Thypoch is rumored to announce a new Simera 50mm f/1.4 lens soon



The Chinese lens manufacturer Thypoch is rumored to announce a new Simera 50mm f/1.4 lens soon. Currently, Thypoch has the following lenses available for sale:

Typoch started initially with lenses for Leica M-mount, but now they offer also lenses for Z/X/E/RF mounts:

Thypoch expands Simera 35mm & 28mm f/1.4 lineup to Z/X/E/RF mounts

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Canon announced shortages for the latest EOS R1, EOS R5 Mark II cameras, and other products



Canon announced shortages for the latest EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II cameras and several other products:

Product name Availability
We plan to ship the products one by one, but delivery may take longer than usual.
We plan to ship the products one by one, but delivery may take longer than usual.
We plan to ship the products one by one, but delivery may take longer than usual.
We plan to ship the products one by one, but delivery may take longer than usual.
We plan to ship the products one by one, but it is expected that it will take a considerable amount of time for delivery. If you place a new order, it may take up to six months for delivery.

The reason for the shortage was quoted as "impact of global parts supply":
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Gura Gear released a new Kiboko City Commuter 18L+ limited edition camera bag in “Slate Grey”


Gura Gear released a new Kiboko City Commuter 18L+ limited edition camera bag in Slate Grey (shipping starts next week):

"We are thrilled to announce the release of a brand-new colorway for our popular Kiboko City Commuter line – introducing Slate! Just in time for the fall season, this sophisticated and versatile shade is perfect for all your urban adventures and beyond. Our Kiboko City Commuter line has always been about combining style, functionality, and durability, and the new Slate colorway is no exception. Whether you're navigating the hustle and bustle of the city, cycling through scenic routes, or embarking on spontaneous weekend getaways, our latest offering is designed to meet your needs with elegance and practicality."


Additional information:

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The OM System OM-1 Mark II camera is now $300 off



The OM System OM-1 Mark II camera is now $300 off (offer available also at Adorama and Amazon):

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Adobe Photoshop new feature released including prompt AI image generator


Adobe released the July update for Photoshop that includes many new features, including a prompt AI image generator (see the full details at the bottom of this post):

The latest Adobe CC subscription plan rates can be found here. The different Adobe Creative Cloud options are described here. Additional information on Photoshop and Lightroom is available on this page. Adobe Creative Cloud subscription can be purchased directly from B&H Photo or Amazon.

Additional information on the new Photoshop features announced in July 2023:

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Topaz announced new Gigapixel PRO version for professionals



In addition to Video AI Pro, Topaz also released a new Gigapixel PRO version for professionals with high-quality upscaling, commercial licensing, and CLI support. Here are the differences between the regular version and Gigapixel PRO:

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What else is new?

Nikon plans to incorporate RED’s video tech in its cameras in order to expand market share

Nikon Z6 III back in stock in the US

Kamerakraft LMGRIP grip version 3.0 for Leica M film cameras now open for pre-orders

SG-image 55mm f/1.8 AF Announced in Asia

Fujifilm Developed A Linux SDK For Remote Control Of The “GFX100 Series” When Mounted On A Drone

 

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It seems that the new Leica D-Lux 8 is the first open-source camera from a major manufacturer *UPDATED*



It seems that the new Leica D-Lux 8 (AdoramaB&H | WEX | Koch) is the first open-source camera from a major manufacturer - LeicaRumors posted the link to the official Leica website where you can download the camera's source code:

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PictureCorrect composition cheat sheets summer sale



PictureCorrect is currently running a sale on their composition cheat sheets summer sale. Here are the 22 composition cheat sheets you will get:



More PictureCorrect products:

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New lenses coming from Hasselblad and Tamron


CameraInsider reports that two new lenses will be announced soon:

Last month, I already reported that Hasselblad is rumored to announce a new super tele XCD lens:

Hasselblad will soon announce a new super tele lens XCD lens (probably 150mm)

Regarding the Tamron big zoom lens, the speculations are for a new 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3. Nikon already has this lens, and it has been a best-seller since it was announced in June last year. If you look at the 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 patent - the lens was designed by Nikon and Tamron:

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