In an era where visual storytelling is paramount, our team of photography enthusiasts is dedicated to bringing you the latest camera news. From groundbreaking camera releases to emerging photography trends, our Camera News section ensures you’re always in step with the dynamic world of imaging technology.
The first half of 2024 is likely to be the best period in terms of camera sales in the last three years. The CIPA Association released a report for January-May of this year: about 3 million cameras were sold, which is almost 300 thousand more than the same period last year. The market is slowly […] More
Sigma and Tamron are preparing to release new advanced optics. This was reported by two different sources familiar with the manufacturers’ plans. Details are still scarce, but some information about what kind of lenses these will be already exists. With a high degree of probability, these will be lenses for Sony cameras, but support for […] More
Apparently, SmallRig has assessed the video shooting capabilities of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra smartphone (14th place in the DxOMark rating) — the manufacturer has introduced an advanced kit for more convenient shooting on this model. The system allows you to install filters, maintains access to all elements of the smartphone, and also supports various mounts […] More
Information about Nikon registering two more new cameras has appeared on a Chinese social network. The announcement of these models is expected within the next two or three months, that is, in early autumn 2024. Presumably, we are talking about the Nikon Z50 II (APS-C) mirrorless camera and a new superzoom (the successor to the […] More
Zhong YI Optics has introduced one of the most budget solutions for modern medium format cameras — the fast Mitakon Speedmaster 80mm F/1.6 lens. The optics do not have an automatic focusing system, but are capable of providing an expressive bokeh effect and have minimal chromatic aberrations. The new lens is available with GFX (medium […] More
Apple is preparing to introduce a new generation of smartphones — the iPhone 16 series in the fall of 2024. Traditionally, improvements will also concern the capabilities of the cameras of the new products, especially the iPhone 16 Pro model, which will receive a 5x optical zoom, which was previously available in the iPhone 15 […] More
The line of professional anamorphic cinema optics HAWK65 Vintage’74 1.3x has been expanded with two new products: 35mm T2.6 and 65mm T2.9 Macro. Both lenses can cover large format sensors, and externally and ergonomically correspond to other optics of the series. These anamorphic cinema lenses are premium optics and are available for rent only. With […] More
French startup Pixii has released a new digital rangefinder camera with a full-frame 24.5 megapixel sensor — Pixii Max. The camera has a rangefinder optical viewfinder compatible with professional Leica M-mount lenses and a built-in monochrome shooting function. The camera is available with 32 GB or 128 GB of memory. Pixii Max is sold at […] More
Venus Optics presented a new line of cine optics: Laowa Argus T1 Cine. It includes eight lenses for three different formats – full frame, Super 35 and M4/3. The manufacturer made a statement that this is the world’s first series of lenses for full-frame cameras with T1 aperture and focal lengths of 28 and 35mm. […] More
Sigma and Tamron managed to reach an agreement with Canon to produce lenses with autofocus support for the Canon RF bayonet mount. At the end of April, Sigma revealed the “roadmap” for the release of optics for Canon mirrorless APS-C cameras. However, most users expected that the company would also introduce lenses for full-frame cameras. […] More
The Sigma 24-70mm F/2.8 DG DN II optics will be 10% lighter than the first generation, will have much more efficient autofocus, and will generally provide even better and sharper images without any unwanted effects. The cost of the new item will be 1,345 euros. The Sigma company intends to compete with the most advanced […] More
Panasonic is preparing to unveil a new Lumix camera for “content creators” on May 23rd. Several sources report that this will be a very compact camera with a full-frame 24 megapixel matrix (the same sensor is installed in the Panasonic Lumix S5 II), and, most importantly, an L-mount bayonet mount. This means it will be […] More