Here are the leaked specifications of the upcoming Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports lens


Here are the leaked specifications of the previously rumored Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports lens (replacement for the current 60-600mm model):

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New Irix Cine 150mm T3.0 Macro 1:1 lens released for EF/RF/E/Z/MFT/MFT/PL mount


Irix released a new version of their 150mm T3.0 macro 1:1 cine lens for EF/RF/E/Z/MFT/MFT/PL mount. Check availability and pricing at Adorama, Amazon, and B&H (update: now listed at B&H).

Irix 150mm cine lens features:

  • Ultra HD 8K ready optics with superb image resolution
  • Full Frame 43.3mm coverage
  • Weather-sealed construction
  • Same height aperture and focus rings
  • Similar size and weight
  • Color matched
  • Standard 0.8m pitch mod gears
  • Standard front diameter of 95mm
  • Multiple mounts: Canon EF, Arri PL, Canon RF, Sony E, MFT, Leica L, Nikon Z

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Officially announced: Venus Optics Laowa 19mm f/2.8 Zero-D GFX medium format lens




Today Venus Optics officially announced the previously rumored Laowa 19mm f/2.8 Zero-D GFX medium format lens:

  • Price: $999 (pre-order here)
  • Main features:
    • Light & Compact
    • 110° Ultra-Wide Angle of View
    • Fast Aperture of f/2.8
    • Zero Distortion
    • 18cm Minimum Focusing Distance
    • 77mm Filter Thread
    • 10-Point Sunstars
    • Focusing Scale Adjustment System
  • Lens specification:

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Leaked online: LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH POWER OIS lens for Micro Four Thirds



  
More information and pictures leaked online today from the previously rumored LEICA DG VARIO-ELMARIT 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER OIS lens for Micro Four Thirds. The new lens is dust and splash-proof and comes with a 58mm filter size. The official release date is February 16, 2023. Additional information:

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What else is new?

Pentax DA 40mm f/2.8 XS pancake lens listed as discontinued in Japan

Leica M3 and R4 cameras patents poster/prints

Leica Camera and the Dunhuang Research Institute jointly launched the “Leica Q2 Dunhuang” special limited edition camera

More Viltrox Pro 75mm f/1.2 AF Photos

Viltrox X-T5 / X-H2 / X-H2S Firmware Update For 23 / 33 / 56 / 85mm Lenses

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Panasonic is rumored to announce a new 12-35mm f/2.8 MFT lens this week


I already reported last week that Panasonic is preparing to announce new products. Nokishita now reports that Panasonic is rumored to announce a new 12-35mm f/2.8 MFT lens this week (model number: H-ES12035) that will replace the current version. The new lens will be priced at $897.

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The CIPA October numbers are out


CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2022, black: 2021, blue: 2020):

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Just announced: AstrHori 85mm f/1.8 autofocus lens for Sony E-mount


The previously rumored AstrHori 85mm f/1.8 autofocus lens for Sony E-mount is now officially announced and available to order (currently in stock):

Check out also the official AstrHori Amazon store.



Last week AstrHori announced two other full-frame mirrorless lenses:

AstrHori 12mm f/2.8 fisheye and 18mm f/8 shift full-frame lenses announced

Additional information on the new AstrHori 85mm f/1.8 lens:

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Sell or trade your used photo gear with Adorama


Sell or trade your used photo gear with Adorama – this is how it works:

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What else is new?

Nauticam NA-A7RV For Sony a7RV

Sony a7RV PDR Comparison

New Rode VideoMicro II

New Viltrox EF-GFX Pro Smart Autofocus Adapter

 

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