Author Archives: Louis Ferreira

TTArtisan AF 17mm f/1.8 Announced

The TTArtisan AF 17mm f/1.8 was announced today, and it is currently available on Amazon Specs APS-C autofocus prime lens.  Focal length: 17mm.  Full-frame equivalent: 25mm.  Maximum aperture: f/1.8.  Minimum aperture: f/16.  Optical design: 14 elements in 10 groups.  Angle of view: 81°.  Minimum focusing distance: 0.18m.  Diaphragm blades: 6.  Filter thread: 52mm.  Weight: around 161g to 178g depending on mount/version; multiple sources specifically highlight 161g.  Mounts at […]

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Voigtlander Patent Uncovers Three F1.4 Portrait Primes for Sony E-Mount: 75mm, 85mm, and 100mm!

Voigtlander Patent Uncovers Three F1.4 Portrait Primes for Sony E-Mount: 75mm, 85mm, and 100mm! Voigtlander is a name that commands respect for its unique blend of classic rendering, exceptional build quality, and dedication to the manual focus experience. For Sony Alpha shooters, they have consistently provided a sophisticated alternative to mainstream lenses. It seems the […]

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Brightin Star 11mm f/2.8 II Full-Frame Fisheye

Brightin Star 11mm f/2.8 II: Amazon / B&H Photo The second-generation Brightin Star 11mm f/2.8 II full-frame fisheye lens for Z/E/L/RF mount has been officially announced. It will be priced at around $249.99 initially and then go up to $269.99 after April 23rd. Product Parameters Brand Brightin Star Model MF 11mm F2.8II Focal Length 11mm […]

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More Sony a7RVI Rumored Specs Surface

We already have some rumored specs for the Sony a7VI Sony’s A7R VI is set to be released before November 2026, right before the Alpha 7S series The Alpha 7R VI is currently undergoing testing on a small scale BIONZ XR2 processor with 8.5 stops of image stabilisation 30fps 14-bit RAW continuous shooting RAW pre-capture […]

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Sony Savings Sunday

Sony a7RV (Save $900): B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama Sony a7RIV (Save $900): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Sony a7IV (Save $300): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Sony a7CII (Save $200): B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama Sony a7SIII (Save $300): B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama Tamron Lenses Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III RXD FE G2 Save $100: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD Save $100 B&H Photo / Amazon Tamron […]

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LT: Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art Review: Cons – Vignetting

Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II | Art: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Lens Tips posted its full Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art, which you can read here or check out the excerpt below: Pros: solid, weather-sealed casing, excellent image quality in the frame centre, good image quality on the edge of the APS-C sensor, good image quality on […]

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