Tag: Zoom

More NIKKOR Z f/1.2 Prime Lenses Coming in 2020

Nikon is rumored to announce more NIKKOR Z-mount lenses with f/1.2 bright aperture. According to latest rumors from NR, Nikon is planning to launch more f/1.2 high-end prime lenses for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras.

Currently, there is only one f/1.2 prime lens in the Nikon Z-mount lens roadmap and it is the NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S Lens.

Canon has already released RF 50mm f/1.2L and RF 85mm f/1.2L prime lenses for Canon full frame mirrorless cameras. We hope the same for Nikon and wish to see they also release NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S lens in near future.

via: NR

Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art Lens Firmware Update V02

Sigma released a new firmware update V02 for Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN lens.

Designed  for Sony E-Mount and L-Mount is the second newly-designed “Art zoom” dedicated for full mirrorless cameras.

The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art lens price is $1,099 and it is generally compared against Tamron’s popular 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD, which retails for $850. Check availability at BHphoto, Adorama. Continue reading “Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art Lens Firmware Update V02”

Olympus 12-100mm F4 PRO vs. 12-45mm F4 PRO vs. 12-40 f2.8 PRO Comparison

The new  premium standard zoom lens for Micro Four Thirds system cameras. Peter Forsgård compared the three PRO zoom lenses from Olympus.

Olympus 12-100mm F4 Pro vs. 12-45mm f4 Pro vs. 12-40 f2.8 Pro is an interesting battle. Check out which one is the one for you?  Continue reading “Olympus 12-100mm F4 PRO vs. 12-45mm F4 PRO vs. 12-40 f2.8 PRO Comparison”

Pre-Order : Nikon D6 Camera and NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S, Z 24-200mm Lenses

Nikon D6 camera, NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S lens, NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR lens is now available for pre-order at major stores in US.

Nikon D6 vs Nikon D5 – Comparison Continue reading “Pre-Order : Nikon D6 Camera and NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S, Z 24-200mm Lenses”

Canon Unveils RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Lens

Canon released a new kit lens for the RF Mount. The Canon RF 24–105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM is a smaller, lighter, cheaper alternative to the current L lens – and it shoots macro.

The US price is $399.99 and it is now available for pre-order at B&H, Adorama, Amazon.  The compact size at 88.8mm (3.5″) long and lightweight build at 13.9oz (395g) makes the lens an ideal companion for the smaller EOS RP. Continue reading “Canon Unveils RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Lens”

Nikon Unveils NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S & NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 Lenses

Today the Nikon D6 DSLR camera (B&H Photo/Adorama/Amazon), Nikon unveiled the NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S and NIKKOR Z 24-200mm lenses  with built-in stabilization.

Both Nikon Z-mount lenses are in the company’s roadmap. There will be a total of 23 Z-mount mirrorless lenses by 2021.

The US price for NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S lens is $1,049.95 at B&HPhoto/Adorama/Amazon., will be released in March, 2020. The US price NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 lens is $899.95 at B&HPhoto/Adorama/Amazon, will be released in April, 2020.

Sample photos: 20mm f/1.8 | 24-200mm f/4-6.3 Continue reading “Nikon Unveils NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S & NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 Lenses”

Olympus 12-45mm f/4 PRO Lens Announced

Olympus has announced the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO lens which is the world’s most compact and lightweight high-performance standard zoom lens fixed aperture.

The  premium standard zoom lens for Micro Four Thirds system cameras. According to the company the

This is one of the lenses of three that is announced in the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital Lens roadmap. The ultra-compact M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm F4.0 PRO lens has a filter size. The lens is remarkably compact; it’s 70mm (2.8″) long and weighs just 254 grams (9 ounces). It is also weather-sealed, to IPX1 standards.

The Olympus 12-45mm F4 Pro will be available in April for $649 at Amazon, Adorama, B&HPhoto. Continue reading “Olympus 12-45mm f/4 PRO Lens Announced”

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS Lens Review with Samples

Here is the latest Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS Lens Review with Samples.

The Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS was announced back in August 2019 and it is one of the ‘holy trinity’ lenses for the Canon EOS R and EOS RP full frame mirrorless system.

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens: $2,299 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Christopher Frost Photography published a Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS  Lens review with samples.  Continue reading “Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS Lens Review with Samples”

Olympus E-M1 Mark III Camera & 12-45mm f/4 PRO Lens Pricing

Here is the price information of the upcoming OM-D E-M1 Mark III camera and M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO lens.

According to the leaked Japanese prices the Olympus E-M1 Mark III body will cost $1,999 and the Olympus 12-45mm f/4 PRO lens price will stand at $699.

Check out the Olympus press release for more details with product pictures and price information. See also Best Micro Four Thirds Lenses  Continue reading “Olympus E-M1 Mark III Camera & 12-45mm f/4 PRO Lens Pricing”

Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L Internal Zoom Lens Patent

Here is the latest patent for Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L Internal Zoom Lens.

The company already has the 70-200mm glass for RF-mount. It is their first RF mount internal zoom lens: RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens (B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon). This lens turns out one of the best selling lenses currently. According to latest Canon Japan patent, Canon may also announce a new RF 70-200mm f/4L internal zoom lens.

You can take a look at patent details of this lens: Continue reading “Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L Internal Zoom Lens Patent”