Canon Introduces Kokomo, a Social VR Platform That Uses its Cameras

Canon has announced that it is developing a virtual reality (VR) software platform that it is calling Kokomo. It is designed with the intention of changing human communication by combining VR with “immersive” Canon camera-powered video calls. Kokomo is described by Canon as an “innovative” software solution that will provide users with a way to… Continue reading Canon Introduces Kokomo, a Social VR Platform That Uses its Cameras

Zhong Yi Optics Launches the Mitakon Speedmaster 90mm f/1.5 Lens

Zhong Yi Optics has announced the Mitakon Speedmaster 90mm f/1.5 manual focus portrait lens for full-frame Leica M, Canon RF, Sony FE, and Nikon Z mounts. The company says its new portrait prime provides a medium telephoto angle of view, great control of depth of field, and the ability to render distortion-free portraits with well-controlled… Continue reading Zhong Yi Optics Launches the Mitakon Speedmaster 90mm f/1.5 Lens

Venus Optics Unveils Smallest 2x Macro for Full Frame: 85mm f/5.6 APO

Venus Optics has announced the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO, a lens it claims is the smallest 2x macro for any full-frame camera. It is available for Nikon Z, Canon RF, Sony E, and Leica M mounts. Venus Optics says that the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO is specially designed for… Continue reading Venus Optics Unveils Smallest 2x Macro for Full Frame: 85mm f/5.6 APO