Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 Pro Announced


The Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 Pro was launched today and is currently available for order only on Amazon for now. There are currently no reviews for this lens, but Viltrox Pro lenses have been well reviewed in the past so I wouldn’t hesitate to give this lens a try.

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Laowa 200mm f/2 Announced and Preorders Started


Laowa 200mm f/2: Venus Optics / B&H Photo / Amazon

Venus Optics has finally announced the Laowa 200mm f/2, and preorders are now available directly from Venus Optics.

The Laowa 200mm f/2 AF FF is designed for full-frame cameras, brings one of the most coveted focal lengths into reach. Traditionally, 200mm f/2 lenses have been ultra-expensive and out of reach for most photographers, reserved for only a few professionals. With a price of just USD 1,799-1,999, a weight of only ~1.588kg (Canon EF) and accurate autofocus, Laowa makes this legendary lens more accessible than ever.

Delivering incredible background separationstunning compression, and outstanding low-light performance, the Laowa 200mm f/2 opens up new creative and affordable possibilities for portraitsports, and event shooters who demand flagship-level results without flagship-level costs.

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SAB: Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art Review: Cons – None


Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II | Art: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sony Alpha Blog posted its full Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art, which you can read here or check out the excerpt below:

Pros

  • Excellent sharpness globally
  • Super Smooth background blur
  • Excellent contrast
  • Excellent Bokeh balls
  • Excellent color rendition
  • Excellent rendering for portrait and skins
  • Excellent AF
  • Compact and light for a F1.2
  • All Weather resistance
  • Excellent build quality
  • Excellent ergonomics
  • Low Distortion
  • Low level of CA
  • No focus breathing
  • Price

Average

  • Resistance to flare
  • Little bit of vignetting at F1.2 but gone at F2
  • Price
  • LoCA visible at F1.2
  • Sharpness could be a little bit better at F1.2/F1.4 vs GM

Cons

  • None

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Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 Pro Coming October 15th


Viltrox 85mm f/1.4 Pro FE: B&H Photo / Amazon
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Viltrox 75mm f/1.2:
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The Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 Pro was first seen a few months ago. Since then, we now have the official release date of Viltrox’s second full-frame lens, following the Viltrox 85mm f/1.4 Pro FE. Viltorx also makes two APS-C Pro lenses the Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 and Viltrox 75mm f/1.2, which are excellent.

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TTArtisan 17mm F4 ASPH. Tilt-Shift Announced


TTArtisan 17mm F4 ASPH. Tilt-Shift has been announced for E-mount and is available via Amazon or directly.

  • Ultra-Wide 17mm Perspective – Perfect for Architecture & Landscape Photography
  • Tilt ±8° & Shift ±8mm – Corrects Perspective Distortion with Precision
  • 360° Rotation (15° Click Stops) – Flexible Composition at Multiple Angles
  • Ultra-Large Image Circle (Φ64mm) – larger than that of medium format lense
  • All-Metal Body with Clicked Aperture Ring – Built for Professional Durability
  • 17 Elements in 11 Groups – Sharp, Clear & Detailed Rendering
  • Closest Focus Distance: 0.3m | Manual Focus
  • Weight: Approx. 1051–1056g

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