Photo Rumors

Canon rumored to announce two new Cinema EOS zoom lenses: 20-50mm and 45-135mm

By PR admin | Published: April 7, 2022

Some additional information on the previously rumored new Canon cinema lenses:

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Leica announced a new limited-edition Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH matte black lens with a special extremely scratch-resistant paint

By PR admin | Published: April 7, 2022

Today Leica announced a new robust, limited-edition version of the Summicron-M 28mm f/2 ASPH lens in matte black finish with a special paint that is extremely scratch-resistant:

Special scratch-resistant matte black paint finish
Muted green-infilled engravings
Built-in retractable lens hood
Black lens dot
Limited to 450 pieces worldwide

The interesting part is that the price is $4,495 – $500 cheaper than the regular 28mm Summicron version – here are both lenses side-by-side:

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Announced: Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens

By PR admin | Published: April 6, 2022

The previously rumored Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens is now officially announced:

Reviews at 42West and Explora
YouTube reviews
Sample photos (more available here)
MTF charts, design, and press release can be found here
Nikkor 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR vs. Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens specifications comparison
Pre-order links:

Americas	Europe
Adorama Amazon B&H Photo Pauls Photo Service Photo Camera Canada	WEX (UK) Jessops (UK) Calumet (DE) Calumet (NL) Foto Koch (DE) Foto Erhardt (DE)

Via NikonRumors

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Nikon to announce a new Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens tomorrow

By PR admin | Published: April 5, 2022

Nikon is rumored to announce a new Nikkor Z 800mm f/6.3 VR PF S lens tomorrow. Here is what to expect:

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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: April 5, 2022

Fujinon 28mm f/1.0, 32mm f/1.0, and 35mm f/1.0 Patents Found

Ricoh GRIII firmware update version 1.60 and Ricoh GRIIIx firmware update version 1.10 released

Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2022 jury and nominator announcement

Red Dot Forum camera talk: Leica lingo

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New Venus Optics Laowa 0.7x Focal Reducer for 24mm f/14 2X Macro Probe announced

By PR admin | Published: April 4, 2022

The previously reported Laowa 0.7x Focal Reducer for the 24mm f/14 2X Macro Probe lens from Venus Optics is now officially announced (it is used to reduce the crop factor when using the lens on APS-C, Super35, or MFT cameras). The full press release can be found here

Venus Optics also posted a new teaser for their upcoming Laowa anamorphic lenses:

Sample videos taken with the new Venus Optics Laowa 0.7x Focal Reducer:

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Updates on the new Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 AF mirrorless lens for Fuji X-mount

By PR admin | Published: April 4, 2022

Some updates on the new Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 AF mirrorless lens for Fuji X-mount – the shipping date is pushed to the end of April, pre-orders are now open also at Amazon, B&H, Pergear, Viltrox, and the promo materials are now available also in English:

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Released: Topaz Labs Sharpen AI v4.1, DeNoise AI v3.6, Skylum Luminar AI v1.5.2, and Luminar Neo v1.0.4

By PR admin | Published: April 3, 2022

Topaz Labs Sharpen AI version 4.1 released with improved auto-select mask models, streamlined batch model downloads, and other performance enhancements (use coupon code RUMORS15 for an extra 15% off).

Topaz Labs DeNoise AI version 3.6 released with an updated RAW model, refreshed file saving experience, and stability improvements to bring you even better noise reduction (use coupon code RUMORS15 for an extra 15% off).