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Nikon lost nearly 5 billion yen ($31. 3 million) from April to September 2025, primarily because of U. S. tariff policy. It is the company's first operating loss in the first half of a fiscal year in five years. petapixel.com »
Image: Canon As with other brands, Canon's lenses feature many letters and acronyms in the lens names. Seeing something like Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM can leave you scratching your head if you don't know what each of those things means. dpreview.com »
Photo: Pomma Partiew / Fujifilm While all brands tend to put quite a few letters in lens names, Fujifilm is among the worst offenders (though still not as bad as Tamron). Its Fujinon lenses tend to read a bit like alphabet soup, with letters coming before and after the focal length and aperture information. dpreview.com »
Image: Nikon While Nikon lens names may not be the most complicated out there (that award probably goes to Tamron), they still aren't short of letters and abbreviations. And while its mirrorless lenses feature more streamlined lens names than its DSLRs, the company still uses plenty of acronyms and proprietary terms in its lens descriptions. dpreview.com »
Image: Tamron If you've ever taken a look at Tamron lenses, you've likely noticed a surprisingly long string of numbers and letters in the product name. Reading "Tamron 18-300mm F/3. 5-6. dpreview.com »
Image: Meike Meike, a Hong Kong-based manufacturer specializing in budget cinema and photography equipment, has removed L-mount lenses from its website. The move, spotted by a DPReview reader, has sparked questions about the company's intentions to continue supporting the mount. dpreview.com »
Photo: Richard Butler Many cameras, especially entry-level models, most often come as a kit with a lens. Appropriately referred to as 'kit' lenses, they are typically 'standard zooms' offering a range from fairly wide angle to moderate telephoto (such as 18-55mm on APS-C cameras). dpreview.com »
Zeiss Loxia lenses have been officially discontinued according to a public notice published by Kenko Tokina and confirmed to PetaPixel by Zeiss. [Read More] petapixel.com »
It’s official: The Zeiss Loxia lens production has been discontinued. And as a side note, this is an info published by Kenko Tokina as they were the producers of those lenses. The more high end Milvus and Otus lenses are produced by Cosina. sonyalpharumors.com »
The a9 III is now extremely expensive in the US. Image: Sony Sony has once again increased the prices of many of its imaging products in the US. This follows an increase in US prices across most of its lineup in May and July due to tariffs. dpreview.com »
This runs today only at BHphoto (Click here). They are fast reliable SD cards for an extremely low price! E-mount camera and lens deals: Save big on Sony cameras/lenses at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama. sonyalpharumors.com »
Nikon is actively developing dedicated Nikkor cinema lenses, the company tells PetaPixel. While it may take a bit of time before they officially launch, the company confirms that it has identified optics that the cinema industry needs, and it will deliver them. [Read More] petapixel.com »
If you want Leica quality on your E-mount camera you can get those super affordable (LOL) new Leitz Cine lenses at BHphoto (Click here). These are vintage inspired compact Cine Full Frame lenses. sonyalpharumors.com »
The chinese manufacturers never sleep! Within the next week we will get: VIltrox 56mm f/1. 2 APS-C E-mount lens SG-image 85mm f/1. 8 FE lens Both obviously autofocus lenses! No pricing info available yet… The post New lenses coming end of August: Viltrox 56mm f/1. sonyalpharumors.com »
Save big on these items sold at BHphoto’s Dealzone (Click here). More E-mount deals: Save big on Sony cameras/lenses at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama. Save big on Sigma lenses at BHphoto, Amazon. sonyalpharumors.com »
Samyang recently unveiled these two new lightweight FE lenses. Here are two reviews to read if you are considering purchasing them: Samyang 85mm f/1. 8 at BHphoto. Samyang 16mm f/2. 8 at BHphoto, Samyang 16mm review at SonyAlphaBlog. sonyalpharumors.com »
7Artisans announced two new Full Frame lenses: 14mm f/2.8 at Amazon, BHphoto, 7Artisan store. 75mm f/1.4 at Amazon, BHphoto, 7Artisan store. The post New 7Artisans 14mm f/2.8 and 75mm f/1.4 FE lenses first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »
Sirui, makers of excellent photographic lenses, unveiled the IronStar series of anamorphic cinema lenses for full-frame cameras. The trio of lenses all feature fast T1. petapixel.com »
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Newly published Tamron patents do disclose the design of some rather unique zoom lenses like the: 40-500mm f/4. 5-8. 2 50-600mm f/4. 5-8. 2 These would be some massive big lenses! – via Asobinet The post New Tamron patent discloses the design of the “40-500mm f/4. sonyalpharumors.com »
For just one more day, KEH has nearly 3,000 pieces of overstock photography gear on sale, including cameras, lenses, tripods, and more. Here are some of the best deals for frugal photographers. [Read More] petapixel.com »
If you have a Sony E-mount camera body, the world is your oyster when it comes to lens selection. If you have a camera in Nikon Z-mount, you'd better like Tamron and Nikon glass. petapixel.com »
A new update gives the iPhone camera app, Pearla, advanced audio controls for video recording, new recording formats, and powerful new tools designed for both photo and video workflows. [Read More] petapixel.com »
It didn't take long for Nikon to release a new firmware update for its full-frame Z8 mirrorless camera, fixing compatibility issues with third-party lenses introduced by firmware 3.00. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Changing lenses outside can feel like a risky endeavor. After all, during the swap, your camera's interior will be exposed to the elements, potentially allowing dust, dirt or moisture to land on your sensor. dpreview.com »
