We’ve known these cameras were coming since Photokina (September 2018) but this is the first sight we have of the full specs for the new cameras. Panasonic showed off pre-production versions of its new models at a global press event in Barcelona on January 31 2019, together with the three new lenses which are going... Continue Reading →
New Kenko TELEPLUS HD Pro teleconverters
These replace Kenko’s previous TELEPLUS Pro300 teleconverters and come with redesigned optics and multi-layer coatings to bring them up to date with the latest high-resolution DSLRs and lenses. Teleconverters fit between the lens and the camera body and magnify the image to produce a stronger telephoto effect. They come in different strengths, typically 1.4x and... Continue Reading →
Fujifilm releases GF 100-200mmm telephoto zoom for its medium format cameras
Fujifilm has added a 100-200mm telephoto zoom to its GF lens range for its medium format GFX 50S and 50R cameras. The FUJINON GF100-200mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR is the second GF zoom alongside the GF32-64mm F4 R LM WR standard zoom and takes the total number of GF lenses up to eight. It’s effectively... Continue Reading →
New NiSi 5x cine lens bundle from MTF
UK video specialist MTF has announced the availability of NiSi F3 full-frame cine lenses in the UK. First announced in 2018, these lenses are now in full production and available for order from MTF. The F3 lenses are available in focal lengths from 25mm to 100mm, but they can also be bought as a five-lens... Continue Reading →
Nikkor Z 14-30mm f/4 added to Nikon Z lens range
Nikon has announced a new 14-30mm f/4 ultra-wideangle zoom to go with its new Z 6 and Z 7 full frame mirrorless cameras, launched last year.
Olympus vs Panasonic: who has the best lenses?
Both companies make a full range of MFT lenses, but which one is the best?
Olympus Winter cashbacks and E-PL9 free lens offer
Olympus Europe announced its winter promotions on October 1st where buyers can claim up to £85 cashback (UK currency) on selected bodies and lenses. With cashback deals you pay the full price at the checkout then submit a claim for the cashback value to Olympus, so you do get the advertised saving, but not straight... Continue Reading →
Hasselblad launches three new lenses for its mouthwatering medium format X1D
Mouthwatering? A camera? Yes indeed. The X1D is massively expensive but beautifully made, and its bigger-than-full-frame 50-megapixel sensor delivers image quality that regular DSLR and mirrorless camera owners can only drool over. (Bit strong?) The X1D’s quality potential is only going to be reached with the best quality lenses, and Hasselblad has now expanded its... Continue Reading →
New Sony FE 400mm F2.8 supertelephoto is so exclusive you’ll have to get one made
Sony has officially announced its long-awaited 400mm f/2.8 G Master lens for its full frame mirrorless A7 and A9 cameras. These cameras offer high continuous shooting speeds and powerful autofocus systems, but until now there haven't really been the kind of super-telephoto lenses that pro sports and wildlife photographers would need. The FE 400mm f/2.8... Continue Reading →
Olloclip Core Lens Set review
Verdict: Three stars ★★★ You can have a lot of fun with the Olloclip Core Lens Set, but don’t expect DSLR-style optical quality. You’ll get images and videos that are great for sharing, but for exhibiting, not so much. You get what you pay for and you aren’t paying a lot. iPhone photography – don’t... Continue Reading →