Category: Lenses

Thursday, January 23, 2020

The new Fujifilm X-T200 mirrorless camera offers intuitive touch-screen controls, a new image sensor and processor combination, and beautiful image quality within a compact body.

New features include a newly designed EVF, quick face detection AF, the ability to create 24.2MP stills at 8 FPS, and the option to record 4K UHD video.

The Fuji XT200 will be available as a kit with the XC 15-45mm F3.5-5.6 OIS PZ lens in three colours (Silver, Dark Silver, and Champagne), priced at £749 and available from 27th Feb 2020.

Fujifilm are also introducing the new XC 35mm F2 lens in Black and Silver, priced at £169 and available from 27th Feb 2020.

The new Fujifilm X-T200 mirrorless camera offers intuitive touch-screen controls, a new image sensor and processor combination, and beautiful image quality within a compact body. New features include a newly designed EVF, quick face detection AF, the ability to create 24.2MP stills at 8 FPS, and the option to record…

The Fujifilm GF 45-100mm F4 R LM OIS WR is a new standard zoom lens for the GFX medium format camera system.

The GF 45-100mm F4 R LM OIS WR lens offers an equivalent focal length range of 36-79mm on a smaller 35mm format system, a maximum aperture of F4, 5-axis image stabilisation, near-silent, high speed autofocus motor, and dust- and weather-resistant construction.

The Fujifilm GF 45-100mm F4 R LM OIS WR is priced at £2049 and will be available from 27th February 2020.

The Fujifilm GF 45-100mm F4 R LM OIS WR is a new standard zoom lens for the GFX medium format camera system. The GF 45-100mm F4 R LM OIS WR lens offers an equivalent focal length range of 36-79mm on a smaller 35mm format system, a maximum aperture of F4…

Two new GFX medium format lenses, the Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR and GF 80mm F1.7 R WR, have just been announced.

The GF 30mm F3.5 R WR is a compact wide prime lens for landscapes with a focal length equivalent to 24mm in the 35mm format.

The GF 80mm F1.7 R WR has the widest aperture in the GF lens range and has a focal length equivalent to 63mm in the 35mm film format.

There's no word yet on pricing or availability of the two new GFX lenses.

Two new GFX medium format lenses, the Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR and GF 80mm F1.7 R WR, have just been announced. The GF 30mm F3.5 R WR is a compact wide prime lens for landscapes with a focal length equivalent to 24mm in the 35mm format. The GF…

Friday, January 17, 2020

The Tokina atx-m 85mm F1.8 FE is the first lens in the atx-m series of mirrorless lenses designed to fit Sony E-mount full frame cameras.

Worldwide sales of the Tokina atx-m 85mm f/1.8 FE lens will begin on February 7, 2020,priced at $499.

The Tokina atx-m 85mm F1.8 FE is the first lens in the atx-m series of mirrorless lenses designed to fit Sony E-mount full frame cameras. Worldwide sales of the Tokina atx-m 85mm f/1.8 FE lens will begin on February 7, 2020,priced at $499.

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Weighing 320g (0.7 lbs) and measuring 47mm (1.85 in) in depth, the Hasselblad XCD 45P is the world’s lightest digital medium format autofocus lens on the market today.

The Hasselblad XCD 4/45P will be available in in late January 2020 priced at $1099 / €1199 / £1030.

Weighing 320g (0.7 lbs) and measuring 47mm (1.85 in) in depth, the Hasselblad XCD 45P is the world’s lightest digital medium format autofocus lens on the market today. The Hasselblad XCD 4/45P will be available in in late January 2020 priced at $1099 / €1199 / £1030.

Tuesday, January 7, 2020

The latest in the ever-expanding NIKKOR Z lens lineup, the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 is an indispensable workhorse lens which is great for capturing action and portraits. Equipped with the technological benefits of the Nikon Z mount, a versatile focal range, fast f/2.8 aperture, an impressive 5 stops of built-in optical VR image stabilization and a premium optical design complete with Nikon’s newly developed SR element, this lens gives mirrorless shooters the flexibility to capture astonishing images and videos.

Ideal for sports, wildlife and portrait photographers, the AF-S NIKKOR 120-300mm f/2.8 is a fast telephoto lens that offers sharp image quality across a range of focal lengths, replacing the need to carry multiple lenses.

