Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang 14-24mm f/2.8 Coming April 22nd

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 20, 2025


We have been tracking the Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang 14-24mm f/2.8 for a while, but we have a likely release date of April 22nd now.

  • Compact design
  • Filter size: 77mm
  • Minimum focusing distance: 18cm
  • Expected price: around $1,000
  • Sample photos
  • Technological Innovation: The world’s first 14-24mm (Sony E) compatible super-wide zoom lens allows front filters
  • Ultra-Close-Up Shooting: Minimum focusing distance of just 0.18m
  • Compact & Lightweight Design: Dimensions: 88.8 x 84.0mm | Weight: 445g
  • Jointly Developed with LK Samyang: A perfect blend of German optical expertise and advanced manufacturing technology

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Sony Alpha 1 Mark II, Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM, Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS, and Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II TIPA WORLD AWARDS 2025

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 19, 2025


TIPA WORLD AWARDS 2025 BEST FULL FRAME PROFESSIONAL CAMERA Sony Alpha 1 Mark II
Top-of-the-line features join compact size and advanced photo and video technology in the Sony Alpha 1 Mark II. High-resolution output, focusing accuracy and speed, and AI-driven innovations, now including a powerful pre-capture feature, combine in this ideal camera for everything from commercial to portrait, and sports to nature photography. Engineered for professional photographers and videographers, it features an upgraded processing engine, improved 8K video recording, and robust connectivity options, along with superior ergonomics and rugged construction built to withstand demanding shooting environments. With cutting-edge technology and enhanced creative controls, the Sony Alpha 1 Mark II redefines high-performance imaging in professional applications.

Sony Alpha 1 II: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama


TIPA WORLD AWARDS 2025 BEST STANDARD ZOOM LENS Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM
If there’s one zoom lens that most seasoned photographers have in their camera bag, it’s a 28-70mm focal length, a range that makes it eminently flexible and suitable for landscapes, portraits, and more. The Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM is a high-performance, versatile zoom with a constant f/2.0 aperture that delivers exceptional low-light performance and beautiful background blur. The lens features advanced optical design with multiple aspherical and extra-low dispersion elements, reducing chromatic aberrations and distortion and ensuring sharp, clear images throughout the zoom range. Its fast and accurate autofocus system, coupled with a rugged and weather-sealed build, makes it a go-to lens for both still and video applications.

Sony FE 28-70mm f/2 GM: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama


TIPA WORLD AWARDS 2025 BEST ENTHUSIAST TELEPHOTO LENS Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS
Wildlife photographers need a lens that brings them up close and personal to enable intimate portraits of nature’s wonders. This super tele Sony is designed for easy compatibility with 1.4x and 2x teleconverters, which extends its reach to an amazing 1120 or 1600mm. The lens has been designed with a short rotational throw, making for quick reactions to changing subject movement, plus its weight of just 5.4 lbs (2.45 kg) allows for quick focusing adjustments that are often keys to success. Smooth and rich bokeh, for separating subjects from often busy backgrounds, is delivered by its 11-blade diaphragm, plus its dust- and moisture-resistant design can withstand often difficult field conditions.

Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama


TIPA WORLD AWARDS 2025 BEST PORTRAIT LENS Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
The 85mm focal length lens has long been considered the prime choice for portraiture, allowing for a comfortable working distance between subject and photographer and encouraging creative background effects. Faster and lighter than its predecessor, this G Master lens is ideal for both still and video use whether in the studio or on location. Its XD Linear Motor delivers fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus while its 11-bladed diaphragm, coupled with its very wide maximum aperture, delivers gorgeous bokeh effects. Video friendly as well, it provides focus tracking up to 120p as well as minimization of focus breathing when used with compatible Sony still and cine cameras.

Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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OL: Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE Review

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 18, 2025


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

Optical Limits 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:

Viltrox delivered another impressive lens – this time the ultra-fast Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE. It’s not only fast, but also capable of producing great image quality. It’s very sharp at f/1.2 and reaches greatness from f/2. Lateral CAs are low. Axial CAs are noticeable at large aperture settings, although not excessive. The vignetting is typical for such a lens. Images shows a slight pincushion distortions – and our pre-prod sample didn’t have a correction profile to eliminate them. The background bokeh is very smooth and out-of-focus highlights are nicely rendered.

The build quality is up to professional standards thanks to a weather-sealed all metal housing. The focus control ring is smooth.

Pro

  1. Very sharp even at f/1.2, superb from f/2
  2. Nice background bokeh

Con

  1. It’s heavy
  2. LoCAs at f/1.2
  3. No distortion correction profile (in out pre-prod sample, but this may be added via firmware)

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Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE Orders Started and Reviews

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 17, 2025


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

The Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB was announced yesterday, and it can be ordered from several retailers today.

