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One lens that could rule the world

Aug 19, 2024 David Prochnow

So, you’ve been waiting since 1930 for the perfect lens to mount on your threaded flange Leica 1(C) camera. Variously named the Leica screw mount,…



7Artisans releases affordable Sprite 24mm-96mm T2.9 cine zoom

Aug 1, 2024 Alex Baker

Most dedicated cine lenses will set you back an arm and a leg…or three. So it’s great that there are companies out there that are…



Tamron unveils new 28-300mm 10.7x all-in-one zoom lens for Sony cameras

Jul 31, 2024 Alex Baker

Tamron has just launched the new 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD (Model A074) ($899). This 10.7x all-in-one zoom lens is designed specifically for Sony…



AstrHori unveils a new 120mm f/2.8 2x macro lens for mirrorless cameras

Jul 30, 2024 Alex Baker

AstrHori has launched its latest lens, the 120mm f/2.8 Full-Frame 2X MACRO Lens. This new lens supports mounts for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z,…



7Artisans launches low-budget FF 85mm f/1.8 AF lens for Sony E

Jul 23, 2024 John Aldred

7Artisans is expanding its autofocus lens lineup, announcing the new full-frame 85mm f/1.8 AF lens ($299) for Sony E mount cameras. The new lens brings…



All you need to know about lens hoods in under 10 minutes

Jul 11, 2024 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

Do you carry lens hoods on your lenses? I don’t have the habit, but they are much more than just cosmetic. They play a vital…



A Pen e for your thoughts: Get fisheye sight for cheap

Jul 10, 2024 David Prochnow

What do you call a fish with no eyes? Fsh! That little joke was probably making the rounds throughout Olympus Corporation during the development of…



Mitakon launches new 80mm f/1.6 for medium format Fuji and Hasselblad

Jul 8, 2024 John Aldred

ZY Optics has launched a new 80mm f/1.6 lens. Available in both G and XCD mounts, it’s available for both Fujifilm and Hasselblad cameras. It’s…



Treasure or trash? This video teaches you how to inspect a vintage lens

Jul 8, 2024 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

Congrats, you’ve found a vintage lens of your dreams! But wait a minute – you need to inspect it thoroughly first, who knows what it’s…



Four ways to easily remove every stuck filter from your lens

Jul 4, 2024 Dunja Đuđić Kalinin

Have you ever gotten a lens filter impossibly stuck on your camera? You fumble, you grip, you twist, but it won’t budge! Signature Edits come…