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  • Nikon Z5II camera announced with several new features
    by PR admin on 3 April 2025 at 06:08

    The previously rumored Nikon Z5II camera is now officially announced with several new features: Additional information Press release Pre-orders: US: B&H Photo UK: WEX Photo DE: Foto Erhardt CA: Camera Canada Nikon Z5II camera officially announced Nikon’s N-RAW video format will be […]

  • How will the new Trump tariffs impact the camera and lens imports to the US?
    by PR admin on 3 April 2025 at 01:52

    I am not an expert in economics, and I am not interested in a political discussion here, so I simply asked AI, "How will the new Trump tariffs impact the camera and lens imports to the US?". Here is the AI answer: The new Trump tariffs, as of April 2, 2025, will likely have a The post How will the […]

  • 7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.4 lens for Fuji X-mount announced, white 7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 E lens coming next
    by PR admin on 3 April 2025 at 01:18

    The previously reported 7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.4 XF lens for Fuji X-mount is now officially announced. Orders are open at: B&H Photo 7Artisans 7Artisans will also soon release a white version of their AF 50mm f/1.8 E lens:   Additional information on the new 7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.4 XF lens for […]

  • Brightin Star is teasing a new lens
    by PR admin on 3 April 2025 at 00:48

    Brightin Star is teasing a new lens announcement on April 9th: Check their Amazon store and Brightin Star website for updates. New lenses coming from Brightin Star, Yongnuo, and Viltrox The post Brightin Star is teasing a new lens appeared first on Photo Rumors. Related posts: Brightin Star […]

  • More discontinued products from Leica, Canon, and Sony
    by PR admin on 2 April 2025 at 23:39

    Here are the latest discontinued products from Leica, Canon, and Sony: The Leica Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH lens is listed as discontinued in Japan Canon IXY 650 Discontinued Overseas Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary For Canon EF Discontinued Sony HVL-F60RM2 Discontinued Overseas […]

  • Viltrox AF 50mm f/2 AIR lens (Z/E) released with intro price of $183
    by PR admin on 2 April 2025 at 15:39

    Viltrox has just released the previously reported 50mm f/2 full-frame autofocus AIR lens for E and Z-mount. Pre-orders are now open (reg. price is at $199, intro price is $183 only at Amazon and Viltrox): Amazon (on sale for $183) B&H Photo (coming soon) Foto Erhardt Pegear Viltrox (on sale for […]

  • Venus Optics to reveal the world’s widest Laowa probe full-frame zoom lenses at the NAB show next week
    by PR admin on 2 April 2025 at 05:01

    Venus Optics will announce the world's widest Laowa probe full-frame zoom lenses at the NAB show next week. Two different versions will be introduced: 15-24mm T8 and 15-35mm T12 with 3 different interchangeable barrels: Direct View, 35-Degree View & Periscope View (previously reported here). […]

  • Coming soon: new Songraw 50mm f/1.2 full-frame AF lens
    by PR admin on 2 April 2025 at 04:30

    A new lens manufacturer from China called Songraw will soon announce a 50mm f/1.2 full-frame AF lens for Sony E and Nikon Z-mount priced at around $860: The post Coming soon: new Songraw 50mm f/1.2 full-frame AF lens appeared first on Photo Rumors. Related posts: Thypoch Eureka 50mm f/2 lens […]

  • The real news for April 1st
    by PR admin on 1 April 2025 at 20:45

    Nikon introduces “Nikzon”, an advanced hemorrhoidal cream, marking a strategic expansion into pharmaceutical relief solutions Canon Goes Retro With The Canon AE-1 Digital Exclusive! Sony Goes Medium Format With The Sony R1 Meet The Fujifilm GFX200RF The post The real news for April 1st appeared […]

  • Hasselblad-looking Minolta camera
    by PR admin on 1 April 2025 at 06:13

    The rumored Hasselblad X2D II has already been registered with the FCC, and we have already seen the leaked picture of the camera's top plate. What we have not seen is this $140 Hasselblad-looking Minolta camera courtesy of Amazon and Adorama: Leaked: new Hasselblad X2D II medium format camera […]

