Monthly Archives: January 2020

The new Viltrox mirrorless autofocus lenses will start shipping in March (Viltrox 23mm f/1.4, 33mm f/1.4 and 56mm f/1.4)

The new Viltrox mirrorless autofocus lenses (Viltrox 23mm f/1.4, 33mm f/1.4 and 56mm f/1.4) will start shipping in March according to a report from FujiAddict. Additional information on the new lenses (Viltrox lenses are sold at B&H and Amazon):

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Topaz Labs released a new version of DeNoise AI with Batch Processing

Topaz Labs released a new version of DeNoise AI with batch processing. This update will also include a new chroma noise reduction slider. The new version of DeNoise is on sale for $59.99 (regularly $79.99) from Friday, January 24 through Friday, February 7. You can get an additional 15% off with coupon code “BATCH15” (final […]

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Venus Optics announces the availability and pricing of Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Macro APO lens

     Venus Optics announced the availability and pricing of their new Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Macro APO lens: Price: $399 (pre-orders now open) All mounts start shipping immediately Available in Fujifilm X, Sony E, and Canon M mount (APS-C) Sample photos MTF charts, specifications press release:

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What else is new?

First HD PENTAX-D FA 70-210mm f/4 ED SDM WR lens field test Real-world shooting with the new Leica M10 Monochrom camera Leica APO-Summicron-SL 35mm f/2 ASPH lens review at DxOMark Nikon D6: 20MP, built-in GPS and no IBIS? New Free Firmware Update For FUJIFILM X-A7 Coming Late January 2020

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DJI Matrice 300 drone specifications leaked online

Some additional information on the DJI Matrice 300 – one of the three rumored DJI drones expected to be released in 2020:

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Reminder: Olympus M.Zuiko Pro lenses price increase coming on February 1st

Last year I reported that Olympus will increase the price of their M.Zuiko Pro lenses on February 1st. I am not sure which countries will be impacted, but you can see the current US prices at Adorama and B&H Photo. Here is the full price increase list for Japan:

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Next Fujifilm announcement: February 4th (X100V)

Fuji just introduced a new camera and two lenses and another announcement is expected in less than 2 weeks: the Fuji X100V will be announced during the Fujifilm X summit in London on February 4. Here is what to expect from the X100V: New lens New Hybrid Viewfinder New 2 way tilt screen The Fuji […]

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