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A New Lens Embraces the Classic Leica Super-Six Formula
May 4, 2026
David Prochnow
Today’s Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.9 Rigid-ZS6 represents a modern interpretation of classic rangefinder optics, blending vintage character with updated performance for contemporary photographers. Announced…
AstrHori AF 85mm F1.8 Mark II Full-frame Lens for L: Reach Out and Touch Something
Apr 28, 2026
David Prochnow
Are you looking for a fixed telephoto lens for your full-frame L-Mount camera? Have you considered something from the crowded 75mm to 90mm field (which…
Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N for Sony Cameras Loses the Display but Refines Control
Apr 23, 2026
Alberto Lima
Viltrox has been on a tear since NAB, this time they’re reintroducing the flagship lens for Sony cameras – the Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N.
Meiki’s New Air f/1.7 Primes Could Be a Cheap, Lightweight Hit for APS-C Shooters
Apr 21, 2026
John Aldred
Third-party lens makers have been getting more and more interesting over the last few years, and Meike looks like it wants a bigger slice of…
Viltrox Unveils the EVO Series 35mm and 55mm F1.8 Lenses at NAB 2026
Apr 20, 2026
Alberto Lima
At the NAB Show 2026 in Las Vegas, Viltrox has signaled that the gap between “affordable” and “professional” has officially closed with the debut of the AF 35mm F1.8 EVO and AF 55mm F1.8 EVO lenses.
Retro-Inspired Optical Viewfinder is a Game Changer for Digital Photographers
Apr 16, 2026
David Prochnow
The Ulanzi VF01 Waist-Level Viewfinder (C090) is a compact, thoughtfully designed accessory aimed at photographers who want a more immersive and flexible shooting experience. Blending…
Krafty Kreate KR48 Kamera Kleverly Kaptures Pix with a Kavalcade of Lenses
Apr 13, 2026
David Prochnow
Remember, Wacky Wednesday? The beloved Dr. Seuss book about a child who “sees” oddball occurrences throughout the day, until the kindly policeman informs her that…
The Lens that Fell to Earth: Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 L Lens
Apr 11, 2026
David Prochnow
Imagine a camera lens with a built-in liquid crystal display (LCD) screen that shows aperture settings, depth-of-field scales, and precise focus distance measurements. It sounds…
A Mirrorless Lens with Light Leaks. WHAT? Don’t Worry, it’s Intentional
Mar 24, 2026
David Prochnow
Who would think of deliberately designing a camera lens that contains an optical flaw? Well, PolarPro had that thought and decided to run with it….
From Blah to Blockbuster: Why Anamorphic Lenses Give Your Work Cinematic Vibes
Mar 11, 2026
Alex Baker
Anamorphic lenses are definitely having a moment. The term seems to be getting thrown around so much it’s almost becoming a bit of a hipster…