New: Insta360 Flow smartphone gimbal/stabilizer with AI-tracking



The Insta360 teaser I reported a few days ago was for a new smartphone gimbal/stabilizer with AI tracking called Insta360 Flow (additional information is available here):

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Rumored Canon RF-mount tilt-shift lenses


Canon is rumored to announce two new RF-mount tilt-shift lenses:

  • Canon TS-R 14mm f/4L tilt-shift lens
  • Canon TS-R 24mm f/3.5L tilt-shift lens
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Sony ZV-E1 full-frame vlogging camera announced






The previously rumored Sony ZV-E1 full-frame vlogging camera is now officially announced:

  • 12 MP Full frame back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor
  • ISO up to 409,600
  • Full frame 4k with full pixel readout and no pixel binning
  • FHD 240p and 4k 120p (coming with firmware update)
  • Cinematic vlog setting, S-Cinetone, S-Log3, S-Gamut3
  • 5-axis optical in-body stabilization
  • Ai-based dynamic active mode stabilization w/ framing stabilizer
  • Ai based AF: real time recognition and tracking for stills and movies
  • Movie support functions: AF assist, breathing compensation, focus map
  • Product showcase setting
  • Vari-angle LCD screen with intuitive touch operation
  • Dust and moisture resistant
  • UVC/UAC USB streaming up to 4K 30p
  • Intelligent 3-capsule mic with AI auto, and manual directivity
  • Pre-orders: Adorama | B&H | KochErhardt | Calumet | WEX
  • Additional information: West42 | Explora
  • Related videos:

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The Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D lens is coming also for Leica M-mount


Venus Optics will soon release the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D lens for Leica M-mount. The lens already exists for other mounts. Additional information:

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Zhong Yi Optics announced a new Mitakon Creator 28mm f/5.6 lens


Zhong Yi Optics has announced a new Mitakon Creator 28mm f/5.6 lens – a recitation of the iconic Leica Summaron M 28mm f/5.6 lens. The new lens is available for Sony E, Fuji X/GFX, Canon R, and Leica M/L cameras.


Here are the details:

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The Fujifilm X-E4 camera is listed as discontinued

The Fujifilm X-E4 camera is listed as discontinued at B&H Photo and all models are on backorder at Adorama (previously reported here):

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Canon celebrates 20th consecutive year of No. 1 share of global interchangeable-lens digital camera market


Canon celebrates 20th consecutive year of No. 1 share of global interchangeable-lens digital camera market (based on a Canon survey):

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Announced: Venus Optics Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF full-frame lens for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and L mount


The previously rumored Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF full-frame lens from Venus Optics is now officially announced. The new lens is available for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Leica L mount.

Update: the lens is now also available at B&H Photo.


Additional information:

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7artisans Easter Sale: up to 20% off lenses


7artisans started a new Easter Sale where you can get up to 20% off lenses. This offer is valid from March 27th – April 11th. Here are some of the discounted lenses:

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