Camera Lenses
Fujifilm XF 18-135mm WR lens release date set for this June
Fujifilm has already confirmed that it is working on three weathersealed lenses. The trio is coming in 2014 and will mark the beginning of an era for X-mount lenses, as they will become the first WR models of the series. According to the rumor mill, the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm WR lens release date has been scheduled for June 2014.
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 lens release date and price rumored again
The Sigma 50mm f/1.4 lens release date and price are once again in the spotlights of the rumor mill. According to an Australian retailer, Sigma’s latest bright-aperture optic will become available this June for a price of $1,000. These details are contradicting earlier details, saying that the lens will be released in late April for around $800.
Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 lens officially announced
The development of this lens has been announced in October 2013. Several months have passed since the announcement, but it seems like Panasonic and Leica have finally managed to overcome all the hurdles. As a result, the Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 lens is now official and it is coming soon to a store near you.
Samyang 10mm f/2.8 lens unveiled for multiple camera systems
Samyang 10mm f/2.8 lens has been unveiled officially once again. The wide-angle prime optic will be compatible with mirrorless cameras, Micro Four Thirds, and DSLRs when it becomes available by the end of this month. Although it is lacking autofocus support, the new 10mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS CS lens will be released at a very small price.
Samyang 12mm f/2 NCS CS lens launched for mirrorless cameras
Samyang continues the legacy of high-quality optics with the introduction of the Samyang 12mm f/2 NCS CS lens. The new product is aimed at photographers who want to capture landscapes in low-light conditions. The new wide-angle lens will support most mirrorless and Micro Four Thirds cameras when it becomes available.
Samyang 8mm f/2.8 UMC fisheye II lens officially announced
A couple of new Samyang lenses are drawing the curtains for the South Korean company. Right after the two wide-angle optics, the Samyang 8mm f/2.8 UMC fisheye II lens and the Samyang 8mm T3.1 UMC fisheye II cine lens have been revealed, too, for Sony, Samsung, Fujifilm, and Canon mirrorless cameras.
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 Art lens price revealed by Belarusian store
When Sigma announced a new 50mm f/1.4 lens at CES 2014, the company has failed to reveal its release date and price. Thankfully, the rumor mill has grabbed some inside details, suggesting that the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 Art lens price tag will be smaller than $800, while its release date is less than two months away.
New Samsung NXF1 photos and price details leaked on the web
Samsung is allegedly preparing to launch a new mirrorless camera with a 1-inch-type sensor that would compete against the Nikon 1-series. Before its official launch event, some Samsung NXF1 photos have been leaked online along with a preliminary specifications list and the price details of the camera and its lens kits.
New Samyang lens to become official on March 21
A new Samyang lens will be announced on March 21. The Korean company has posted a teaser on its official Facebook page, revealing that a new optic will become official by the end of this week. There is plenty of speculation circling around the web, but the Samyang 10mm f/2.8 lens is the most probable product to be unveiled.
Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS II lens to be announced in Q3 2014
Canon’s year of the lenses does not look so bright. Not a single major announcement has taken place so far in 2014. However, the rumor mill believes that things will change soon. One of the optics to come this year is the Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS II lens, which will make an official appearance sometime in late summer or early fall.
Fujifilm XF 85-300mm f/2.7-3.7 lens patent discovered online
The last time Fujifilm has updated its lens roadmap, the Japanese manufacturer has promised that it will bring a super-telephoto zoom optic to the market in late 2014 or early 2015. Curious people have discovered a patent describing a Fujifilm XF 85-300mm f/2.7-3.7 lens, which fits the description as well as the predictions of the rumor mill.
Nikon unveils 1 Nikkor VR 70-300mm and 10-30mm PD-Zoom lenses
After introducing the new Nikon 1 V3, the Japan-based camera maker has officially presented two new lenses: the 1 Nikkor VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 and 1 Nikkor VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 PD-Zoom. The former offers the longest telephoto focal length for CX-format cameras, while the latter is a quiet Power Drive Zoom model.
Nikon 1 V3 specs leaked ahead of camera’s imminent arrival
Following recent speculation about a possible CP+ 2014 launch, the rumor mill has leaked a new set of Nikon 1 V3 specs. There is no mention of 4K video recording, but the mirrorless camera will feature an 18-megapixel image sensor. The announcement will take place within days and will include a pair of 1-series zoom lenses.
Sigma found guilty of infringing Nikon VR technology patents
Three years have passed since the Tokyo District Court has “found out” that the Nikon VR technology patents may be infringed by Sigma. Judge Shigeru Osuka has finally reached a verdict, claiming that Sigma is indeed infringing Nikon’s VR patents, forcing the company to pay about $14.5 million in compensation to Nikon.
Fujifilm TCL-X100 tele conversion lens unveiled at CP+ 2014
Fujifilm has announced a sought-after accessory for the X100 and X100S compact camera users. The company has unveiled the Fujifilm TCL-X100 tele conversion lens at the CP+ 2014. This accessory can be mounted on the fixed lens of the cameras and will provide a 35mm equivalent of 50mm, without compromising the f/2 aperture.
Cosina announces Voigtländer Nokton 25mm f/0.95 Type II lens
Cosina has introduced a revised version of a Voigtländer lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras. The new Voigtländer Nokton 25mm f/0.95 Type II lens now features a clickless aperture, a welcomed feature for videographers. Other than that, the optic will provide the same 35mm equivalent of 50mm and ultra-bright aperture of f/0.95.
Olympus 7-14mm f/2.8 and Olympus 300mm f/4 PRO lenses unveiled
Olympus has expanded its line-up of M.Zuiko Digital PRO lenses with the introduction of two new models. The Olympus 7-14mm f/2.8 PRO and Olympus 300mm f/4 PRO lenses are both official, promising unrivaled image quality for Micro Four Thirds cameras. Surprisingly, the pair has been scheduled for a 2015 release date.
Pentax 645D 50MP CMOS medium format camera coming at CP+ 2014
After three compact cameras and a rear converter, Ricoh has also announced the development of the Pentax 645D 2014 edition medium format camera. The device is set to be revealed at the CP+ 2014 with a 50-megapixel CMOS image sensor alongside a new ultra-wide-angle lens for MF cameras and a Q-mount telephoto macro lens.
Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 and 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 lenses unveiled
Do you own a full frame DSLR camera and you are looking for an all-in-one super zoom lens? What if you own a Canon, Nikon, or Sony shooter with an APS-C image sensor? Well, the Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD and Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Macro lenses are the solutions for you, depending on your camera.
New Canon macro zoom lens to be released by the end of 2014
Canon has been very busy during the past few weeks in Japan. The company has patented a slew of lenses and its most recent activity includes two zoom optics. However, the rumor mill says that a new Canon macro zoom lens will be unveiled by the end of 2014. Its focal range is unknown, but it will feature a constant maximum aperture.
Canon EF 70-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS lens could be announced in 2014
Canon EF 70-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS lens is the company’s latest optic to be patented in Japan. Four other lenses have already been registered in the company’s home country, although no single optic has been launched in 2014. It should be the year of the lenses for Canon, so the new 70-400mm could replace the 100-400mm in the near future.
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