Gpixel’s New 43-Megapixel APS Sensor Can Shoot 8K 60p Video
Chinese company Gpixel has expanded its CMOS sensor portfolio with a new 43-megapixel APS-style image sensor capable of recording 8K video at up to 60 frames per second.
Pergear’s $199 60mm f/2.8 II Full-Frame Ultra Macro Comes in 6 Mounts
Pergear has released a second-generation version of its 60mm f/2.8 macro lens that expands it to full-frame support while maintaining 2x macro reproduction.
Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 Review: Great Things Do Come in Small Packages
A 12mm full-frame equivalent lens isn't my idea of a versatile do-everything piece of kit, but Fujifilm really needs something like this to supplement the very expensive -- and heavy -- XR 8-16mm f/2.8 zoom. That is a great lens, but it's beyond many people's needs and budgets. Enter the Fujifilm 8mm f/3.5 prime.
Yongnuo Has a New 50mm f/1.8 Autofocus Lens for Fujifilm X-Mount
Yongnuo has announced a new and affordable YN50mm f/1.8X DSM Pro lens for Fujifilm X-mount. In addition to supporting autofocus, the lens integrates a small OLED display, similar to what Viltrox used on its recent 16mm f/1.8 lens.
AstrHori 18mm f/8 Probe Lens Review: Confusing Name, Confusing Results
Venus Optics had a big hit with the original Laowa 24mm f/14 probe lens. What first garnered snickers and jokes, proved to be a unique video lens and the peri-probe lens with a 90-degree rotating end soon followed. Now Laowa has some serious competition from a company with a name I struggle to pronounce.
Nikon’s 24mm f/1.7 Brings Big Bokeh to APS-C Z-Mount
Nikon has announced the Nikkor DX 24mm f/1.7 lens, a fast aperture, compact prime for its Z-mount APS-C cameras that promises to bring bokeh to the DX format for $280.
AstrHori Adds New 18mm f/8 2x Macro Probe Lens for APS-C Cameras
Following up on its 28mm f/13 macro probe lens from 2022, AstrHori has announced a new 18mm f/8 2x Macro Probe Lens designed for APS-C cameras and available in Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Canon EF, and Micro Four Thirds.
Fujifilm’s $799 8mm f/3.5 R WR is Its Widest XF Prime Lens
In addition to the new X-S20 mirrorless camera, Fujifilm has expanded its X Series lens lineup with the new XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR ultra-wide angle prime lens.
The Canon EOS R100 is a True Replacement for the Rebel and EOS M
Canon has announced the EOS R100, a compact APS-C mirrorless camera that is designed to appeal to first-time photographers or those who currently enjoy its Rebel DSLRs or EOS M cameras but want to move to the RF mount.
Tokina 11-18mm f/2.8 ATX-M Review: Strong Optics, Delicate Lens
Wide-angle zoom lenses with fast apertures are few and far between when it comes to Sony APS-C cameras. The Tokina 11-18mm f/2.8 ATX-M takes its shot in this overlooked class.
Tamron’s 11-20mm f/2.8 is a New Fast, Wide-Angle Zoom for Fujifilm Cameras
The 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD lens for Fujifilm APS-C cameras that Tamron announced that it was developing last February is finally coming to market at the end of May for $829.
Nikon Zfc Review: Lots of Style But Lacking in Substance
The Nikon Zfc is a crop sensor mirrorless digital camera designed to replicate the classic Nikon FM2 Film camera, often considered one of the best 35mm film cameras of all time. While the system looks amazing and definitely brings a huge hit of nostalgia, does it live up to that legacy?
Meike’s 85mm f/1.8 Autofocus Lens is Now Available for Fujifilm and Nikon
Meike has that its autofocus-equipped 85mm f/1.8 lens that it launched last year for Sony E-mount is now available for Fujifilm X and Nikon Z-mount.
Nikon Z30 Review: A Travel Camera That’s More Than Just for Vloggers
The Z30 mirrorless camera is Nikon's third APS-C (DX) system that takes advantage of the Z-mount. While clearly marketed at content creators, vloggers, and social media influencers, the compact system has everything a solo-operating content creator needs to get up and running for video and photo.
