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Yet another Chinese company with a copy of the Leica Noctilux lens: Lee Works Noctlux M 50mm f/1.1

The new Lee Works Noctlux M 50mm f/1.1 lens for M-mount is yet another copy of the Leica Noctilux lens by a new Chinese lens manufacturer (they do not even have a website or social media accounts yet). I think we have already seen a dozen versions of this exact design by several different brands, […]

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This Leningrad space camera FAS-1 from the 1960s is coming up for action

This Leningrad space camera FAS-1 from the 1960s is coming up for sale at the upcoming Wetzlar Camera Auction. This is the extremely rare second model of the specially modified Leningrad camera for use in space missions with the 100mm f/2 lens, in a matching wooden carrying case:

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New Hollyland VenusLiv V2 all-in-one live-streaming camera announced

Hollyland announced a new VenusLiv V2 all-in-one live-streaming camera. The camera has the same form factor and most of its predecessor’s features. One of the main updates is the 4K capture and numerous built-in apps to make streaming easier:

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What else is new?

Pentax 17 film camera pros and cons New: Fotodiox DLX metal grip for Nikon Zf cameras (with a wooden accent and battery access) Artralab Nocturne 50mm f/1.2 lens for Leica M-mount now available Leica New York Standard by Mark Kronquist Canon EOS R5 Mark II Doesn’t Work With Third Party Batteries Yet Sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 Art […]

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Fujifilm announced new Instax Mini Link 3 and Instax Mini EVO Limited Edition cameras

New announcements from Fujifilm: Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 3 Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Limited Edition (available in Dark Silver & Titanium Gold) Features of the Instax Mini Evo Special Edition:

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ON1 NoNoise AI 2024.5 launched (AI noise reduction)

ON1 released NoNoise AI 2024.5 (AI noise reduction). The new version of ON1 NoNoise AI features the new 2024 high-detail models, an upgraded Quick Mask AI tool for faster noise reduction adjustments, and optimized performance for smoother editing. ON1 also added support for the latest cameras and lens profiles, including Panasonic LUMIX G100D, Fujifilm X-T50, […]

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Now available for pre-order at a discounted price: ArtraLab Nonikkor-Nocty 50mm f/1.2 lens (Z/E/X)

The previously reported ArtraLab Nonikkor-Nocty 50mm f/1.2  lens for  Nikon Z, Sony E, and Fuji X mount is now available for pre-order at a discounted early bird price of $380 (the price will later go to $398). During the intro period, the lens will also come with two free filters (magnetic MCUV and white mist). The official announcement will be on August […]

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New: Ulanzi one-click opening tripod TT38 “VlogPod”

Ulanzi released a new one-click opening tripod model TT38. Orders are now open at: Amazon Ulanzi (use code TP38 to get a $5 discount on the $49.95 early bird price) Additional informiton:

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