Five new Petzval lenses were on display at the 2025 CP+ show (not officially announced yet)

Clockwise from the bottom: 24mm f/2, 55mm f/1.7, 80.5mm f/1.9, 35mm f/2. In the center is the 135mm f/2.8.

Lomography displayed a new series of Petzval lenses at the 2025 CP+ show in Japan with easily adjustable "swirly bokeh" (the lenses are not yet officially announced):

  • Petzval 24mm f/2
  • Petzval 35mm f/2
  • Petzval 55mm f/1.7
  • Petzval 80.5mm f/1.9
  • Petzval 135mm f/2.8

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Interview with Tamron at the 2025 CP+ show: “We plan to launch up to 10 new lenses per year”



Phototrend published their interview with Tamron at the 2025 CP+ show - here is the recap:

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Additional information on the new Schneider Kreuznach x LK Samyang 14-24mm f/2.8 lens


Here is some additional information on the new Schneider Kreuznach x LK Samyang 14-24mm f/2.8 lens:

  • Versatile Super-Wide Zoom: 14mm to 24mm focal range
  • Technological Innovation: The world’s first 14-24mm (Sony E) compatible super-wide zoom lens allows front filters
  • Ultra-Close-Up Shooting: Minimum focusing distance of just 0.18m
  • Compact & Lightweight Design: Dimensions: 88.8 x 84.0mm | Weight: 445g
  • Jointly Developed with LK Samyang: A perfect blend of German optical expertise and advanced manufacturing technology

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Fujifilm X Summit Prague 2025 officially announced, front of the upcoming GFX 100RF medium format fixed lens camera revealed


Fujifilm officially announced the 2025 X Summit in Prague (March 20). They also displayed a teaser fron view of the upcoming/rumors Fujifilm GFX 100RF medium format fixed lens camera:


Here are the rumored Fujifilm GFX 100RF specifications from December last year:

  • Crop zoom lever under the shutter button
  • Dedicated aspect ratio dial
  • Size similar to the Fuji X-Pro 3
  • 100 MP sensor
  • No IBIS
  • Built-in  GF 35mm f/4 Lens
  • The estimated dimensions of the camera can be found here
  • The Fujifilm X Summit Prague 2025 page can be found here.
  • Related coverage:

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Reminder: tomorrow is the last day to get the 5DayDeal Landscape Photography Bundle 2025 pre-order savings



This is a quick reminder that tomorrow is the last day to get the 5DayDeal Landscape Photography Bundle 2025 pre-order savings (prices will go up after tomorrow).

Like in previous years, the 2025 5DayDeal Landscape Photography Bundle contains a package of photography tools at a significant discount. Several different bundles are available, and a portion of the sales will go to charities:


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The new Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro lens for Fujifilm X-mount is now available


The previously rumored Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro lens for Fujifilm X-mount is now available at Amazon, B&H Photo, and the official Meike online store (international shipping). Additional information on the lens can be found here.

  • Full-Frame | f/1.8 to f/16
  • Fast Aperture Portrait-Length Prime
  • Autofocus Design
  • STM Stepping Motor
  • 1 UHR, 3 HR & 2 ED Elements
  • Multilayer Coatings
  • Electronic Contacts Maintain EXIF Data
  • USB Port for Firmware Upgrades

The lens has already been announced for E/Z/L mounts in October of last year:

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Several new Sirui lenses are now available for purchase



Sirui listed new lenses for crowdfunding:

Several other new Sirui lenses are now listed for sale at B&H Photo, including the Sirui AF 20mm T1.8 and Sirui AF 40mm T1.8:

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