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Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE and Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 Pro FE Firmware Updates

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 6, 2025

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

Viltrox released firmware v1.08 for the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE, addressing:
1. Fixed known issues.
2. Improved lens stability.
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Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 Pro: B&H Photo / Amazon

Viltrox released firmware v1.17 for the Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 Pro FE, addressing:
1. Optimized the AF stability of some cameras.
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Posted in 3rd Party Lens, Firmware updates| Tagged Chinese lenses, VILTROX, Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 FE, Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB, Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE, Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 Pro, Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 Pro FE, Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 FE, Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE| 24 Comments

Sony a7V Specs Compared to the Sony a7IV and Canon EOS R6 Mark III

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 5, 2025

Sony a7V: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a7IV: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon EOS R6 Mark III: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

The Sony a7V looks like a great camera for photographers and a compelling replacement for the Sony a7IV.

Feature	Sony a7 V (New)	Sony a7 IV (Predecessor)	Canon EOS R6 Mark III
Sensor Type	33MP Partially Stacked Exmor RS CMOS	33MP BSI Exmor R CMOS	32.5MP CMOS
Processor	BIONZ XR2 + Dedicated AI Processing Unit	BIONZ XR	DIGIC X
Max Burst (Electronic)	30 fps (Blackout-free)	10 fps	40 fps
Max Burst (Mechanical)	10 fps	10 fps	12 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-Burst	Yes (Selectable up to 1.0 sec)	No	Yes (0.5 sec)
In-Body Stabilization	7.5 Stops (5-Axis)	5.5 Stops (5-Axis)	8.5 Stops (Center)
Autofocus System	759 Points + AI Subject Recognition Chip	759 Points (Real-time Tracking)	Dual Pixel CMOS AF II (100% Coverage)
Subject Detection	Human (Pose/Eye), Animal, Bird, Insect, Car, Train, Plane	Human, Animal, Bird	Human, Animal, Vehicle (Car/Bike/Train/Plane)
Max Video Resolution	4K 60p (Full Width) 4K 120p (1.5x Crop)	4K 60p (Super35 Crop) 4K 30p (Full Width)	6K RAW / 4K 120p (Uncropped)
Internal Recording	10-bit 4:2:2 (XAVC S-I / HS)	10-bit 4:2:2	12-bit RAW Internal + Open Gate
Video Tools	Auto Framing (AI), Breathing Comp, Focus Map	Breathing Comp, Focus Map	False Color, Waveforms
LCD Screen	3.2″ 4-Axis Multi-Angle (2.1M dots)	3.0″ Vari-angle (1.04M dots)	3.0″ Vari-angle (1.62M dots)
Viewfinder (EVF)	3.69M dot OLED (0.78x mag)	3.69M dot OLED (0.78x mag)	3.69M dot OLED (0.76x mag)
Card Slots	2x Dual Slots (Both accept CFexpress A or SD UHS-II)	Slot 1: CFexpress A / SD Slot 2: SD Only	1x CFexpress Type B 1x SD UHS-II
Battery Life (CIPA Stills)	~630 shots (LCD)	~580 shots	~510 shots
Connectivity	Full HDMI, USB-C (10Gbps) + USB-C (PD), Wi-Fi 6E	Full HDMI, USB-C (10Gbps), Wi-Fi 5GHz	Full HDMI, USB-C, Wi-Fi 6
Price (Approx. Launch)	$2,899	$2,498 (Launch) / ~$2,298 (Current)	$2,799

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Posted in Sony a7IV, Sony a7V| Tagged Canon EOS R6 Mark III| 12 Comments

Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD Firmware 4 Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 4, 2025

Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Tamron released a new firmware update for the Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD that improves multiple aspects of the lens, available for download here.

1. Improved AF performance during zooming
2. With α9 III, when its focus mode is set to AF-S, DMF, or MF, it will support continuous shooting at up to approximately 120 frames per second
3. Improved of AF assist function.

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Pergear 50mm f/1.2 APS-C Luminous Edition

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 3, 2025

Peargear announced a new lens with luminous markings named the Pergear 50mm f/1.2 APS-C Luminous Edition, and it is available on Amazon.

F1.2 Large Aperture for Dreamlike Bokeh: Featuring an F1.2 maximum aperture and 11 rounded diaphragm blades, this lens produces soft, rounded bokeh with creamy background blur—ideal for creating artistic, professional-level visual effects.
Advanced Optical Design for Crisp Imagery: Constructed with 7 elements in 5 groups, the lens ensures high clarity from center to corner, enhanced contrast, and true color reproduction for sharp, vivid photos every time.
Advanced Optical Design for Crisp Imagery: Constructed with 7 elements in 5 groups, the lens ensures high clarity from center to corner, enhanced contrast, and true color reproduction for sharp, vivid photos every time.
Luminous lens scales, clear in the dark: The innovative fluorescent coating glows in low light, ensuring easy focus handling.No extra light, no pollution. Read settings at a glance. Adjust aperture and focus instantly—react to wind shifts or shooting stars, without missing a beat.
Compact Retro Design, Inspired by the Classics: Drawing inspiration from the legendary AIS 50mm F1.2 from 1981, this lens combines vintage aesthetics with a lightweight, portable build—perfect for carrying anywhere.
APS-C Portrait Lens with 75mm Equivalent Focal Length: Ideal for portraits, street photography, and everyday scenes. With a 0.7m minimum focusing distance, capture fine details and bring your images to life with striking clarity.
Manual Focus for Creative Precision: Slow down and connect with your craft. Enjoy the magical moment as your image sharpens from a blur, rediscovering your passion for photography through this immersive ritual.

Technical specifications:

Attribute	Specification
Focal Length	50mm (75mm equivalent on APS-C)
Maximum Aperture	F1.2
Aperture Blades	11 rounded
Optical Construction	7 elements in 5 groups
Minimum Focus Distance	0.7m (2.3ft)
Aperture Ring	DeClick design
Focus	Manual
Special Feature	Luminous distance scales
Mount Compatibility	Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Canon RF, M4/3 (APS-C)