What to expect next from Nikon? (indeed slow year ahead + list of rumored lenses) Chinese source: another “mysterious model” coming from Nikon this year Nikon US rebates remain unchanged for June, none of the lenses that will get a price increase on June 23 are currently discounted Leica accessories from Akara Labs: 6-bit encoder, […]
Fujifilm moved production of 4 popular camera models from China to Japan in order to avoid Trump’s tariffs. Fujifilm X100VI Fujifilm X-T5 Fujifilm X-T50 Fujifilm X-M5 For other markets, the above models will still be made in China. Update: the new listings at B&H will be marked with JP in the SKU.
Another photo news from Russia: the previously reported Zenitar 50mm f/1 lens for Leica M-mount was officially announced at an event in Moscow. Several other lenses were also on display: Zenithar 2.8/16 Zenithar 1.2/50 Zenithar 1.4/75 Helios Edition Selena 1.9/58 Selena 2.2/85 Helios 40-2 1.5/85 Additional informtion on the new lens, including the full press […]
A few months ago, Shvabe announced the first Russian anamorphic cinema lenses. The Lytkarino Optical Glass Plant is developing cinema lenses with 40, 60, 80, and 100mm focal lengths. The lenses are equipped with PL-mount and a 2x compression ratio. The weight of the 100mm lens is 3 kg. Additional informtion:
ON1 software is 20 years old this year, and they are celebrating their anniversary with a big sale: Products up to 75% off: ON1 Photo RAW, Effects, NoNoise AI, and more (view all products) Plugins starting at just $19.99 Customer photo contest with gift card and merch prizes: Check their website for additional information. ON1 […]
Sigma announced the development of two new AF cine zoom lenses for L + E-mount: Sigma 28-45mm T2 FF / November 2025 Sigma 28-105mm T3 FF / Spring 2026 Sigma also released a new Aizu prime line of cine lenses. Check B&H Photo for pricing and availability. Additional information:
Sigma increased its prices in the US (previously reported here) as a result of the Trump tariffs. You can already see the new prices at B&H Photo. It seems that most/all items went up by around 10%. Here are a few examples: Lens Model Old Price New Price Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II Art […]
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