  • Topaz Photo AI v3.6.0 released: refocus blurry photos 500% faster
    by PR admin on 31 March 2025 at 22:48

    Topaz Labs released Photo AI version 3.6.0 with support for "Super Focus v2", which can refocus blurry photos 500% faster. Here are the details: Super Focus v2: A second-generation of Super Focus and now our most powerful sharpening and focus recovery model EVER. Powered by the same architecture as […]

  • The latest Nikon Z5II camera rumors
    by PR admin on 31 March 2025 at 22:12

    Here are the latest Nikon Z5II camera rumors: No top display Size and weight are almost identical to the current  Nikon Z5 (see specs) 14 fps RAW, 30 fps JPEG shooting Dual SD card slots Pixel shift Selfie mode Internal N-RAW 12-bit video: uncropped 4K at 30 fps, DX crop 4K at 60 fps in 10-bit […]

  • What’s next?
    by PR admin on 31 March 2025 at 19:30

    Here is a list of some of the upcoming/rumored cameras and lenses: Cameras Canon retro camera Hasselblad X2DII camera Leica M11-V Ricoh GR IV + Ricoh GR Mono Pentax K-3 III replacement Panasonic fixed-lens camera Fujifilm half-frame digital compact camera Yashica City 300 camera OM SYSTEM PEN […]

  • What else is new?
    by PR admin on 31 March 2025 at 16:09

    Rumored Nikon Z5II camera specifications Rumors: the upcoming Nikon Z5II camera will have a dedicated Picture Control button on top plate Opinion: a new compact fixed-lens camera from Nikon would be a nice surprise Nikon filed for a “Z Cinema” trademark – is that the end of the RED brand? […]

  • Compact fixed-lens cameras are becoming more popular, while interchangeable-lens cameras are starting to lose their popularity
    by PR admin on 31 March 2025 at 00:26

    BCN Ranking is making the case that compact fixed-lens cameras are becoming more popular, while interchangeable-lens cameras are starting to lose their popularity: "Interchangeable lens cameras are starting to run out of steam. Sales have been declining year-on-year since last summer. […]

  • Updates on the latest Kickstarter photography projects
    by PR admin on 30 March 2025 at 22:55

    Peak Design launched a new Roller Pro carry-on luggage on Kickstarter and raised almost $10 million! The funding for the Sirui AF 20mm T1.8 1.33x S35 Anamorphic Lens (E, X, Z, L, MFT) is ending soon. DualView2 dual-screen camera: 8K | Dual Screens | 90g Ultra-light | 6-Axis Horizon Stabilization | […]

  • New: FieldMade fully customizable vinyl indicator labels for any camera/lens (25% off coupon included)
    by PR admin on 30 March 2025 at 03:44

    FieldMade introduced a new feature where you can customize your indicator labels. Additionally, FieldMade is currently running a Spring Sale until Monday, where you can use the code SPRING25%OFF to get 25% off your entire order. Now available: FieldMade fully customizable vinyl indicator […]

  • New release: SmallRig SP-mini spotlight
    by PR admin on 30 March 2025 at 03:38

    SmallRig announced the SmallRig SP-mini Spotlight - it can transform your SmallRig RC 60B/60C/100B/100C COB lights into powerful storytelling tools: 5x Brighter Beams 10 Custom Gobos 160° Spin Control Ultra-Light Build Under 1kg The post New release: SmallRig SP-mini spotlight appeared first on […]

  • The Yashica City300 compact camera will be released in June 2025
    by PR admin on 30 March 2025 at 03:10

    The Yashica City300 compact camera with a fixed lens will be officially announced in June 2025 (Yashica cameras are sold at Amazon): Yashica is teasing a new City 300 camera The post The Yashica City300 compact camera will be released in June 2025 appeared first on Photo Rumors. Related posts: […]

  • Eclick: a new 3D-printed, open-source, DIY robotic panorama camera head
    by PR admin on 30 March 2025 at 03:00

    Eclíck released a new 3D-printed, open-source, DIY robotic panorama camera head designed for shooting panoramas, gigapixel images, and time lapse sequences: Eclíck DIY, 3D printed robotic panorama head The Eclíck robotic panorama head is a new open-source tool offering photographers and […]