Tag: Prime

Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM Lens Officially Announced

Sony has just announced the impressively small FE 14mm f/1.8 GM. The company expands its E-mount lens lineup with the introduction of the groundbreaking FE 14mm F1.8 G Master (model SEL14F18GM) – a compact, large F1.8 aperture, ultra-wide angle lens that allows users to capture the world with new perspectives by delivering sharp resolution from corner to corner with little to no distortion, especially when shooting landscapes, architecture, starry skies and interiors.

The lens is surprisingly compact and lightweight: approximately 1/3 the weight of the Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art FE ($1,599) (460 vs 1170 grams).

The US price of the lens is $1,598, and the preorders will start on April 21 at 10am ET at B&HPhoto.

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Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 Mark II and XF 56mm f/1.2 Mark II in Development

According to the latest rumors from FR,  Fujifilm is working to renew two of its popular primes. As a result Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 Mark II and XF 56mm f/1.2 Mark II lenses are in development.

The Fujifilm X-mount Lens Roadmap doesn’t show these prime models. So take it with a grain of salt.

The current Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 lens (Amazon) was released in 2013, and Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 lens (Amazon) was released in 2014.

We are wondering if the new model will be a full model change with a completely redesigned optical system or a minor change with improved AF and being sealed.

Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM Lens Images Leaked, Price Rumored for $1,399

Here are the first images of the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM lens. The price of the wide-angle prime is rumored to be around $1,398. According to latest rumors, the upcoming Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM lens will be priced at 1600€ in the EU. This is a little cheaper than the FE 35mm f/1.4 GM lens (1700€ in the EU, $1,398 in the US).

This Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM lens will be the world’s fastest 14mm full frame lens in Sony G Master (GM) arsenal,

Take a look at the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM Lens images. Stay tuned for the official announcement on April 20. Continue reading “Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM Lens Images Leaked, Price Rumored for $1,399”

Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens Officially Announced

The Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R WR Lens is now officially announced. The Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R LM WR is a fast prime lens for X Series mirrorless cameras that provides a 35mm equivalent focal length of 27mm.

Fujifilm already have a 27mm lens in diminutive shape of the XF 18mm F2, which was actually one of the very first lenses that Fuji released back in 2012. The XF 18mm F1.4 is a much larger lens than the 18mm F2, but it’s still relatively small and light enough to feel well-balanced even on the X-S10 that we tested it with, which is one of the smaller X-series camera bodies.

Weighing 370g and measuring 68.8mm x 75.6mm with a reasonable 62mm filter size, the new 18mm is very similar to the 16mm, 23mm and 35mm lenses. The Fujifilm XF 18mm F1.4 R LM WR lens will be available in late May for $999.

Pre-order Options

→ Fujinon XF18mm f/1.4: BHPhoto / AmazonUS / Adorama
→ LH-XF18 Lens Hood: BHPhoto / AmazonUS / Adorama 

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Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R WR Lens is on the Horizon

According to latest rumors, the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R WR Lens will be announced on April 15th, 2021.

The Fujifilm X-mount Lens Roadmap shows this wide-angle and a telephoto zoom lens. So we already know these lenses would be XF 18mm f/1.4 lens and the XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 OIS lens. Fuji enthusiasts met the XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 OIS lens earlier this year. Now it is rumored that the XF 18mm f/1.4 lens will soon be announced.

Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 R WR Lens Rumored specifications:

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Nikon Released Firmware Updates for NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 & Z 85mm f/1.8 S Lenses

Nikon released new firmware update version 1.01 for Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S and NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S Lenses. You can follow the link below to download the firmware update.

Changes from Firmware Version 1.00 to 1.01

  • • Fixed an issue with Z-series cameras that caused the shooting display to brighten momentarily and “F–” to appear in the aperture displays while autofocus was in progress.

Download links:

Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S Lens Firmware Version 1.01

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S Lens Firmware Version 1.01

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S Lens: $796.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S Lens: $1,046.95 at B&HPhoto/Adorama/Amazon

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Coming Next : Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM Lens

According to recent reports, Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM Lens is coming next. This Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM lens will be the world’s fastest 14mm full frame lens in Sony G Master (GM) arsenal, so it could be very expensive.

The wide angle prime optic will be well-suited to landscape, nature, street photography and astrophotography. As a side note, this lens will be about the same size and build quality as the FE 24mm f/1.4 GM. More details after the break! Continue reading “Coming Next : Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM Lens”

Latest Canon RF Patents : RF 12mm f/2.8, RF 14mm f/2.8 & RF 20mm f/2.8 Lenses

Here are the latest Canon RF patents for its full frame mirrorless camera system. These lenses are the RF 12mm f/2.8, RF 14mm f/2.8 & RF 20mm f/2.8 Lenses and all of them are not in the lens roadmap.

To date, Canon has offered great lenses for the RF mount and demonstrated how committed it is to a full frame mirrorless camera system. See the complete Canon RF mount lenses. Also here is the list of Canon RF series lenses expected to be released in the next two years. Canon RF Lens Roadmap for 2021 & 2022.

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Primoplan 58mm F1.9 II Lens for Canon EF, Nikon F, MFT, Pentax K, Sony E, Fuji X, Leica M & L

The Meyer-Optik Gorlitz brand has expanded its range with a new full frame lens – the Primoplan 58mm F1.9 II. As expected, this new lens has been released for various mounts: Canon EF, Nikon F, M42, Pentax K, Sony E, Fujifilm X, Leica L, Leica M, as well as Micro Four Thirds.

The Primoplan 58mm F1.9 II lens is marketed by the manufacturer as a “reborn” version of the original lens, developed by Meyer-Optik designer Paul Schefter 80 years ago. Then this lens became popular due to the extremely high aperture for that time, as well as the ability to create a wide range of bokeh effects – from swirling to “creamy” with small details in a blur.

The manufacturer focuses on the quality of the optics assembly, high-quality color reproduction with high sharpness of the image, and, of course, on the possibility of creating an expressive bokeh effect (see sample images on the Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II).

Price and availability

The cost of the Primoplan 58mm F1.9 II lens is $899 and it can be purchased via the B&HPhoto website. Here are all updated/new Meyer Optik Görlitz lense. Continue reading “Primoplan 58mm F1.9 II Lens for Canon EF, Nikon F, MFT, Pentax K, Sony E, Fuji X, Leica M & L”

Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens Announced

Leica has announced the release of the APO-Summicron-M 35mm F2 ASPH. The compact 35mm F2 is the closest-focusing M-mount lens, with a minimum focus distance of just 30cm (11.8″).  The US price of the lens is $8,195 and it is now available for pre-order at B&H.

The lens has a close focusing distance of 30cm, and has been designed to give maximum image performance, with 10 elements, in 5 groups, with 3 aspherical elements, and 6 of the elemtns are designed to reduce chromatic and apochromatic aberrations. The lens has 11 aperture blades for an almost circular aperture circle, and the lens has been designed to give exceptional image quality even when used wide-open.

Pre-order links:

Pre-order Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens: $8,195 at B&H.

Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens Key Features

  • Leica M-Mount Lens
  • Aperture Range: f/2 to f/16
  • Apochromatic Design
  • Three Aspherical Elements
  • 10 Elements in 5 Groups
  • Manual Focus Design
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 11.8″
  • Filter Thread: 39mm
  • Included Lens Hood and Leather Pouch

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