossless zoom (optical component reportedly up to ~3.9×); early leaked footage shows a 12× zoom toggle in use.
  • Video capabilities: 10-bit color (hands-on mentions 10-bit iLog), smoother transitions in highlights/shadows; rumored 4K up to 240 fps slow-motion and Dolby Vision HDR support.
  • Design and features: Pocket gimbal form factor (Osmo Pocket-style); possible modular/detachable gimbal head; Insta360’s AI stabilization and Deep Track 3.0 subject tracking; physical controls, flip-out/rotating touchscreen.
  • Colors and variants: Two distinct color options per model
  • Battery: reportedly around 1,550 mAh
  • Other: Pairs seamlessly with the new Insta360 Mic Pro

 
Here is the official statement from Insta 360 on the new Luna camera from the 2026 NAB show:

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Sony now has three registered but not yet released camera models

By PR admin | Published: April 25, 2026


Sony has registered a new Sony WW721795 camera overseas without Wi-Fi 6, which will most likely be a new ZV model or an entry-level mirrorless camera. Sony has also registered a new Wi-Fi 6 camcorder under the code name WW679476. In total, Sony now has at least three upcoming products: a high-end flagship, a video camera, and an entry-level model. Mapping this to some of the existing rumors – this is what to expect:

Here are the latest Sony registrations at the Indonesian certification authority:

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Additional pictures of the upcoming Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8, 75mm f/1.8, and 90mm f/2.2 EVO lenses

By PR admin | Published: April 24, 2026

Here are some additional new pictures of some of the upcoming Viltrox AF EVO full-frame lenses (previously reported here, check the official website for updates) – the first set is from the Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 EVO APS-C lens that is already listed on Amazon:

The Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake full-frame lens is next:

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TTartisan announced two full-frame AF lenses from the new Neo series: 50mm f/1.8 & 85mm f/1.8 (E/Z/L)

By PR admin | Published: April 24, 2026


TTartisan announced in China two full-frame AF lenses from the new Neo series (previously reported here): AF 50mm f/1.8 and AF 85mm f/1.8 (E/Z/L). Check for pre-orders at B&H Photo and the official TTartisan store.


The Neo Series focuses on simplicity, with a clean and minimalistic design – no aperture ring or focus ring. The new TTartisan AF 50mm f/1.8 full-frame lens weighs only 157 grams and is available in Sony E and Nikon Z mounts (a L-mount version is coming later). The lens features an STM stepping motor, an 8-element, 12-group optical design, a 52mm filter thread, and a minimum focusing distance of 0.48 meters, and supports DIY custom armor. The price is around $90. The second TTartisan Neo lens (AF 85mm f/1.8) will be released later.

The new lenses with the third-party skins:


Here are the Tartisan Neo AF 50mm f/1.8 lens technical specifications:

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The 2026 NAB show is now over – here are some of the new products introduced at the show

By PR admin | Published: April 23, 2026

The 2026 NAB show is now over – here are some of the new products introduced at the show:

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Samyang is teasing a new ultra-wide zoom L-mount lens announcement for April 30th

By PR admin | Published: April 23, 2026


Samyang is teasing the announcement of a new ultra-wide zoom L-mount lens on April 30th (the company recently joined the L Mount Alliance):


Here is a complete list of all current and upcoming/prototype Schneider Kreuznach x LK Samyang lenses (in the US, Samyang lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon, some models are sold under the Rokinon brand, in Europe, you can buy Samyang lenses at Foto Erhardt and WEX Photo):

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New DJI Lito X1 & Lito 1 entry-level drones announced, but not in the US

By PR admin | Published: April 23, 2026


The previously rumored DJI Lito X1 & Lito 1 entry-level drones are now officially announced, but not in the US. In Europe, the new drones can be purchased at Foto Erhard and WEX Photo. Here are the details:

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