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Sony 800mm f/5.6 and Sony 400mm f/4 Patents Found With Sony 400mm f/2.8 and 500mm f/4 Filling

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 17, 2025


Sony 400mm f/2.8 FE: B&H Photo / Amazon/ Adorama

Patents have been filed for a Sony 800mm f/5.6 and a Sony 400mm f/4 that were filed alongside the Sony 400mm f/2.8 and 500mm f/4. You can check them out below.

overview

  • [Publication number] P2025063175
  • [Release date] 2025-04-15
  • [Title of invention] Optical system and imaging device
  • [Application date] 2025-01-14
  • [Show division] Division of P 2021524834 
    [Original application date] 2020-06-01
  • [Applicant]
    [Identification number] 000002185
    [Name or company name] Sony Group Corporation
  • It is desirable to provide an optical system that is lightweight, easy to handle, and has high optical performance across the entire screen, and an imaging device equipped with such an optical system.
  • [Background Art]
    [0002]
    In recent years, the number of pixels in the image sensors used in interchangeable lens digital camera systems has been increasing, and optical systems are being required to provide correspondingly high image quality. In addition, small and lightweight camera bodies are the norm for the interchangeable lens mirrorless cameras that have become popular in recent years, and optical systems are being required to be smaller and lighter, and such optical systems have been developed (see Patent Document 1).
  • [0004]
    On the other hand, telephoto lenses compatible with large image sensors such as full-size sensors generally end up being large in size, so the optical system is required to have a weight balance with the center of gravity close to that of the camera body, which is suitable for small, lightweight camera bodies in terms of maneuverability.
  • It is desirable to provide an optical system that
    is lightweight, easy to handle, and has high optical performance over the entire screen, and an imaging device equipped with such an optical system.


Example 1

  • Focal length: 497.08
  • F-number: 4.12
  • Half angle of view: 2.47
  • Image height: 21.633
  • Overall length: 416.13
  • Back focal length: 35.63


Example 2

  • Focal length: 388.00
  • F-number: 2.91
  • Half angle of view: 3.15
  • Image height: 21.633
  • Total length: 380.75
  • Back focal length: 28.23


Example 3

  • Focal length: 776.00
  • F-number: 5.83
  • Half angle of view: 1.57
  • Image height: 21.633
  • Total length: 498.28
  • Back Focus: 24.21


Example 4

  • Focal length: 581.97
  • F-number: 4.12
  • Half angle of view: 2.11
  • Image height: 21.633
  • Overall length: 455.32
  • Back Focus: 39.18


Example 10

  • Focal length: 388.0
  • F-number: 4.12
  • Half angle of view: 3.15
  • Image height: 21.633
  • Overall length: 352.00
  • Back focal length: 34.68

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Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB Announced

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 16, 2025


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

Viltrox announced the Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB, which we have been covering for quite a while.


1. HyperVCM Motor: Speed Meets Precision
Powered by Viltrox’s proprietary HyperVCM motor, the lens achieves 150% faster focus than traditional STM systems, with micron-level accuracy and lightning-fast 100ms near-far focus transitions. Ideal for capturing fleeting moments in portraits, events, or dynamic video work.


2. Flagship Optical UA Lens Design
With Ultra-Large & Precision Aspherical Elements, the lens delivers edge-to-edge clarity even at its blazing-fast F1.2 aperture. Designed for ultra-high-pixel sensors, it resolves intricate textures—skin pores, hair strands, fabric weaves—with stunning fidelity, whether shooting close-ups or infinity landscapes.


3. F1.2 Ultra-Large Aperture: Master of Bokeh
Create cinematic depth with lush, dreamy backgrounds and pristine highlight rendering. The F1.2 aperture isolates subjects effortlessly, transforming chaotic scenes into gallery-worthy compositions—perfect for portraits, astrophotography, or low-light storytelling.


4. Macro to Infinity: Seamless Sharpness
A 0.34m minimum focus distance and 0.17x magnification unlock macro capabilities, while the dual floating internal focus system ensures real-time aberration correction. Edge-to-edge sharpness remains consistent from intimate close-ups to sweeping vistas.


5. Advanced Optical Construction
14 elements in 9 groups—including 2 UA lenses, 5 low-dispersion elements, and 3 high-refractive-index elements—combat chromatic aberration and flare. Even in harsh lighting, the lens maintains premium color accuracy, dynamic contrast, and near-zero purple/green fringing.

6. Pro-Grade Customization

  • 2 customizable Fn buttons for instant access to frequently used settings.
  • Multi-function control ring with click/clickless switch for silent video adjustments.
  • AF/MF switch for tactile control.

 

Technical Specifications

  • Mount: Sony E-mount (FE)
  • Aperture: f/1.2 – f/16 | Blades: 11 rounded
  • Filter Thread: 77mm | Weight: 920g
  • Angle of View: 64.2° | Focus System: Dual floating internal focus
  • Build: Dust- and moisture-resistant

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