The next Meike Pro series autofocus full-frame lens will be released in November: 85mm f/1.8


The next Meike Pro series autofocus full-frame lens will be released in November: 85mm f/1.8. The rest of the Pro lenses will be released in 2025 (for Sony E, Nikon Z, and Leica L mount):

  • Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro (already released)
  • Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 II Pro (November)
  • Meike AF 15mm f/1.8 Pro (2025)
  • Meike AF 24mm f/1.8 Pro (2025)
  • Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro (2025)

Meike lenses are sold at AdoramaAmazon, B&H Photo, and Meike’s website.

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Getting closer to a new Nikon camera announcement

New Leicavit M announced

Leica to release a new “Leica M Edition 70” limited edition film camera (Leica M-A + Leicavit + 50 APO)

New Nikon rebates in Europe, Nikon USA to follow next week

Nikon Imaging Cloud maintenance completed, here is what’s new

Again: rumors about Nikon Imaging Cloud support for Nikon Zf, Z6III, Z8, and Z9 cameras

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Sirui Aurora 85mm f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon, Sony and Fuji officially announced




The previously leaked/rumored Sirui Aurora 85mm f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon, Sony, and Fuji cameras is now officially announced and available to order at Amazon – currently $100 off with a coupon (additional informtion is available here):


Orders are also opened at B&H Photo | Amazon DE | Amazon UK | Amazon FR | Amazon IT | Amazon ES.

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Canon displays a 250MP prototype camera


At the 2024 Chinese CPSE show, Canon displayed a prototype camera with a 250MP sensor and a new EOS R7 camera high-sensitivity extended firmware.

I assume this is the same 250MP APS-H-size CMOS sensor Canon has been marketing/promoting for years – since 2015 (see product page):

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Updates on the upcoming Sirui Aurora 85mm f/1.4 and Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 full-frame autofocus lenses


Sirui will announce a new Aurora 85mm f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lens for Sony E and Nikon Z on October 25, 2024 (see teaser). The lens is already listed for sale on a German website for €545.



The upcoming Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 lens was also briefly listed for sale on a German website for €999. The official announcement should be coming soon. More leaked pictures can be found here.

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The latest cameras listed for Frame.io camera-to-cloud integration support

Here are the latest cameras listed for Frame.io camera-to-cloud integration support:

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Canon EOS R1 flagship camera first look, shipping starts on November 14th


The new Canon EOS R1 flagship camera is expected to start shipping on November 14th:


Paul’s Photo published their Canon R1 first look videos:

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Just released: Nikon Z6III Experience – The Still Photography Guide to Operation and Image Creation with the Nikon Z6III

2024 Nikon Small World Photo Awards winners announced

PT: Sigma Interview at Salon de la Photo 2024 – Atypical Lens Design, Record Sales, Canon RF Mount, Camera Company Talk, Hybrid Shooters, and More

PW: Fujifilm New Year’s Card Overview 2025 Presentation – GFX, X100VI, Instax, Growth, Strategies, and More

New Sidekick Pro camera bag for Leica Q/M cameras by Clever Supply

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The new ON1 Photo RAW 2025 is now available


As previously reported, the new ON1 Photo RAW 2025 is now officially released (save 15%).

Here are the key features available in version 2025:

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Many DJI Air 3S drone orders are stuck in US customs


The Internet and social media are full of reports from customers who ordered the new Air 3S drone directly from the DJI website, and now their shipments are being blocked/hated by US Customs. I already reported that the latest drone is not yet listed for sale in the US (Adorama | Amazon | B&H), and ordering it directly from China will not solve the issue:

DJI Air 3S drone officially announced, not listed for sale in the US

Confirmed: the new DJI Air 3S drone is currently blocked by US customs

Reuters confirmed the reports online:

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