Category Archives: 3rd Party Lens

OL: Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 – Very Good Results With A Flaw

Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 FE:  B&H Photo / Amazon Optical Limits published its full Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 review which you can read here or check out the excerpt below: The Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 FE is a super affordable ultra-wide lens that is capable of very good results – with a flaw. Technically, it produces […]

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BCN Lens Sales 2023

BCN posted a breakdown of lens sales and third-party manufacturers have really taken off lately with Sigma leading the way at 18.9% followed by Tamron at 17.8%, while Sony produced 14.5%. Tamron and Sigma make great lenses, but I think Tamron has been more consistent at releasing desirable lenses while Sigma can be hit or […]

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Meike AF 85mm F1.4 Announced

Meike announced the Meike AF 85mm F1.4 and it can be purchased from their store on Amazon soon. Specifications Format: Full size Mount: E/Z Focal length: 85mm Aperture value: F1.4-F16 Aperture blades: 12 pieces Lens configuration: 13 elements in 8 groups Shortest shooting distance: 0.98m Maximum imaging magnification: unknown Filter diameter: 77mm Dustproof and splashproof: AF: […]

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Venus Optics Aurogon FF 10-50x NA0.5 Supermicro APO Lens Explored

Venus Optics Aurogon FF 10-50x NA0.5 Supermicro APO: B&H Photo /  Laowa The Venus Optics Aurogon FF 10-50x NA0.5 Supermicro APO is a unique lens that was announced a while ago, but it is only just starting to become available from B&H Photo. There are also some reviews/previews now available that you can watch below […]

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SIRUI Sniper Series 23/33/56mm f/1.2 Now Available From B&H Photo

The SIRUI Sniper Series of lenses is a very interesting series of lenses, but I think the Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 will be one of their most interesting lenses when it comes out along with the Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2. Until then pick up the 3 pack to save if you want to try them […]

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Brightin Star AF 50mm f/1.4 For XF / E / Z Mount Announced

The Brightin Star AF 50mm f/1.4 for XF / E / Z Mount was announced on Instagram today, but the lens isn’t shipping yet. When it does you will be able to find it in Brightin Star’s Amazon shop. Follow SonyAddict on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube Plus, our owners’ groups Sony a1 Owners Group Sony a9 Owners Group […]

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