Cameras

The number of autofocus optics from TTArtisan for the APS-C format is growing: the company introduced the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 lens for Fujifilm X, Sony E, and Nikon Z mount.  It has a focal length of 84mm in full frame equivalent and is thus a classic portrait lens. The lens is quite compact and lightweight (~240 g) with a durable aluminum alloy …

Brightin Star has released a new manual focus lens, the 12mm F2 III, for APS-C mirrorless cameras. This lens is available for Canon RF, Nikon Z, Sony E, Fuji XF, and Canon EOS M mounts, as well as for the M4/3 system. This budget lens features an aperture range from F2.0 to F22. It has a filter mounting diameter of …

The 7Artisans continue to produce varied and interesting optics, which are also quite affordable. Following a series of premieres from Viltrox, TTArtisan, 7Artisans Photoelectric Technology also presented its new best Tilt-Shift photography lens – the 7Artisans 50mm F1.4 Tilt-Shift manual lens for mirrorless crop cameras from Sony, Fujifilm, Panasonic, and OM System/Olympus. The Tilt-Shift lens ensures the creation of unique …

The new best action camera for underwater video has been introduced: Insta360 X4. It supports 360-degree video recording in 8K, 5.7K at 60fps, 4K at 100fps, and single-lens mode up to 4K/60fps. This compact action waterproof camera is easy to control and edit. The new X4’s 8K mode offers the highest resolution among Insta360’s 360-degree action cameras, surpassing the X3’s …

Sony has finally announced a fast wide zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The Sony FE 16-25mm F2.8 G is the lightest in its class for full-frame cameras, offers superior performance through an advanced optical design, and features dual autofocus motors. In addition, the lens turned out to be very compact, but at the same time functional. There are three …

DZOFILM has broadened its collection of Super35 2x anamorphic optics with the introduction of three new PAVO 2x models: a 65mm T2.8 Macro, a 135mm T2.5, and a 180mm T2.8. The 65mm lens boasts macro capability, offsetting its slightly higher f-stop number which suggests a reduced light-gathering capability. Meanwhile, the 135mm and 180mm lenses provide extended focal lengths, distinguishing them …

Blackmagic Design has introduced two groundbreaking cinema cameras to the evolving digital cinematography landscape. The new cameras are the Blackmagic Design PYXIS 6K and the Blackmagic Design URSA Cine 12K. These cameras aim to set new benchmarks in cinematic quality and versatility for professional filmmakers and content creators. The Blackmagic Design PYXIS 6K – A Compact Powerhouse The Blackmagic Design …

Venus Optics recently initiated a fundraising campaign on Indiegogo for their innovative Laowa Nanomorph Zoom kit. Following a successful campaign, this product is now ready for pre-order exclusively at B&H Photo. It is a line of Arri anamorphic ultra-wide zoom lenses for cameras with Super35 matrices: Laowa Nanomorph Zoom 28-55mm T2.9 1.5x and 50-100mm T2.9 1.5x. The manufacturing company calls …

Meike officially announced the AF 50mm F1.8 E autofocus lens in the Sony E mount, with the Nikon Z version unveiled in December. According to the manufacturer, the lens incorporates the latest optical technology. This allows it to achieve a large F1.8 aperture while remaining compact and lightweight. Multi-layer coating technology is used on both sides of the lenses to …

Meike has introduced its second autofocus lens, the 55mm F1.4. This compact lens is specifically designed for APS-C sensor mirrorless cameras, supporting Nikon Z, Sony E, and Fujifilm X mounts. The specifications reveal that the lens has a minimum focusing distance of 0.61 meters. The X mount version weighs 288 grams, while the Z mount version is slightly heavier at …