The Japanese manufacturers are sure to say that Chinese lenses are just rip-offs of Japanese lenses. But that's not always the case. However, still, Chinese lenses still end up being more affordable than their Japanese counterparts.
But are they really just rip-offs of one another and is that statement really true at all?. thephoblographer.com
Photographers who shoot with Sony cameras are certainly spoiled for choice when it comes to lenses. There are tons of E mount primes that range from ultra-wide to telephoto. These lenses vary in price from incredibly affordable to I think I need to sit down. thephoblographer.com »
2021-01-19 20:00
When it comes to lenses for astrophotography on the Fujifilm X platform, photographers are somewhat spoiled for choice. There are a number of prime lenses that are more than suitable for capturing the Milky Way or other deep sky objects, and the beauty is that there are lenses that will fit all budgets. thephoblographer.com »
2020-06-18 01:00
Sony's E mount has come on in leaps and bounds over the last few years, and now, there are lenses for just about every genre of photography on the platform. While lenses for Sony's Full-Frame cameras are in abundance, lenses specifically for Sony APS-C cameras are a little harder to come by. thephoblographer.com »
2020-06-15 07:00
Notoriously reliable site Nokishita has posted a list of six lenses and two teleconverters that Canon is planning to release in 2020. All of them are RF-mount lenses, some are exciting, and some of them are quite strange… like the 600mm f/11 and 800mm f/11 super-telephoto primes. First things first, here is the full list: […] petapixel.com »
2020-06-09 19:06
APS-C cameras are excellent overall, and they are loved by many for good reason. The extra reach due to the crop factor comes in handy for nature and sports photographers, and their smaller size makes them easier to carry around. thephoblographer.com »
2019-05-07 01:00
Fujifilm make some truly wonderful cameras, and to go along with them there are some Fujifilm X Mount lenses that are just as stunning. The best part is that many of these lenses are incredibly affordable. thephoblographer.com »
2019-04-26 01:00
When you start out as a photographer, you probably go straight for the kit lens or small, fast aperture lenses like a 50mm f1. 8 or so. There are reasons why some lenses are called te Nifty 50--and it's because they're nifty, at 50mms, can let in a lot of light, and can help a photographer grow for many years as they become better. thephoblographer.com »
2019-04-24 13:00
Concert photography is one of the more exciting genres that we can participate in. Not many things are better than hearing the music of our favorite bands, and getting to take pictures at the same time. thephoblographer.com »
2019-04-15 16:00
Fujifilm cameras are fantastic to use for landscapes, cityscapes, and astrophotography. Their small size means you can take them just about anywhere without having to worry about weight, the sensors are capable of capturing tremendous details, the colors they produce are gorgeous, and the fast, wide angle lenses that you can pair with the camera bodies are simply outstanding. thephoblographer.com »
2019-04-12 13:00
Yamagata: a long way from Osaka Left to Right; Kiyokazu Ishiyama, Kuniko Katagiri, Kimihiro Wakamizu, Toshiaki Takano and Takemi Oketa The city of Tend. But this quiet spot, hemmed-in by the Iide, It makes other things, too, but we visited because it's responsible for lens units for compact cameras, interchangeable lenses, and lens elements for both Panasonic and other (un-named) customers. dpreview.com »
2019-04-08 15:00
There are a plethora of Sony E Mount Lenses available to Alpha shooters, and honestly it can be a little hard to sort through all of the offerings; sometimes this can lead to fantastic lenses falling through the cracks. thephoblographer.com »
2019-04-06 01:00
Buying new camera lenses is a big deal. New camera lenses aren't cheap, and no matter how much research you do, or how many reviews you read or watch online, handing over your hard earned money can be tough. thephoblographer.com »
2019-03-27 22:00
Canon EOS R and EOS RP users rejoice! We have some good news for you. Today Rokinon announced that they will be releasing two lenses with Canon's new RF Mount; a 14mm f2. 8, and a 85mm f1. 4. Given that there are really very few lenses for the platform right now, we are sure that this will bring a smile to your face. thephoblographer.com »
2019-03-27 02:14
The 24-70mm focal range is loved by thousands upon thousand of photographers around the globe for good reason. 24-70mm lenses (both f2. 8 and f4 versions) are perhaps the most popular zoom lenses around thanks to their versatility, and their outstanding overall performance. thephoblographer.com »
2019-03-09 08:00
We reported back in January that Canon was going to release PL-mount versions of its CN-E prime lenses. We’re now being told that the new Read more... canonrumors.com »
2019-03-05 15:11
If you're on the lookout for some bargains, look no further. The photography deals listed in this edition of Cheap Photo are some of the best around. We have found great deals on cameras, lenses, accessories, and software. thephoblographer.com »