Samyang introduced two new E-mount lenses. Here is their press text: AF 16mm F2. 8 P FE (product page here) LK SAMYANG introduces the AF 16mm F2. 8 P FE prime lens, part of the Prima Series and designed as “Your First Lens. sonyalpharumors.com »
You'd probably think that any lens with a fast aperture is great for night photography, right? Well, you're not wrong. Some lenses are objectively better than others if you don't plan on bringing a tripod with you. thephoblographer.com »
This article isn't going to get into the question of why someone owning a Nikon Z camera would want to use a Sony E-mount lens. Nor is it going to discuss which of the two brands has better autofocus modes or lens performance. thephoblographer.com »
The two lenses got the biggest price hike of all Sony gear. You now pay $700 more than before: 600mm GM for $13698 at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama 400mm GM for $12698 at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama The post Curiosity: You now pay $700 more on the 400 and 600mm GM lenses first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »
Tamron is one of the few third-party lens makers that have a positive response in the market. There are many photographers from varied genres who prefer using their lenses over others, thanks to the company's pricing and the performance of the lenses. thephoblographer.com »
Many photographers prefer a smaller set-up. That's because it allows them to travel light, be inconspicuous, as well as you don't compromise on quality. In fact, for many street and documentary photographers, pancake lenses are perfect for a point-and-shoot set-up, which can make shooting quite an exciting experience. thephoblographer.com »
Panasonic is an exceptional choice for many hybrid photographers. The cameras not only provide exceptional image quality but also offer LUTs, which give your images a cinematic appearance. While the sensors are quite exceptional, you also need lenses that can do justice to the company's features. thephoblographer.com »
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Family photography is part magic, part chaos, and entirely heartfelt. From tearful toddlers to proud grandparents, capturing those unscripted, golden moments requires gear that’s fast, flattering, and foolproof. canonrumors.com »
So you’ve got the Canon EOS R3 sitting pretty in your bag — the camera that practically reads your mind when you’re tracking a flying falcon or a toddler on a sugar rush. But even the R3, glorious as it is, won’t strut its full potential without lenses that match its firepower. canonrumors.com »
Autofocus (AF) is one of the most significant advancements in the history of photography. From the first autofocus camera -- the Konica C35 AF in 1977 -- to the first true autofocus ILC, the Minolta Maxxum 7000. petapixel.com »
When one thinks of Fujifilm, they always boast of its vibrant colors, retro build, and compactness. But the device does much more than this. The X series is not just stylish, but also is the perfect camera for capturing big and small moments. thephoblographer.com »
Images: Viltrox and Tamron Nikon users looking to update their camera's firmware should first remove any third-party lenses, according to warnings from Viltrox and Nikon. Failing to do so could cause issues with lens functionality. dpreview.com »
The Nikon Z8's feature-packed firmware update 3.0 is now available, but photographers with Tamron Z-mount lenses may want to hold off on the update, as Tamron has confirmed that the new firmware update negatively affects the performance of at least some of its lenses. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Panasonic has some exceptional telephoto lenses for wildlife and bird photographers. Lenses such as 70-200mm f2. 8, 100-400mm f4-6. 3 II, and 70-300mm f4. 5-5. 6 are some offerings that are helpful to many. thephoblographer.com »
Samyang just posted the following teaser text on Instagram: Prima Series from LK Samyang. Portable. Practical. Perfect for creators. Easier to carry, more enjoyable to shoot. I have no info about possible lens specs yet… The post Samyang is soon launching new “prima” lenses! first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »
LUMIX S lenses are pretty unique overall in the field of photography. The brand makes affordable lenses with pretty high end features that other manufacturers would charge so much more for. We're talking about super fast autofocus motors, solid image quality, weather resistance, and an overall very uniform size. thephoblographer.com »
I know you probably think that this is a clickbait title, but trust me -- it's not. I've always hated the idea of zooming with my feet -- which is the statement that so many photographers say and is outdated these days. thephoblographer.com »
the design of the 50-500mm lens Tamron is busy patenting the design of new superzooms: 28-400mm f/3. 5-6. 3 50-500mm f/4. 5-8. 0 100-400mm f/5. . 6-8. 0 (inner zoom) Those are all Full Frame lenses said to be focusing on keeping weight and size down. sonyalpharumors.com »
Everyone loves to talk about prime lenses. And even we'll admit, we love how simple they make things. But we can also admit at the same time to how they creatively limit a photographer. You know the whole thing about zooming with your feet? Well, we also think that you should compose or crop with your lens. thephoblographer.com »
Canon has a variety of exceptional lenses in its massive portfolio. In fact, some of its telephoto lenses continue to be favourites of many photographers. For instance, Canon 100-400mm L IS II, the 300mm f2. thephoblographer.com »
Sigma's evolution has been quite exciting to see. There was a point when third-party lenses were looked down upon by many photographers, but over the years, the quality, price, and performance have put third-party, particularly Sigma lenses, back on the map. thephoblographer.com »
Experienced photographers love prime lenses for so many reasons. First off, there's the whole obsession that many have with nice looking bokeh. But then there's also the fact that they can make photography so easy. thephoblographer.com »
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