Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG II ART and Sigma 15mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Announced


Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG II ART: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

  • Full-Frame | f/1.4 to f/16
  • 14% Smaller, 20% Lighter + Improved IQ
  • Dual HLA-Driven High-Speed AF Motor
  • Floating Focus System
  • Aspherical and SLD Glass Elements
  • Advanced Amorphous Coating
  • AFL Buttons, Focus Mode Switch
  • Manual Aperture Ring & De-Click Switch
  • Splash-Resistant Design & Front Coating

Sigma 15mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

  • APS-C | f/1.4 to f/16
  • 22.5mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
  • Compact, Fast Wide-Angle Prime
  • Stepping Motor AF System
  • Manual Aperture Ring
  • FLD, SLD, and Aspherical Elements
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • Splash-Resistant Design & Front Coating

Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG II ART Video Reviews/Hands-on/Previews/etc…

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Voigtlander SEPTON 40mm f/2 Aspherical Now Available To Order


Voigtlander SEPTON 40mm f/2 Aspherical: 
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Cosina announced the new Voigtlander SEPTON 40mm f/2 Aspherical lens for Nikon Z and Sony E mount. The E-mount version will be released in March 2026.

  • Compatible mounts: Sony E, Nikon Z
  • Lens construction: 6 groups, 7 elements (including 1 aspherical lens and anomalous partial dispersion glass)
  • Focal length: 40mm
  • Aperture ratio: 1:2
  • Minimum aperture: F16
  • Aperture blades: 10
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.3m
  • Maximum magnification: 1:5.3
  • Filter diameter: 52mm
  • External dimensions: Φ61.7 x 30.0 mm (for Sony E)
  • Weight: 165g (for Sony E),
  • Accessories: Dedicated screw-in hood

Compact design with a total length of 32mm
The overall length from the mount surface is a compact 32mm, making it easy to carry around and take in and out of a bag, and the 40mm angle of view, which can also be used as a semi-wide-angle lens, makes it suitable for everyday use.

Electronic contacts for communication with the body
The lens mount is equipped with electronic contacts, enabling electrical communication between the lens and body. The combination of an electrical communication-compatible body and the latest firmware*1 enables support for Exif information, in-body image stabilization (3-axis), and three types of focusing support functions (focusing by changing the focus point frame color, focusing by peaking, and focusing using the magnification button).

Manual focus for precise focusing
The all-metal helicoid unit is machined and adjusted with high precision, and the use of high-quality grease that generates just the right amount of torque ensures smooth focusing, allowing for subtle focus adjustments.

Dome-shaped metal hood included
The included dome-shaped metal screw-on hood maintains the lens’s compact size. The hood has a φ52mm thread on its outer periphery, so the same front cap can be used with or without the hood.

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Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG II ART and Sigma 15mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary Confirmed by How2Fly

How2fly leaked the first photos of the Sigma 15mm f1.4 DC DN Contemporary APS-C and the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG II ART Full Frame, confirming our rumor here. The 15mm lens weighs 220 grams, and the 35mm lens weighs 525g. The lenses will be announced on February 26th. Another lens that we might see announced at the event is a Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8.

Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC | Contemporary key features:

  • 13 elements in 11 groups
  • 9 aperture blades
  • Weight: only 220g, length: 64.8mm (Sony E-mount)
  • 50% lighter than the 16mm F1.4 DC DN, filter diameter reduced from 67mm to only 58mm
  • Optimized for video shooting (minimal focus breathing)
  • Supports E, RF, and X mounts
  • 220 grams

Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG II | ART key features:

  • 15 elements in 12 groups
  • 11 aperture blades
  • E-mount version: only 525g, L-mount version: 530g
  • Minimum focusing distance: 28cm
  • Maximum magnification: 1:5.4
  • Dual HLA high-speed motors
  • Optimized focus breathing
  • 525 grams

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LT: Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE Review – An Outstandingly Sharp Lens With Very High Image Quality


Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Lenstips published its full review of the Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE, which you can read in full here or check out an excerpt from the review below:

Pros:

  • solid barrel, mostly made of metal,
  • excellent image resolution in the frame centre,
  • very good image resolution on the edge of the APS-C sensor,
  • good image resolution on the edge of full frame,
  • slight longitudinal chromatic aberration,
  • low lateral chromatic aberration,
  • lack of any serious problems with spherical aberration,
  • good coma correction,
  • slight vignetting on the APS-C sensor,
  • quiet and efficient autofocus,
  • sensible look of out-of-focus areas,
  • 5-year warranty period,
  • good price/quality and price/performance ratio.

Cons:

  • unpleasant moustache distortion,
  • very high vignetting on full frame,
  • distinct focus breathing.

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Trump’s Tariffs Held Unconstitutional


Trump’s tariffs have finally been held UNCONSTITUTIONAL by the Supreme Court, which means we will probably see photography equipment prices come back down in the near future unless retailers decide they are going to keep the difference. Similarly, people should be refunded what they paid, but there is no good way for the government to do this, so Trump will likely keep the $200+ billion he took from United States taxpayers over the last year. The opinion is a bit of a mess, but below is a good summary of the court’s holding.