Sigma Launches Interchangeable Lenses for Nikon Z Mount Cameras
Sigma is launching support for Nikon Z-mount cameras with three prime lenses that are already available in five other mounts.
Tamron is Developing an 11-20mm f/2.8 Lens for Fujifilm X-Mount
Tamron is developing the 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD (Model B060) for Fujifilm X-mount, which it describes as a lightweight and wide-angle zoom lens.
The Canon EOS R50 is the Spiritual Successor to the APS-C EOS M
Canon has announced the Canon EOS R50, a compact and light camera that effectively replaces the EOS M50 II and marks the transition of the series to RF.
7Artisans Introduces a 18mm f/6.3 II Cap Lens for APS-C Cameras
7Artisans has announced an extremely affordable 18mm f/6.3 II ultra-thin cap lens, which makes major changes from the company's original version.
How the Fujifilm XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 Lens is Made
A recent factory tour reveals some of the steps that Fujifilm takes to hand-assemble its huge XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR lens.
The APS-C Pancake is the Single Most Important Mirrorless Lens
Nikon's recent development announcement for a 26mm f/2.8 lens sent chills down my spine, exacerbated by its diminutive proportions. While maybe not the most important lens in their lineup, is any mirrorless system complete without one?
The 7artisans 7.5mm f/3.5 is a New Fisheye Lens for Canon EF-Mount
7artisans has announced a new all-metal, fully manual 7.5mm f/3.5 fisheye lens for Canon EF-mount APS-C DSLRs.
Meike Introduces a 25mm f/0.95 Lens for APS-C Cameras
Meike has announced a new 25mm f/0.95 manual focus lens for multiple APS-C camera mounts. The $370 optic is currently available for Sony E mount, with the promise of Fujifilm X, Canon EOS M and RF, and Micro Four Thirds coming next month.
TTArtisan Introduces a $200 35mm f/0.95 for APS-C Cameras
TTArtisan recently announced a new standard-length prime lens for Sony, Fujifilm, Nikon, Canon, and Leica APS-C cameras: the 35mm f/0.95.
Sigma’s New 18-50mm f/2.8 Lens for Fujifilm X Mount is Super Small
Sigma has announced the 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary for Fujifilm X Mount mirrorless cameras, promising it to be high-performance, high-quality, and compact.
Ricoh’s New Pentax KF DSLR is a Largely Unchanged K-70 Re-Release
Ricoh has announced the Pentax KF DSLR, a camera that is, outside of a few minor changes, pretty much identical to the Pentax K-70 that was originally released in 2016.
Hands-On with the Fujifilm X-T5: The Smaller Size is the Best New Feature
At a media event in New York City last week, I spent several hours with the new Fujifilm X-T5, and I came away with some interesting first impressions. The camera is a lot better, but not necessarily because of the specs.
Fujifilm X-T5: 40.2MP, 6.2K Video, and Better Autofocus in a Smaller Body
Fujifilm has announced the X-T5 camera which utilizes the company’s fifth-generation 40.2-megapixel X-Trans CMOS HR sensor in a body that the company says is smaller than each of the three previous X-T cameras.
Fujifilm’s New 30mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Can Get Up Close and Personal
Fujifilm has announced a new 30mm f/2.8 Macro lens that features a 1:1 magnification ratio and a close focusing distance of just 3.94 inches (10 centimeters) from the sensor.
Meike Has a New Super-Fast 35mm f/0.95 APS-C Lens
Meike has announced a new 35mm f/0.95 large aperture lens for six different camera mounts: five APS-C and Micro Four Thirds. While fully manual, it boasts solid image quality and a relatively affordable price.
Sony’s Camera Messaging is Often Confusing, Cluttered, and Inconsistent
Last week, Sony announced a new camera, and looking at the marketing videos the company produced contrasted against the target user I was told it was for, I found myself quite confused.