7Artisans to release a new 24-96mm T2.9 cinema lens


7Artisans will soon release a new 24-96mm T2.9 cinema lens – previously reported here:

7Artisans is teasing a new series of 4x zoom lenses to be announced in December

Stay tuned for the details.

Via Fujiaddict

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Observations on the latest camera trends in Japan


Here are some observations on the latest camera trends in Japan published by Phileweb and summarized by Digicame-info (Google translation):

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New Hasselblad CFV 100C camera registered online

Hasselblad has registered a new CFV 100C camera in Asia. As the name suggests, this would be a new 100MP V model, probably similar to the current Hasselblad 907X. Here are screenshots of the registrations:

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Ricoh GR designer teases new announcement coming soon


The Ricoh GR Photography YouTube channel published a new video interview with Ricoh GR designer Inaba San. At the end of the video (starting at the 20:52 minute mark) Lukasz mentioned that a new Ricoh GR series announcement is coming soon. Mr. Inaba’s expressions confirmed that something new is coming but he did not provide any additional details:

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The best PhotoRumors posts for November 2023


The best PhotoRumors posts for November 2023:

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Review of the sub-$100 JINTU 420-800mm f/8.3-16 lens


Here is a review of the sub-$100 JINTU 420-800mm f/8.3-16 APS-C lens lens:

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Zonlai 50mm f/1.4 lens now in stock


The Zonlai 50mm f/1.4 APS-C lens I reported a few months ago is now available for sale at eBay and Aliexpress (for MFT, E, X, EF-M mount). Additional information:

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AstrHori to announce a new AF 85mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount

AstrHori will announce the previously reported 85mm f/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount on December 9th. The price will be around $180. Here are the specifications:

  • Mount: Sony E, Nikon Z
  • STM stepper motor
  • All-metal bodyFocal length: 85mm
  • Format: full frame
  • Maximum aperture: f/1.8
  • Minimum aperture: f/16
  • Viewing Angle: 28.4°
  • Minimum focusing distance: 79 cm
  • Optical design: 9 elements in 8 groups
  • Focus Type: Auto Focus
  • Stabilization system: No
  • Dimensions: Ø80 x 93.5 mm
  • Weight: about 620g

AstrHori is a new Chinese lens manufacturer (previously known as Rockstar).

AstrHori lenses are available for sale on Amazon and B&H Photo.

Previous AstrHori coverage can be found here.


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Harman Phoenix 200 color negative film officially announced, available for pre-order


The previously leaked Harman Phoenix 200 film is now officially announced and available for pre-order at B&H Photo:

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Hasselblad XCD 90mm f/2.5 V lens officially released together with a new X2D 100C firmware update


The Hasselblad XCD 90mm f/2.5 V lens is now officially released – check availability at Adorama and B&H Photo.

Announced: Hasselblad X2D 100C medium format camera and XCD 38mm f/2.5, 55mm f/2.5, and 90mm f/2.5 V lenses

Here is the first review of the lens (see also this video):

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