Monthly Archives: November 2021

New Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8S DF DSM full-frame lens for Sony E-mount

Yongnuo announced a new YN 50mm f/1.8S DF DSM full-frame lens for Sony E-mount (they already have an APS-C version of that lens). The new lens comes with a USB-C connector for firmware updates. The retail price is expected to be around $300. For US pricing and availability check Adorama, B&H, and Amazon. Additional information:

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Olympus is considering selling their Scientific Solutions business

Form Nikkei’s article “Olympus considers selling its original science business”: “Olympus announced on the 5th that it will consider selling its scientific business such as microscopes and industrial measuring instruments. Although it is a founding business, it concentrates management resources on its main medical equipment such as endoscopes and treatment equipment. In January, it sold […]

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New Panasonic Lumix teasers in China for November 9th

Panasonic China posted two new Lumix teasers for a November 9th event. One possibility is the announcement of the Panasonic LUMIX S 35mm f/1.8 lens for L-mount:

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Viltrox announced their first full-frame autofocus mirrorless lens for Canon RF-mount: Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 STM

Viltrox announced their first full-frame autofocus mirrorless lens for Canon RF-mount: Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 STM. Additional information is available here. Pre-orders are already open at: Amazon US | Amazon UK | Amazon DE | Amazon CA Pergear (international shipping) Viltrox online store (international shipping) Rollei is now the official Viltrox lens distributor in Germany […]

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Sony is teasing a new CineAlta cinema camera

Sony is teasing a new CineAlta cinema camera:

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Sigma is rumored to start making mirrorless lenses for Canon EOS R and Nikon Z cameras

Sigma is rumored to start producing mirrorless lenses for Canon EOS R cameras (RF mount) in 2022. Sigma is also expected to start making mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount: Sigma’s CEO confirms the possibility of making mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount Sigma rumored to start making mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount in 2021  

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Announced: DJI Mavic 3 drone

DJI officially announced the previously rumored Mavic 3 drone: Pre-orders: Adorama | B&H | DJI | Additional information is available here and here Related videos:

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New Leica Q2 and Leica Q2 Monochrom “Reporter” cameras with Kevlar finish announced

The previously rumored Leica Q2 “Reporter” and Leica Q2 Monochrom “Reporter” cameras with a Kevlar finish are now officially announced – see the details over at LeicaRumors:

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More DJI Mavic 3 drone leaks

A major website published prematurely their DJI Mavic 3 drone article. The post is now removed but I was able to get some of the pictures and the US pricing: Mavic 3 Standard: $2,199 DJI Mavic 3 Fly More Combo: $2,999 DJI Mavic 3 Cine Premium Combo: $4,999 The official announcement should be coming soon […]

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Announced: new Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II lens for Sony E-Mount

The third and last lens from the recent teaser is the Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II lens for Sony E-Mount that was officially announced today (the previous version is now on sale): Pre-orders should be open soon at Adorama and B&H Photo Press release Product listing Additional information:

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