Photo Rumors

New lights from Godox and Profoto

By PR admin | Published: June 8, 2024

New lights announced from Godox and Profoto:

Godox ML100Bi portable LED video light (pre-order: Adorama | B&H Photo)

Profoto L1600D mono-LED cinema light (pre-order: Adorama | B&H Photo).

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Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL PRO lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced

By PR admin | Published: June 8, 2024

The previously rumored Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL PRO APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced (Yongnuo lenses are sold at Adorama, B&H, and Amazon). Here are the details:

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Luminar’s upcoming photo tour to Iceland: get $500 off

By PR admin | Published: June 8, 2024

In addition to the popular photo editing tool, Luminar is also offering photo tours. Their next destination is Iceland:

Aug 17 – Aug 23, 2024
Activity level: easy
7-day adventure through Iceland’s diverse landscapes
Original price: $6,000 ($500 off if you mention the code rumors)

If you compare other photo tours to Iceland, the price is pretty decent. If you mention the code RUMORS when you sign up, you can get $500 off the original price of $6,000 (the final price will be $5,500).

Tour description:

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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: June 8, 2024

The rare Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 14.3mm f/4 lens for 70mm cinema cameras originally made for Disney

Panasonic GH7 is Equipped with Cooling Fan

Canon EOS R6 Mark II, EOS R8, EOS R7, EOS R10, EOS R50, EL-5, and ST-E10 Firmware Updates Released

Canon F1 camera custom painting

Fujifilm GFX100S II, Fujifilm X-T50, Fujinon GF 500mm f/5.6, and Fujinon XF 16-50mm F/2.8-4.8 Japanese Release Date June 28th Announced

The YouTube Reviews on the Panasonic Lumix GH7

What’s next for Leica? (updated rumors recap)

Nikon is investing $160M in a new lens factory for high-end lenses

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First leaked picture of the upcoming Pentax 17 half-frame film camera with 25mm f/3.5 lens

By PR admin | Published: June 7, 2024

PentaxRumors published the First leaked picture of the upcoming Pentax 17 half-frame film camera with 25mm f/3.5 lens, built-in flash, and a viewfinder:

Previous coverage of the upcoming Pentax film camera:

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Last chance to get the Contax G45 f/2 lens for Leica M (conversion by Funleader)

By PR admin | Published: June 6, 2024

Funleader will have one last batch of the Contax G45 f/2 lens for Leica M conversion next month. This will be their final restock of this lens. Pre-orders are now open at a discounted price of $999 instead of the original $1199. You can use code LEICARUMORS for an additional 5% off:

Pre-orders will ship in early July. A limited number of silver G45 lenses are still available. The last batch of G45 lenses will be only in black. Keep in mind that for $999, you will get the complete functioning lens. The conversion kit is also available (without the optics) for $489, where you have to source your original lens and convert it (check the product page for instructions).

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Nikon ℤ6 III camera rumored to be announced next week + latest specifications

By PR admin | Published: June 6, 2024

The Nikon ℤ6 III camera is rumored to be announced next week – here are the latest rumored specifications:

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What’s new on Kickstarter?

By PR admin | Published: June 6, 2024

The following Kickstarter projects are still listed for funding:

Shargeek 140: Unrivaled Portable Charging Accessible to All
Excope DT1 super telephoto 48MP 4000mm camera with 200x magnification
Lancer 300, modular backpack with exoskeleton design – now on Indiegogo
Yashica Micro mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses – late pledges accepted
Ultra plates for Arca-compatible tripods – now on Indiegogo.
SPINN camera strap with SWIFT-LOCK quick-release – now on Indiegogo.

Old Kickstarter projects now available for direct sale:

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Luminar Neo summer sale: up to 80% off

By PR admin | Published: June 6, 2024

Skylum started a new Luminar Neo summer sale with savings up to 80% off. Here are the details – two different pricing plans are available at checkout:

Luminar Neo 1-year subscription + Travel Presets & Overlays Collection ($99 worth) + Creative Photo Editing Course ($79 worth), total: $79, save 81%
Luminar Neo Lifetime + Travel Presets & Overlays Collection ($99 worth) + Creative Photo Editing Course ($79 worth), total: $149, save 74%

You can use promo code AFF-JZO8H0 for an additional 20% off. The sale will end on June 10, 2024.