Meike AF 58mm f/1.2 APS-C lens now available for order (X/Z/E)


The previously reported Meike AF 58mm f/1.2 APS-C lens for X/Z/E mount is now available for purchase at the official online store (coming soon to B&H Photo).

Additional information:

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Panasonic’s latest videos provide hints about new/upcoming cameras and lenses


Panasonic’s latest videos provide hints about new cameras and lenses:

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The latest Pentax/Ricoh news

Here is the latest Pentax/Ricoh news and rumors:

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The latest Fujifilm news


Fujifilm registered a new FF260004 camera overseas. Potential candidates are: X-H3, X-T6, X-Pro4, or GFX180.

Here are some snapshots of the 2026 Fujikina event that I attended last week in NYC:

Here is the latest Fujifilm news:

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The latest Leica news


Here is the latest Leica news:

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The latest Nikon news


Here is the latest Nikon news:

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The latest Micro Four Thirds news


Here is the latest Micro Four Thirds news:

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Sirui Swift AF 20mm f/2.4 + 40mm f/2.2 full-frame lenses (E/X/L) now available for pre-order


 
The previously reported Sirui Swift 20mm f/2.4 and 40mm f/2.2 autofocus full-frame prime lenses for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Leica L mounts are now available for pre-order at Amazon and the official Sirui store for $149 (use code RUMORS for 5% off). Here are the technical details on the new lens:

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Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.4 Pro full-frame Z/E lens announced (coupon code included)


The previously reported Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.4 Pro full-frame lens for Nikon Z and Sony E-mount is now officially announced:

  • Pre-orders:B&H Photo | Amazon US | Amazon DE | Viltrox Store (use code NIKONRUMORS for 10% off)
  • Professional-grade optics with edge-to-edge sharpness even at F1.4
  • 16 elements in 11 groups include specialist UA, ED, HR glass
  • 11-blade aperture for smooth, rounded bokeh
  • HyperVCM focus system with accurate face/eye detection and tracking
  • 0.3m minimum focusing distance with minimal focus breathing
  • Weather-sealed body with water- and smudge-resistant front coating

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Nikon announced the Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens (price: $14k)


Nikon officially announced the Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens for $14k (see previous coverage). For pre-orders, check:

Additional information on the new lens is available here and here:

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