Zeiss announced new Horizon anamorphic lenses


The Zeiss teaser from two weeks ago was for a new line of Horizon full-frame 2x anamorphic cinema prime lenses:

  • Seven focal lengths: 35mm, 40mm, 50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 150mm, 200mm
  • Fast T2.3 aperture (T2.9 on the 200mm)
  • Built-in focus and iris motors integrated into the lens body (no external motors needed)
  • Swappable look-tuning rear element for adjustable character while keeping calibration
  • Consistent 114mm front diameter and LPL mount across the set
  • Classic 2x look with pronounced oval bokeh and stretched depth/scale
  • Neutral, low-aberration baseline optimized for VFX and creative tuning
  • Initial shipping (40/50/75mm) starts in September 2026; full set rolls out through 2027
  • Pricing not yet announced (check availability at B&H Photo
  • Product page
  • Additional information

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The latest Leica SL3-P camera rumors


Here are the latest/updated Leica SL3-P camera rumors:

  • 44.3MP sensor (based on the Panasonic S1RII that was announced in February 2025, see previous coverage)
  • Improved AF (better than the SL3-S)
  • Video capabilities could be lower than those of other SL3 models
  • Rumored to be announced around May-June 2026
  • The new Leica SL3-P model will be positioned between the current Leica SL3 (60MP) and the Leica SL2-S (24MP)
  • Approximately 800 autofocus points
  • The body and operating concept are very similar to the new Panasonic generation
  • Expected retail price around €5,900
  • There is also some talk about Leica introducing a new SL 100mm APO macro lens
  • The Leica SL3-P camera is rumored to be announced at the end of June (around June 22-25th)

This just in: Chinese HSG reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Blackstone’s and, potentially, Kaufmann’s stakes in Leica Camera.

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What else is new?

PhotonsToPhotos released the photographic dynamic range data and other sensor measurements for the OM System OM-3 camera

Leatherettes for Ricoh vintage film cameras

Chinese HSG reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Blackstone’s and potentially Kaufmann’s stake in Leica Camera

A new Light Lens Lab 75mm f/1.5 Z21 lens for Leica M-mount will be announced on June 5th

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Viltrox to announce two new AF APS-C EVO lenses on June 8th: 90mm f/2.2 & 75mm f/1.8



Viltrox will announce two new lenses on June 8th:

Check the official Viltrox website for updates.

Additional pictures:

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FieldMade released new customizable indicator labels for Canon LP-E6P batteries



Field Made released new customizable indicator labels for Canon LP-E6P batteries.

You can get 10% off your next FieldMade order with coupon code “Rumors10“:

  • 10% off the entire order
  • Minimum purchase of $20 CAD
  • Cannot be combined with other discounts

Additional information:

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The popular Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens is back in stock in limited quantities



The popular Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for M/LTM mount is now back in stock in limited quantities. The last few batches sold in a day or less, so act fast if you want one.

The Mandler 35mm f/2 is a complete reproduction of the original Leica Summicron 35mm f/2 seven-element optical lens formula. The name “Mandler” is a tribute to Walter Mandler, who designed many legendary Leica lenses.

Additional information on the Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens for M/LTM mount can be found here:

Act fast: the Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens is back in stock (limited quantities)

Via LeicaRumors

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Viltrox cut a lens in half and took pictures with it – here are the results





At the P&E show in China, Viltrox cut an AF 35mm F1.2 LAB FE N lens in half and took pictures with it. Unlike other cut lenses we have seen in the past from various brands, the Viltrox lens was actually functional, and the company published the pictures:

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What else is new?

The latest OM System deals in the US, UK, and Germany

Micro Four Thirds organization: the YoloLiv 18mm f/1.4 lens does not operate properly on Micro Four Thirds cameras

Act fast: the Mandler 35mm f/2 “Seven Elements” lens is back in stock (limited quantities)

Leica Q camera appears in the new James Bond 007 video game as a “Shockwave Camera”

Thypoch released a new Simera-C 16mm T1.9 cine lens and a six-lens cinema kit for Leica M-mount

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New: Owlkrown FlexGrip for Fujifilm X100VI cameras

Owlkrown released a new FlexGrip for Fujifilm X100VI cameras (the X100VI is still out of stock!) – here are the details:

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No, Sony is not working on a new display technology that will noticeably improve battery life


Another clickbait story is circulating the Internet:

“Sony is working on a new display technology for its Alpha cameras after 2026/Q3”
“New rumor suggests upcoming Sony cameras could have noticeably better battery life”

Editors are publishing made-up stories without even doing a simple Google search. The article in question is a 2011 research paper by Korean academics and has nothing to do with Sony or any upcoming Sony cameras. Here are the details:

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