Cameras

Leica, alongside the M11-P, has unveiled the latest iteration of the Leica Summicron-M 28mm f2 ASPH, a wide-angle prime lens. This Leica 28mm f2 2023 version incorporates cutting-edge technology derived from the company’s modern sensor, featuring a reduced minimum focusing distance. Compared to its predecessor, which focused at a minimum distance of 0.7 meters, the new version can focus as …

DJI Osmo Pocket handheld gimbal camera, the Osmo Pocket 3 brings a host of enhancements over its predecessor. The standout feature is the incorporation of a larger 1-inch sensor, a substantial upgrade from the previous 1/1.7-inch sensor. This larger sensor significantly improves image quality, allowing users to capture cinematic videos at a maximum of 4K resolution. Moreover, the maximum frame …

Leica has introduced the M11-P, a groundbreaking mirrorless rangefinder camera that stands as the world’s first to feature Leica Content Credentials, a technology ensuring the absolute authenticity of photos from capture to publication. This innovative feature integrates encrypted metadata, enhancing transparency in image creation and editing. It provides a robust digital signature supported by a CAI-compliant certificate, offering a reliable …

Leica, the renowned German optics manufacturer, has unveiled two cutting-edge lenses for the L-mount system: the Leica Super-Vario-Elmarit-SL 14-24mm f2.8 ASPH and the Leica Super-APO-Summicron-SL 21mm f2 ASPH, catering to both photography and video enthusiasts, including users of devices like the Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K. Leica Super-Vario-Elmarit-SL 14-24mm f2.8 ASPH The initial offering, the Leica 14–24mm F2.8 ASPH lens, is …

After seven years, Leica has introduced the much-anticipated successor to its Sofort camera, unveiling the Sofort 2. This new iteration leaves no stone unturned, incorporating advanced technology and sleek design. Unlike its predecessor, the Sofort 2 captures digital images, allowing users the freedom to decide which photos they want to print after capturing them. The Leica Sofort 2 seamlessly marries …

Venus Optics has unveiled a groundbreaking ultra-wide-angle zoom lens, the Laowa 8-16mm F3.5-5 Zoom CF, tailored for mirrorless cameras featuring Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Canon RF, and Canon EF-M mounts. Specifically engineered for APS-C format sensors, this lens delivers a vast viewing angle ranging from 82.8 to 120.9 degrees. Venus Optics assures precise control over optical distortion and …

Nikon has unveiled the NIKKOR Z 600mm F6.3 VR S Phase Fresnel Lens, redefining the landscape of super telephoto lenses with its remarkable lightweight design, ideal for prolonged handheld usage. Traditionally, long lenses are bulky and cumbersome, but Nikon’s Phase Fresnel lens breaks the mold. Its relatively compact size and reduced weight, at 278mm long and 1390g respectively, are made …

Canon has unveiled the RF 10-20mm f4 L IS STM, a cutting-edge full-frame RF-mount L-series ultra-wide-angle lens tailored for professional photographers and dedicated enthusiasts. Notably, this lens boasts a remarkably lightweight design, weighing in at a mere 570 grams, approximately half the weight of its predecessor, the EF 11-24mm f4 L lens. Canon’s innovative engineering techniques are evident in this …

Tamron Co., Ltd. has unveiled its latest addition to the lineup, the full-frame 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057), a super telephoto zoom lens tailored for the Nikon Z system. Previously introduced for Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts, this lens showcases a meticulously crafted optical design comprising 25 elements arranged in 16 groups. It includes one XLD …

Xingyao Optical has introduced its latest innovation, the manual ultra-fast lens Brightin Star 35mm F0.95, tailored for APS-C cameras with various mounts including Sony E, Fujifilm X, MFT, Nikon Z, and Canon EF-M/RF-S. This lens, equivalent to about 52.5mm focal length, is specifically designed for capturing night scenes and low-light environments. Boasting a remarkable optical structure comprising 12 blade diaphragms …