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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: January 19, 2026

Here is what else is new:

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Brightin Star lenses now available at B&H Photo

By PR admin | Published: January 18, 2026

Brightin Star lenses are now available for sale at B&H Photo. Until now, Brightin Star lenses were available only at Amazon, Ali Express, and the official online store. Some of the latest Brightin Star releases are:

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No evidence that a new Fujifilm X-Pro4 camera is coming soon

By PR admin | Published: January 18, 2026

Some random websites are reporting that a new Fujifilm X-Pro4 camera is coming soon. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 camera has been discontinued for a while without any replacement in sight: The Fujifilm X-Pro3 camera is discontinued Fujifilm X-Pro3 camera is being discontinued Digging deeper with AI, the Fujifilm X-Pro4 camera rumors appear to be just clickbait:

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The Viltrox Nexus PL to E Pro cinema AI adapter with full AF capabilities is now available on Kickstarter

By PR admin | Published: January 17, 2026

The previously reported Viltrox Nexus F1 Pro cinema with AI-assisted phase-detection autofocus adapter (PL to E) with full AF capabilities and photo/video EXIF support is now available on Kickstarter and already rasised $42k. Additional informtion:

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Cosina to display new lens prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan

By PR admin | Published: January 16, 2026

Cosina will display new lens prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan:

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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: January 16, 2026

Here is what else is new:

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Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 lens for Z/E/RF/L officially announced

By PR admin | Published: January 15, 2026

The previously reported Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 lens for Z/E/RF/L mount is now officially announced and available for order at Amazon, Ali Express, and Brightin Star website with an introductory price discount: Introductory price: $269.99 (valid January 16 – January 26) Regular price: $299.99 7-group, 10-element optical design with 2 high-refractive index elements Signature […]

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New Voigtlander Portrait Heliar 75mm f/1.8 lens with bokeh control ring for Nikon Z and Canon RF mount announced

By PR admin | Published: January 15, 2026

Cosina announced a new Voigtlander Portrait Heliar 75mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z and Canon RF mount (the lens already exists for Sony E-mount): Bokeh control ring (Spherical Aberration Control Ring) Communication with the camera body via electronic contacts All-metal lens 6 Optical Elements in 3 Groups 9-blade iris diaphragm Pre-orders will open soon at: B&H | Erhardt | WEX. […]

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First leaked picture of the upcoming Viltrox lens for L-mount

By PR admin | Published: January 15, 2026

This is the first leaked picture of the upcoming Viltrox lens for L-mount: The first two Viltrox lenses for L-mount are rumored to be: Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 for L-mount Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 for L-mount Viltrox joined the L-Mount Alliance in September, 2025:

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Poll: would you buy the new Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera for $2,200?

By PR admin | Published: January 15, 2026

Would you buy the new Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera for $2,200 (B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt)? Vote in the poll below: Please enable JavaScript to view the poll powered by Disqus. Update: I made a typo – “Now” should be “Not”. Additional coverage of the Ricoh GR IV Monochrome camera can be found here:

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