Nikon announces two affordable and compact telephoto zoom lenses

Nikon So far this year, Nikon’s lens releases have been geared towards APS-C users with a significant focus on a wide-angle perspective. But now, Nikon is shifting far to the other end of the spectrum. The image-making powerhouse has just announced the NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 and Z 70-180mm f/2.8 lenses. Both of these lenses… Continue reading Nikon announces two affordable and compact telephoto zoom lenses

The new Laowa Ranger lens series includes two compact cine zoom

Laowa Third-party lens maker Laowa is perhaps best known for its unique lenses, especially in the macro and wide-angle realm. It also offers a wide range of cine lenses that are much more budget-friendly compared to other brands out there, making them ideal for beginner filmmakers or low-budget productions. And the options have now expanded… Continue reading The new Laowa Ranger lens series includes two compact cine zoom

Sigma announces the 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens for astrophotography

Abby Ferguson Sigma is perhaps one of the most well-known and well-respected third-party lens manufacturers. Its Art line of lenses, in particular, offers quality that rivals OEM lenses, and yet they come at more affordable prices. And now, the company has announced a new Art-series offering in the form of the first 14mm prime lens… Continue reading Sigma announces the 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens for astrophotography

The Nikon Z DX 24mm f/1.7 is a fast wide-angle lens for APS-C cameras

Nikon Nikon has been releasing a little something for everyone so far this year. Just a few weeks ago, the company announced the powerful professional-level Nikon Z8, and earlier this year, it released a budget-friendly power zoom DX lens. And now, Nikon APS-C camera owners get another lens option for their arsenal. The NIKKOR Z… Continue reading The Nikon Z DX 24mm f/1.7 is a fast wide-angle lens for APS-C cameras

The best Memorial Day camera and lens deals: Save on Nikon, Canon, Sony, and more

Abby Ferguson Getting a new camera or lens (or lenses) is exciting; there’s no getting around it. A new piece of equipment can open doors and refresh your creative juices, making you excited about photography again. But, new gear is also very expensive. Many companies don’t offer discounts very often, but this Memorial Day, you… Continue reading The best Memorial Day camera and lens deals: Save on Nikon, Canon, Sony, and more

The Canon EOS R100 is the most affordable and compact EOS R camera yet

Canon’s latest releases show a clear focus on compact gear. Abby Ferguson Canon sure has kept us on our toes lately with plenty of releases. And now, the imaging giant has announced two more new pieces of gear: a new mirrorless camera and wide-angle pancake lens. The EOS R100 is a tiny, beginner-friendly camera. Though… Continue reading The Canon EOS R100 is the most affordable and compact EOS R camera yet

The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 is a compact wide-angle for Fujifilm X-mount cameras

Abby Ferguson Earlier this year, Tamron announced it was working on a fast and compact wide-angle lens for Fujifilm X-mount cameras. Now, the wait is (nearly) over, and the new Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD is here and ready for pre-order. The newest Tamron lens offers a full-frame equivalent focal length of 16.5-30mm. This… Continue reading The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 is a compact wide-angle for Fujifilm X-mount cameras

The Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8 zoom is a fast super-telephoto lens for pros

The newest telephoto zoom lens from Canon is designed and priced for pros. Canon Canon has just released a fast ultra-telephoto zoom for its RF-mount full-frame cameras. The company says that the RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM lens exists in response to requests from photojournalists, sports photographers, and other top-level professionals for a 300mm f/2.8… Continue reading The Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8 zoom is a fast super-telephoto lens for pros

Venus Optics announces a 28mm f/1.2 lens for four mounts

The new Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF is the fastest 28mm out there. Venus Optics Third-party lens manufacturer Venus Optics may not be as well known as the likes of Sigma or Tamron. Nevertheless, the company makes some quality lenses that are typically much more affordable than first-party offerings. That’s in part due to the… Continue reading Venus Optics announces a 28mm f/1.2 lens for four mounts

Sigma announces 17mm and 50mm full-frame primes for Sony E and Leica L mounts

Sigma Sigma created its I Series lenses to offer high-quality compact primes for full-frame Sony E and Leica L shooters. Now, that lineup includes a pair of new lenses, including a super-wide 17mm f/4 DG DN and a standard 50mm f/4 DG DN. Both lenses represent the main tenets of Sigma’s I Series lenses. They… Continue reading Sigma announces 17mm and 50mm full-frame primes for Sony E and Leica L mounts