Photo Rumors

Fujifilm is already teasing the GFX100RF fixed lens medium format camera for Fujikina Prague 2025 (March 22-23)

By PR admin | Published: February 17, 2025

The next Fujikina will take place in Prague (March 22-23, 2025). In one of the social media posts, Fujifilm used the GFX hashtag which further verifies the rumors that the previously reported GFX 100RF fixed lens medium format camera will be officially announced in March (I already reported that the GFX 100RF will be announced after the 2025 CP+ show):

Posted in Fuji | Tagged Fujifilm GFX 100RF, Fujikina, fujirumors | 2 Comments

First pictures of the upcoming Zeiss (Otus?) mirrorless lens(es)

By PR admin | Published: February 17, 2025

Zeiss released more teasers and sent emails about the upcoming Zeiss (Otus?) mirrorless lens(es):

"Exciting news is on the horizon! On February 25th, we’ll reveal something designed to elevate your photography to the next level. It’s built for those who see the world differently – crafted with precision, innovation, and passion."

👀 Have you noticed something different in our recent posts? Any guesses? 🤔 We’ve got big news coming your way—mark your calendars for February 25! 📅 #ZEISSCameraLenses pic.twitter.com/1ZvCbCyN2C

— ZEISS Camera Lenses (@ZEISSLenses) February 17, 2025

Based on the previous teasers, the new lens is probably a tele lens:

Posted in Zeiss | Tagged teaser, Zeiss Otus mirrorless lenses, Zeiss Otus ML lenses | 12 Comments

Thypoch to announce a new Simera 75mm f/1.4 lens on February 24

By PR admin | Published: February 17, 2025

Thypoch is expected to announce a new Simera 75mm f/1.4 lens on February 24th - right before the start of the 2025 CP+ show in Japan.

Thypoch is also rumored to release a new 21mm lens later this year.

Thypoch lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.

Posted in Thypoch | Tagged Thypoch, Thypoch Simera 75mm f/1.4 lens, Thypoch Simera lenses | Leave a comment

What to expect at the 2025 CP+ show? (an updated list of upcoming/rumored cameras and lenses)

By PR admin | Published: February 16, 2025

What to expect at the 2025 CP+ show - an updated list of upcoming/rumored cameras and lenses:

~~Three new OM System lenses~~ (announced)
~~OM System OM-3 camera~~ (announced)
~~Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 lens~~ (announced)
~~New Tokina lens for Fuji X~~ (announced)
~~Voigtlander Color-Skopar 35mm f/3.5 Aspherical VM~~ (announced)
~~7Artisans 50mm f/1.8 L-mount~~ (announced)
~~Meike 55mm f/1.8 Pro~~ (announced)
~~Nikon Z cinema products~~ (announced)

New Sony lenses (Sony 400-800mm f/6.3-8.0 G lens already leaked)

New Sigma lenses on February 25th (3 different lenses possible). See the Sigma scheduled at CP+ here.

Panasonic Lumix S1R II camera (more than one camera possible). See the dedicated CP+ page here.

Fujifilm GFX 100RF camera (coming in March after the CP+ show).

Canon PowerShot V1 compact camera.

New Zeiss Otus mirrorless lens(es)

Thypoch to release a new Simera 75mm f/1.4 lens and a 21mm f/1.4 lens (the 21mm will come later this year).

7Artisans is expected to announce a new 85mm f/1.8 AF lens for L-mount.

Two new Meike lenses: Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro for Fuji X & Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro.

Viltrox is preparing to launch several new lenses (additional information). See the latest list of upcoming Viltrox lenses here.

TTartisan is teasing a “mysterious new product” to be revealed at the 2025 CP+ show in Japan (TTartisan’s first camera?)

Tamron partners with... Godzilla for the 2025 CP+ show in Japan - expect a big zoom lens.

DJI camera (very low chance)

New Ricoh GR camera (debunked?)
Pentax K-3 III replacement (low chance to be announced for CP+)

What to expect next from Nikon and Leica:

Posted in Other | Tagged 2025 CP+ show, CP+ | 2 Comments

Updates on the latest Kickstarter photography projects

By PR admin | Published: February 16, 2025

New: HubPack X anti-theft, cut-resistant bag.

Previous successfully funded campaigns that are still available as late pledges:

LIT DUO 1 light meter: late pledges available.

OnePro backpack for outdoor photography: available for pre-order.

SWIFT-LOCK by SPINN.DESIGN: available for pre-order (use code RUMORS for 15% off).

4k night vision telescope & camera: late pledges available.

Posted in Other | Tagged Kickstarter, What's new on Kickstarter? | 1 Comment

Zeiss to announce new lens(es) on February 25th (new mirrorless versions of the Otus line?)

By PR admin | Published: February 16, 2025

Zeiss published a second teaser indicating that their new lens (or something else?) will be announced on February 25th - right before the start of the 2025 CP+ show in Japan:

There were already rumors of Zeiss exiting the photography business after the company did not announce any photography lenses in 6 years. As I already noted, my uneducated guess is that we will see new mirrorless versions of the existing Otus line. I do not think Zeiss will introduce anything completely new, but I could be wrong. They are looking for an easy revenue stream without spending money on research and development - just like OM System: re-house, promote with influencers, and sell at ridiculous prices.