Camera Lenses
Lensbaby X-mount lenses rumored to be released this Spring
Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless camera owners may have some reasons for joy this Spring and the reasons are not coming from the company that makes their shooters. According to the rumor mill, a few Lensbaby X-mount lenses will become available this Spring, bringing more creativity options to the Fuji X-mount users.
Nikon 9-30mm f/1.8-2.8 lens patented for mirrorless cameras
Nikon has patented a new lens for its CX-mount mirrorless cameras with 1-inch-type image sensors. Curious minds have discovered a Nikon 9-30mm f/1.8-2.8 lens patent in Japan. The product consists of a standard zoom lens with a bright aperture, which would be useful for taking photos in low-light conditions.
Tamron 70-200mm f/4 Di III VC lens patent revealed
After patenting a couple of optics for mirrorless cameras, Tamron has patented two more units for such interchangeable lens shooters. The Tamron 70-200mm f/4 Di III VC lens is aimed at APS-C-sized cameras, while the Tamron 9-135mm f/3.5-5.6 Di III lens has been designed for cameras with 1-inch-type image sensors.
Canon CN-E 35-260mm f/2.8 LS soft focus lens patented
Tamron may be stealing the show with all of its patents describing lenses for mirrorless cameras, but other digital imaging companies are patenting products as well. The latest discovery comes from Japan, as usual, and it is describing Canon CN-E 35-260mm f/2.8 LS soft focus lens, which was designed for Super 35mm cameras.
Zeiss FE 25mm f/2 and FE 85mm f/1.8 lenses coming in 2015?
Sony has promised that the FE-mount lens line-up will reach more than 20 lenses by the end of 2015. Although this achievement is a long-shot, it appears that the company is actively developing new optics. An insider is claiming that two optics that are coming in 2015 are the Zeiss FE 25mm f/2 and FE 85mm f/1.8 lenses.
Canon Rebel T6i / 750D and EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens coming soon
After introducing a few PowerShots at the Consumer Electronics Show 2015, Canon is preparing a more “serious” product launch event in order to introduce a new Rebel DSLR and a wide-angle zoom lens. Sources are reporting that the Canon Rebel T6i / EOS 750D / Kiss X8i and the EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens are both coming soon.
Tamron 18-105mm f/4-5.6 Di III VC lens patented for mirrorless cameras
Tamron has patented yet another all-round zoom lens for mirrorless cameras with APS-C-sized sensors. The brand new Tamron 18-105mm f/4-5.6 Di III VC lens patent has been discovered in Japan, just like the one for the 14-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VC lens. However, it is likely that only one version will actually make it to the market.
Fujifilm X-A2 camera announced along with two new lenses
Fujifilm has started its day in big fashion with the introduction of an entry-level mirrorless camera and two lenses. The brand new Fujifilm X-A2 is here to replace the X-A1 with few changes, while the XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II and XC 50-230mm f/4.5-6.7 OIS II lenses have not changed much when compared to their predecessors, either.
First Olympus E-M5II photos leaked on the web
The long-rumored and sought-after replacement of the OM-D E-M5 has just been leaked online. The very first Olympus E-M5II photos have showed up on the web along with an image of a new version of the 14-150mm f/4-5.6 lens, which means that the Micro Four Thirds line-up is about to get bigger in the near future.
Fujifilm X-A2 coming soon along with updated XC lenses
Fujifilm will definitely announce a myriad of products in the near future: a mirrorless camera, several compacts, and a couple of lenses. A trusted source has confirmed this information, hinting that the Fujifilm X-A2, which will succeed the X-A1, is on its way along with replacements for both XC-series zoom lenses.
Canon EF-S 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens is coming soon
Canon is expected to announce a new all-round zoom lens for DSLR cameras with APS-C image sensors. The upcoming Canon EF-S 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens will replace a current model, the EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS and it is rumored to become official sometime in the foreseeable future.
Tamron 14-300mm f/3.5-6.3 VC lens patented for APS-C cameras
After releasing the impressive 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD lens, Tamron will continue to amaze the mass of photographers with another amazing optic. The company has just patented the Tamron 14-300mm f/3.5-6.3 VC lens, which has been designed to work with cameras featuring APS-C-sized image sensors.
Samyang 135mm f/2 ED UMC lens officially announced
After being teased for quite a while, the Samyang 135mm f/2 ED UMC lens has been introduced officially. The lens has been designed for digital cameras with full frame image sensors, although it will be compatible with APS-C and Micro Four Thirds cameras, too. The cine version has also been revealed and both versions will become available soon.
Olympus 8mm f/1.8 fisheye lens to be released this summer
Olympus will definitely reveal a new wide-angle lens with a prime focal length and a bright aperture in 2015, says a trusted source. It appears that the model in question is the Olympus 8mm f/1.8 fisheye lens, which is a bit different from the previously-rumored 9mm f/1.8 or f/2.8 PRO-series lens.
Fujifilm XF 140-400mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS lens price leaked
A Dutch store has accidentally leaked the Fujifilm XF 140-400mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS lens price. The development of this X-mount super telephoto zoom lens was confirmed at Photokina 2014, but Fuji has remained quiet about this subject. Until it becomes official, CameraCompleet.nl has leaked some info about the lens.
Innovative Nikon modular lens system patented in Japan
Nikon may be following into Sony’s footsteps and could be on its way to revolutionize the digital imaging industry. According to a Japanese source, a Nikon modular lens system has just been patented. This innovative system would allow photographers to interchange parts of their lenses after their own liking.
Nikon D5500 launched with few improvements over the D5300
Nikon has officially revealed a replacement for the D5300. The brand new Nikon D5500 DX-format DSLR camera is here with several improvements over its predecessor, including a lighter design, a touchscreen, and a better battery life. The DSLR has been revealed alongside a new 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR II lens.
Nikon reveals AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/4E PF ED VR lens
Nikon has concluded its CES 2015 product launch event with the introduction of the company’s first lens based on Phase Fresnel design. Similar to Canon’s Diffractive Optics, the AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/4E PF ED VR lens features a special element that reduces its size and weight as well as the chromatic aberration.
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens unveiled at CES 2015
Fujifilm has announced the company’s third X-mount lens that is resistant to harsh weather conditions at CES 2015. The brand new Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens offers a constant maximum aperture throughout the zoom range and will become X-T1’s perfect match as of February 2015 for a hefty price tag.
Future Sony A-mount cameras to pack 5-axis IBIS technology
Sony still has big plans for its A-mount line-up. The rumor mill is claiming that the company is planning to launch a couple of cameras as well as two lenses sometime by the end of 2015. It also appears that future Sony A-mount cameras will employ 5-axis image stabilization technology, like the FE-mount A7II mirrorless camera.
Nikon lens patent for full frame mirrorless cameras revealed
A Nikon lens patent for full frame mirrorless cameras has been leaked on the web. The patent is describing a 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 VR zoom lens designed for professional mirrorless cameras, which could mean that the company’s reps were really meaning it when they said that a Nikon professional FF MILC could become a reality.
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