Sigma announces supply shortage for the new 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art lens (X/E/R/L)


Sigma announced a supply shortage for the new 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art lens for X/E/R/L mount.

Check the lens availability at B&H Photo, WEX Photo, and Foto Erhardt.

New Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art lens announced (X/E/R/L)

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Echolens digital camera without a screen now on Kickstarter




NEW: The Echolens digital camera without a screenthat feels like filmis now listed on Kickstarter with a $99 early bird special – $56,351 already raised of a $30,000 goal (previously reported here).

Coming soon on Kickstarter: Echolens digital camera without a screen

Other Kickstarted projects:


WANDRD PRVKE V4 camera bag has already raised almost $500,000.


Peak Design PRO tripods have already raised over $2.7 million.


MagGo X magnetic camera sling bag raised almost $40k.


LIT DUO 1 light meter: late pledges available.

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What else is new?

Thypoch Simera 28 f/1.4 and 35mm f/1.4 lenses for Nikon Z-mount now on sale

New firmware updates for the Nikon Z50II, Z5II, Z6III, and Zf cameras released

Five Voigtlander lenses for Nikon Z-mount are now on sale (up to $355)

Many Zeiss and Voigtlander lenses for M-mount are now on sale (up to $360 off)

Thypoch summer lens sale

New: MS Optics LUMITAR 3.5/50 lens for Leica M-mount

Leica M11-P Safari now in stock

Nikon USA price increase now in effect

Magic Lantern Firmware Is Back!

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Best-selling cameras for May at Map Camera


Here are the best-selling cameras for May at Map Camera Japan:

  1. Fujifilm X100VI
  2. Nikon Z5 II
  3. Fujifilm X-M5
  4. Ricoh GR III
  5. Ricoh GR IIIx
  6. Canon EOS R6 II
  7. Nikon Z50 II
  8. Sony a7c II
  9. Canon EOS R50 V
  10. Fujifilm GFX 100RF

Source: Map Camera, via PentaxRumors

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Thypoch Simera 21mm f/1.4 lens officially announced


Thypoch officially released the previously rumored Simera 21mm f/1.4 lens for Leica M-mount. Orders are now open at:

Check out also the ongoing Thypoch lens sale:

Thypoch summer lens sale

Additional information on the new lens can be found here:

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TTartisan announced a new AF 14mm f/3.5 APS-C lens for Fuji X-mount


TTartisan announced a new AF 14mm f/3.5 APS-C lens for Fuji X-mount:

Additional information:

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Leaked: new Tamron 16-30mm f//2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z/Sony E


Tamron is expected to announce a new 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens for Nikon Z/Sony E mount.

The leaked technical specifications and details can be found here:

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Panasonic to announce major firmware updates for the LUMIX S-series cameras


Panasonic to announce major firmware updates for the LUMIX S-series cameras – here are the details:

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Nikon, Canon, and Sony rebates expire next week + US price increases become effective


The Nikon, Canon, and Sony rebates are set to expire next week. In addition, new price increases will become a reality in the US.  Check out our sponsors if you are planning to purchase any new gear:

Reminder: Nikon US price increase coming on June 23

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Coverage of the 2025 Bild Expo



Here is some additional coverage of the 2025 Bild Expo by B&H Photo that took place in NYC this week:

Pictures from the show:

Additional pictures by brand:

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New Yongnuo 50mm f/1.8R DF lens announced


Yongnuo announced a new 50mm f/1.8R DF lens for Canon RF mount (Yongnuo lenses are sold at AdoramaB&H, and Amazon):

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What else is new?

Update: Nikon Z8 firmware update version 3.0 is now expected to be released on or around July 1st

Reminder: Nikon US price increase coming on June 23

What to expect next from Nikon?

Leica MONOPAN 50 black and white 35mm photographic film additional coverage

The latest Pentax discount and savings

Exclusive: 10% off OM System cameras and lenses at Calumet Photo in Germany

Adobe Lightroom Adds Native Fujifilm Camera Tethering

Lots of Canon Motorized Zoom Lens Patents Found Plus Full Frame Canon 100-500mm F4.5-6.3 IS and Canon 100-600mm F4.5-6.3 IS

Canon EF600mm F4L IS III USM Discontinued Overseas

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