2019-02-23 02:00
There are a few lenses that honestly surprise us and cause us here at the Phoblographer to provide manufacturers with applaud for trying something so incredibly different. While lenses are said and meant to be pretty small as much as possible, some lenses are absolute monsters. thephoblographer.com »
2019-02-18 08:00
Ah tax season is here! Put those tax refunds to good use and treat yourself to some new gear. We have found some amazing photography deals for you. Right now you can pick up the Full Frame Sony A7 II for just $998! That's a $400 discount. thephoblographer.com »
2019-02-06 02:00
If you were lucky enough to get your hands on a new camera over the holiday period, congratulations. Chances are your new camera came with some kit lenses. While kit lenses are much better today than they were in the past, your still going to want to upgrade to better lenses as soon as you can. thephoblographer.com »
2019-01-13 08:00
If you were lucky enough to get your hands on a new camera over the holiday period, congratulations. Chances are your new camera came with some kit lenses. While kit lenses are much better today than they were in the past, your still going to want to upgrade to better lenses as soon as you can. thephoblographer.com »
2019-01-13 08:00
Read any magazine, or watch any YouTube video and no doubt you'll see that lenses attached to the cameras in the videos and articles are all pricey affairs. This can lead one to believe that in order to make quality images you must have the most expensive glass available. thephoblographer.com »
2019-01-11 08:00
Weather sealed lenses are a thing of beauty. When these weather loving lenses are paired with a solid weather sealed camera, there's really nothing stopping a photographer from going out to be creative. thephoblographer.com »
2018-12-22 02:00
If you're a Sony shooter and are on the hunt for great quality wide angle lenses that won't scare your wallet, but will produce excellent results you're in luck. As photographers we are really fortunate that there are so many options on the market when it comes to lenses. thephoblographer.com »
2018-12-12 17:00
Lens manufacturer Voigtlander has announced a pair of new lenses in what it calls its Vintage Line. The Color-Skopar 21mm F3. 5 and Ultron 35mm F2 Aspherical are both designed for M mount cameras, including Voigtlander’s Bessa models as well as Leica’s M rangefinders. dpreview.com »
2018-11-27 21:52
The next in our series of our favorite 35mm and 50mm lenses focuses on Fujifilm and the prime lenses that are on offer in these focal lengths on the Fuji platform. Fujifilm have always made some spectacular lenses, and the primes we will look at today are no exception to that rule. thephoblographer.com »
2018-10-30 01:00
We need to keep our overhead in check while being able to have a decent range of focal lengths in our kit and so professional f2. 8 zoom lenses are an essential for working photographers. In addition to that, we're wanting lenses that gather a lot of light and are sharp. thephoblographer.com »
2018-07-25 22:00
In portraiture, it is common for people to think of longer focal lengths, such as an 85mm or 135mm. But the reality is that these days many portraits and hybrid photographer are choosing wider focal lengths for their portraits, focal lengths such as 50mm and 35mm. thephoblographer.com »
2018-07-16 07:00
The first Sigma FE lenses are finally shipping out to their customers. And here are the first owners reviews and unboxing videos: New Sigma FE lenses: All lenses listed on one page at BHphoto (Click here). sonyalpharumors.com »
2018-06-14 22:27
The 24-70mm F2. 8 lens is a stalwart of wedding, portrait, and event photographers everywhere. Chances are if you like the convenience of zoom lenses you are going to be interested in adding a quality 24-70mm lens into your kit if you don’t have one already. thephoblographer.com »
2018-06-07 13:00
The 24-70mm F2. 8 lens is a stalwart of wedding, portrait, and event photographers everywhere. Chances are if you like the convenience of zoom lenses you are going to be interested in adding a quality 24-70mm lens into your kit if you don’t have one already. thephoblographer.com »
2018-06-07 13:00
Oh Canon, what are you doing? Today, the company is announcing that they're making changes to both of their 70-200mm lenses. The more common changes amongst both are that they're getting a newer white exterior to fully match the other telephoto L lenses in their lineup. thephoblographer.com »
2018-06-07 07:00
With a few exceptions, like Moment or Zeiss products, accessory lenses for smartphones tend to be rather cheap and more often than not, produce low quality images. For those photographers who don't mind spending a bit more on high-quality accessory lenses, there is now a new alternative: German brand Lemuro has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund mass production of its line of iPhone accessory lenses. dpreview.com »
2018-06-01 21:56