“For those who think it important for the Nation to impose more tariffs, I understand that today’s decision will be dis-appointing. All I can offer them is that most major decisions affecting the rights and responsibilities of the American people (including the duty to pay taxes and tariffs) are funneled through the legislative process for a reason. Yes, legislating can be hard and take time. And, yes, it can be tempting to bypass Congress when some pressing problem arises. But the deliberative nature of the legislative process was the whole point of its design. Through that process, the Nation can tap the combined wisdom of the people’s elected representatives, not just that of one faction or man. There, deliberation tempers impulse, and compromise hammers disagreements into workable solutions. And because laws must earn such broad support to survive the legislative pro-cess, they tend to endure, allowing ordinary people to plan their lives in ways they cannot when the rules shift from day to day. In all, the legislative process helps ensure each of us has a stake in the laws that govern us and in the Nation’s future. For some today, the weight of those virtues is apparent. For others, it may not seem so obvious. But if history is any guide, the tables will turn and the day will come when those disappointed by today’s result will appreciate the legislative process for the bulwark of liberty it is.” – Justice Neil Gorsuch

The fact that Congress holds the power of the purse is taught to elementary school children in America, and all of this could have been avoided if the administration hadn’t tried to grab power. It will probably take months to lower prices, just as it took months to raise them, but new products that haven’t started shipping yet should be priced more competitively going forward.

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Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Announced

Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD: B&H Photo / Adorama

TAMRON Announces the 35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD for Sony E and Nikon Z Mount
The Beauty of F2.8, in the Palm of Your Hand
35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A078)
For Sony E-mount and Nikon Z mount Full-Frame Mirrorless

February 19, 2026, Commack, NY – TAMRON announces the launch of the 35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A078), a fast-aperture standard zoom lens, compatible with Sony E-mount and Nikon Z mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, on March 26, 2026 at a USD retail price of $899 for Sony E and $929 for Nikon Z (CAD: $1,249 for Sony E and $1,299 for Nikon Z).

The 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD (Model A058), launched in 2021, has earned strong praise as a high-end portrait zoom. While highly acclaimed for its imaging performance, some users have wished for a lighter, more compact option. Developed in response to user demand, the 35-100mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A078) focuses on the most essential portrait focal lengths.

Despite its fast F2.8 aperture, the lens is remarkably compact and lightweight at just 4.7” (119.2mm) and 19.9oz. (565g).¹ Delivering high image quality and soft bokeh, it’s perfect for candid portraits and travel photography. The VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism provides fast, precise AF to capture natural expressions, and the 8.7” (0.22m) MOD (Minimum Object Distance) at the wide end is ideal for tabletop shots. TAMRON Lens Utility™ lets users assign functions for video and stills, while the refined design ensures comfortable handling for everyday and special moments.

[1] Length and weight are for Sony E-mount lens.

Product features

  1. 35-100mm zoom range ― bringing out the beauty of your subject
  2. Overwhelmingly lightweight and compact lens that fits right in the palm of your hand ― ideal for travel photography
  3. Features the most popular portrait focal lengths ― 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, 100mm ― combined with constant F2.8 fast aperture
  4. High resolution and rich bokeh ― rendering skin texture with clarity
  5. High-speed, high-precision VXD AF to reliably capture natural expressions
  6. Close-up creativity ― ideal for indoor photography
  7. Compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility™ application ― now wireless and compatible with iOS devices
  8. Comfortable ergonomic design for ease of use
    – Enhanced exterior surface
    – Smooth, precise operation for comfortable shooting
  9. Unified 67mm filter size
  10. Protective features (moisture-resistant construction and fluorine coating)

SPECIFICATIONS
Model: A078
Focal Length: 35-100mm
Maximum Aperture: F2.8
Angle of View (diagonal): 63° 26’- 24° 25’ (for full-frame mirrorless format)
Optical Construction: 15 elements in 13 groups
Minimum Object Distance: 8.7” / 0.22m (WIDE), 25.6” / 0.65m (TELE)
Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:3.3 (WIDE) / 1:5.9 (TELE)
Filter Size: Ø67mm
Maximum Diameter: Ø80.6mm
Length*: 4.7” (119.2mm) for Sony / 4.8” (121.5mm) for Nikon
Weight: 19.9oz (565g) for Sony / 20.3oz (575g) for Nikon
Aperture Blades**: 9 (circular diaphragm)
Minimum Aperture: F22
Standard Accessories: Flower-shaped hood, Front cap, Rear cap
Mounts: Sony E, Nikon Z

* Length is the distance from the front end of the lens to the lens mount face.
** The circular diaphragm stays almost perfectly circular up to two stops down from maximum aperture.

Specifications, appearance, functionality, etc. are subject to change without prior notice.
This product is developed, manufactured, and sold based on the specifications of E-mount, which was disclosed by Sony Corporation under the license agreement with Sony Corporation.
This product is developed, manufactured, and sold under the license agreement with Nikon Corporation.

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