The AF-S NIKKOR 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR will be available from early spring 2020, priced at £9,499 / $9,499.95.

The NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S will also be available from early spring 2020, priced at £2,399 / $2,599.95.

The latest in the ever-expanding NIKKOR Z lens lineup, the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 is an indispensable workhorse lens which is great for capturing action and portraits. Equipped with the technological benefits of the Nikon Z mount, a versatile focal range, fast f/2.8 aperture, an impressive 5 stops of built-in…

Monday, December 16, 2019

Chinese company SIRUI have just unveiled a new 50mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic lens. Available for pre-order on Indiegogo, the SIRUI 50mm f/1.8 anamorphic lens covers APS-C sensors and comes in Sony E-mount, Fujifilm X-mount and Micro 4/3 mount versions.

The new SIRUI 50mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic lens is priced at $599 with the Early Bird Deal (MSRP €699/ US$699). Estimated shipping time is at the end of February 2020.

Chinese company SIRUI have just unveiled a new 50mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic lens. Available for pre-order on Indiegogo, the SIRUI 50mm f/1.8 anamorphic lens covers APS-C sensors and comes in Sony E-mount, Fujifilm X-mount and Micro 4/3 mount versions. The new SIRUI 50mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic lens is priced at…

Thursday, December 12, 2019

The Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH is a new telephoto lens in Leica's portfolio of extremely fast prime lenses for the M-System.

The Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH. is on sale now priced at $12,995.

The Leica Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH is a new telephoto lens in Leica's portfolio of extremely fast prime lenses for the M-System.The Summilux-M 90 mm f/1.5 ASPH. is on sale now priced at $12,995.

Venus Optics have just anounced that three of their Laowa branded lenses will soon be available in Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts. They are the 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D, 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO and 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro lenses.

Venus Optics have just anounced that three of their Laowa branded lenses will soon be available in Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts. They are the 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D, 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO and 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro lenses.

The Mitakon 85mm f/2.8 1-5X Super Macro is a new Super Macro Lens for full frame cameras. Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony FE, Sony Alpha, Pentax K, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Fuji X mounts will be available.

The Zhongyi Mitakon 85mm f/2.8 1-5X Super Macro Lens is now available to ship and purchase, priced at $499.

The Mitakon 85mm f/2.8 1-5X Super Macro is a new Super Macro Lens for full frame cameras. Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony FE, Sony Alpha, Pentax K, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Fuji X mounts will be available.The Zhongyi Mitakon 85mm f/2.8 1-5X Super Macro Lens is now available to…

Friday, November 15, 2019

The new Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN lens for L-Mount and Sony E-Mount is the second newly-designed “Art zoom” dedicated for mirrorless cameras.

It features best-in-class performance and large-aperture standard zoom lens that offers high resolution throughout the entire zoom range.

The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art will be available in both L-mount and Sony E-mount in early December 2019 priced at £1049.99 / $1099.99.

The new Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN lens for L-Mount and Sony E-Mount is the second newly-designed “Art zoom” dedicated for mirrorless cameras. It features best-in-class performance and large-aperture standard zoom lens that offers high resolution throughout the entire zoom range. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art will be…

Wednesday, November 6, 2019

Panasonic has unveiled two new interchangeable lenses based on the L-Mount system for its LUMIX S Series full frame mirrorless cameras - the LUMIX S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 O.I.S. and LUMIX S PRO 16-35mm F4.

The LUMIX S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 will be available to purchase for RRP £2,599 (€2,949 Ireland) from the beginning of January 2020.

The LUMIX S PRO 16-35mm F4 will be available to purchase for RRP £1,499 (€1,699 Ireland) from end of December 2019.

Panasonic has unveiled two new interchangeable lenses based on the L-Mount system for its LUMIX S Series full frame mirrorless cameras - the LUMIX S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 O.I.S. and LUMIX S PRO 16-35mm F4. The LUMIX S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 will be available to purchase for RRP £2,599 (€2,94…

Friday, October 25, 2019

Samyang have announced the AF 14mm F2.8 RF, their first auto-focus lens for the Canon EOS R mirrorless camera system. This ultra-wide-angle prime lens is comprised of 14 lens elements in 10 groups, with 6 special elements including 3 aspherical, 1 high refraction and 2 extra-low dispersion elements.

The Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 RF lens will be available in November 2019 priced at £629 in the UK.

Samyang have announced the AF 14mm F2.8 RF, their first auto-focus lens for the Canon EOS R mirrorless camera system. This ultra-wide-angle prime lens is comprised of 14 lens elements in 10 groups, with 6 special elements including 3 aspherical, 1 high refraction and 2 extra-low dispersion elements. The Samyang…

Thursday, October 24, 2019

The new Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS is a complementary lens to the RF 85mm F1.2L USM, with a unique DS coating to achieve a softer bokeh look.

With its shallow depth of field capabilities, it’s an ideal choice for capturing portrait shots with smooth backgrounds and drawing attention and focus on the subject.

The Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS will be available from the start of December 2019 priced at £3,249.99 / €3799.99.

The new Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS is a complementary lens to the RF 85mm F1.2L USM, with a unique DS coating to achieve a softer bokeh look. With its shallow depth of field capabilities, it’s an ideal choice for capturing portrait shots with smooth backgrounds and drawing attention…

Completing Canon’s F2.8L trinity series for the mirrorless RF mount, the new RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM is the world's shortest and lightest lens with a focal length of 70-200mm and maximum aperture of f/2.8 for 35mm full-frame cameras.

The Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM will be available from the start of December 2019 priced at £2,699.99 / €3149.99.

Completing Canon’s F2.8L trinity series for the mirrorless RF mount, the new RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM is the world's shortest and lightest lens with a focal length of 70-200mm and maximum aperture of f/2.8 for 35mm full-frame cameras. The Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM will be available from…

Want to see exactly what the new Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR camera looks like in the flesh?

Check out our extensive hands-on gallery of photos of the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR camera.

Want to see exactly what the new Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR camera looks like in the flesh? Check out our extensive hands-on gallery of photos of the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR camera.

Want to see exactly what the new Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM mirrorless camera lens looks like in the flesh?

Check out our extensive hands-on gallery of photos of the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM mirrorless camera lens, including a side-by-side comparison with the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM DSLR lens.

Want to see exactly what the new Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM mirrorless camera lens looks like in the flesh? Check out our extensive hands-on gallery of photos of the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM mirrorless camera lens, including a side-by-side comparison with the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L…

Want to see exactly what the new Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM DS mirrorless camera lens looks like in the flesh?

Check out our hands-on gallery of photos of the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM DS mirrorless camera lens, including a side-by-side comparison with the outwardly identical non-DS version.

Want to see exactly what the new Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM DS mirrorless camera lens looks like in the flesh? Check out our hands-on gallery of photos of the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM DS mirrorless camera lens, including a side-by-side comparison with the outwardly identical non-DS version…

Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Tamron have announced three new prime lenses for Sony Alpha full-frame mirrorless cameras.

The compact, lightweight Tamron 20mm, 24mm and 35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 lenses all feature a 67mm filter diameter, magnification ratio of 1:2, moisture-resistant construction, and are all the same length (64mm).

The 24mm and 35mm lenses will be available on November 20th 2019 and the 20mm will be available in January 2020. All three lenses will be available in the USA for approximately $349 each and in the UK for £399.

Tamron have announced three new prime lenses for Sony Alpha full-frame mirrorless cameras. The compact, lightweight Tamron 20mm, 24mm and 35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 lenses all feature a 67mm filter diameter, magnification ratio of 1:2, moisture-resistant construction, and are all the same length (64mm). The 24mm and 35mm…

Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Irix has expanded its range of cinematographic lenses with the new full-frame 45mm T1.5, designed for shooting with Ultra HD 8K cinema cameras.

The Irix Cine 45mm T1.5 lens will be available in the four most popular industry mounts: Canon EF, Sony E, Olympus / Panasonic MFT and Arri PL-mount.

Price and availability of the Irix Cine 45mm T1.5 lens will be announced soon.

Irix has expanded its range of cinematographic lenses with the new full-frame 45mm T1.5, designed for shooting with Ultra HD 8K cinema cameras. The Irix Cine 45mm T1.5 lens will be available in the four most popular industry mounts: Canon EF, Sony E, Olympus / Panasonic MFT and Arri PL-mount…