Is this the new Mitakon Speedmaster 85mm f/1.2 full frame lens?

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Update: the lens is now officially announced.

I received those pictures of a new Speedmaster 85mm f/1.2 full frame lens that could be what the Mitakon teaser on Facebook was about. Here are few additional details:

  • Manual focus lens
  • 9 elements in 6 groups, 2 ED elements
  • Minimum focusing distance: 1m
  • 11 blades aperture
  • Available in Canon, Nikon and Sony mounts (Pentax version may be released later)
  • Sample images:

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First Fuji Fujinon XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR lens review published online

Fuji XF 16mm f:1.4 R WR lens

The first Fuji Fujinon XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR lens review got published online prematurely by fujilove.com and later removed but thanks to Google, you can read the cashed version here. The official announcement is tomorrow.

Update: here is another review of the upcoming Fuji lens.

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What’s new at the 2015 NAB show?

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→ Blackmagic announced three new cameras with different mounts: URSA, URSA Mini ($2,995 - $5,495) and a new Micro cinema camera ($995-$1,295).

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Panasonic announced new wearable POV action cam HX-A1 ($199.99).

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→New HDC-4300 camcorder from Sony.

Livestream Studio HD550
Livestream Studio HD550 is a new compact all-in-one live production switcher.

→ Manfrotto Digital Director for iPad Air announced ($499.99).

→ New action cameras from Garmin: VIRB X ($299.99) and VIRB XE ($399.99).

→ RED announced a new 8K full frame WEAPON camera.

→ Panasonic announced the AG-DVX200 4K MFT and DVX200 camcorders.

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Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG HSM lens (Canon mount) tested at DxOMark

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DxOMark tested the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG HSM lens for Canon mount ($849). Here is their conclusion:

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New Mitakon lens teaser

Mitakon lens teaser
ZY Optics has a teaser on Facebook for a new Mitakon lens. Here are the clues:

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Sony Cybershot WX500 and HX90V compacts announced

At the 2015 NAB show Sony announced two new compact Cybershot cameras:

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Compact hi-zoom Sony HX90V camera with built-in retractable EVF

  • Premium 30x ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* optical zoom lens with 60x “Clear Image” digital zoom capability
  • Built-in pop-up OLED Tru-Finder EVF w/ high contrast and vivid colors
  • 18.2 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ X processor ensure the finest capture details for still images and Full HD videos in all lighting conditions
  • Optical SteadyShot with 5-axis image stabilization minimizes effects of camera shake
  • 921k dot, 3.0 type LCD screen that tilts a full 180 degrees
  • Full HD movie shooting capabilities including high-speed XAVC S format at 50 mbps
  • Built-in ‘pop up’ flash for low-light shooting support
  • Compatible with Wi-Fi / NFC for seamless wireless transfer of content and with select Sony PlayMemories™ Camera apps
  • Available in June for about $430 (pre-order link)

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Ultra-compact Sony WX500 camera with 30x optical zoom

  • Premium 30x ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* optical zoom lens with 60x “Clear Image” digital zoom capability
  • 18.2 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ X processor ensure the finest capture details for still images and Full HD videos in all lighting conditions
  • Optical SteadyShot with 5-axis image stabilization minimizes effects of camera shake
  • 921k dot, 3.0 type LCD screen that tilts a full 180 degrees
  • Full HD movie shooting capabilities including high-speed XAVC S format at 50 mbps
  • Built-in ‘pop up’ flash for low-light shooting support
  • Compatible with Wi-Fi / NFC for seamless wireless transfer of content and with select Sony PlayMemories™ Camera apps
  • Available in June for about $330 (pre-order link)
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Fuji XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR lens to be announced this week

Fuji XF 16mm f:1.4 R WR lens
The Fuji XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR lens was already listed on the latest roadmap and was on displayed at the CP+ show. The official announcement will be in the next few days. Here are the rumored details:

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Deal of the day: up to 69% off Lexar Professional 1000x 64GB and 128GB memory cards

Lexar Professional 1000x 64GB and 128GB memory cards
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Today only on Amazon Gold Box deal of the day:

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