Dpreview interviewed four Tamron managers. Most of the talk was about their new 28-75mm f/2. 8 FE lens. Here are some of the key info: 1) It took one year to develop the lens 2) With the Sony Alpha 7 series, the bodies are compact, but the lenses are relatively big. sonyalpharumors.com »
2018-03-27 18:22
There is one truth to photography that goes back about as long as the art form has been around, and that is that the image is only as good as the glass that was used to create it (well, to a point at least). thephoblographer.com »
2018-03-02 08:00
According to BHphoto the new Sony 400mm lens will ship in September 2018 In 2018 we will get a ton of new lenses! Here is the full roundup of what we will get and what we can hope to get: These are the lenses we are 100% sure will be released in 2018: Sony 400mm […] The post The lenses we know are coming in 2018 and the lenses we might see coming appeared first on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »
2018-01-04 17:27
It has been a while now since 7Artisans announce their new 12mm F2.8 and 35mm F1.2 prime lenses for APS-C mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. That was back in November and there was some question about when these lenses would finally be available for purchase, and well – that day has come. thephoblographer.com »
2017-12-30 01:24
Calling all landscape photographers! Are you interested in expanding your kits but want to do so on the cheap? Well you're in luck, not only because landscape lenses are already somewhat affordable, but because today we are going to share our picks for 10 landscape lenses that you can get your hands on for under $600! thephoblographer.com »
2017-12-10 08:00
Update: we've discussed this story with Nikon USA, which says it recommends the use of any of its 'Gold Ring' series lenses with the D850, not just the eleven set out in SLR Lounge's original list. dpreview.com »
2017-10-11 22:50
Update: we've discussed this story with Nikon USA, which says it recommends the use of any of its 'Gold Ring' series lenses with the D850, not just the eleven set out in SLR Lounge's original list. dpreview.com »
2017-10-11 22:50
That’s a great question and we are only getting very vague answers from people that know what’s coming. We’re told that the 3 lenses shown in the certification documents are going to be a “series”. canonrumors.com »
2017-07-20 20:05
Concert photography has a wide range of participants, from the casual fan in the crowd to the full time professional in the pit. But they also have a range of venues, from outdoor amphitheaters to downtown dive bars. thephoblographer.com »
2017-06-07 22:03
Sony A9 at BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon, BestBuy. FocusCamera. Calumet. de. Park UK. Wex UK. Jessops. Cameta interviewed a Sony manager and here are a few news: 1) First he confirmed that they are working on new telephoto lenses 2) More weather resistant than the current A7 series cameras (you can shoot with the A9 in the rain) […] The post Sony marketing guy says telephoto lenses are in the works. sonyalpharumors.com »
2017-05-04 13:40
Today, Lomography is announcing a brand new series of unconventional lenses designed for Canon and Nikon DSLR cameras; they're called the Lomography Neptune Convertible Art Lenses. They're a curious and extremely different system based on an older camera and lens system--which is right in line with what Lomography tends to do. thephoblographer.com »
2017-05-04 12:01
Today, Fujifilm is announcing brand new additions to the G format lineup of lenses. These lenses are designed for medium format cameras such as the GFX 50s. The new lenses are the 110mm f2 R LM WR and the 23mm f4 R LM WR. thephoblographer.com »
2017-04-19 08:03
Leica has announced a new range of cinema lenses that is aimed at photographers looking for a classic vintage look and exceptional bokeh. There will be nine focal lengths in the Thalia series that almost mirror the focal lengths the company offers its S medium format customers, but this new range is designed to cover a wider picture area to suit users of the Alexa 65, the VistaVison and Super 35mm formats. dpreview.com »
2017-03-30 21:33
From left to right, Mr. Hayakawa, Mr Okada and Mr Izuki, the three men in charge of development and keeping things running smoothly at Canon's Utsunomiya lens plant. Following the CP+ 2017 show in Japan, we headed to Canon's Utsunomiya lens factory to take a tour (see what we found) and interview the gentlemen who oversee all operations and development. dpreview.com »
2017-03-20 17:00
Are you just getting into the micro four thirds ecosystem? Curious about what the best lenses out there are for your Panasonic GH4 or Olympus OM-D E-M1? Well you are in the right place as today we are taking a look at the best lenses for street, portraits, landscapes, action, weddings and more! thephoblographer.com »
2017-03-17 10:02
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2017-02-22 08:00
The Big BHphoto specials (Click here) are ending today at midnight. This includes the deal on two Rokinon lenses: $200 on the Rokinon 14mm f/2. 8 FE autofocus lens sold at BHphoto. $100 on the Rokinon 21mm f/1. sonyalpharumors.com »
2016-12-29 00:53