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credits: Eizo Eizo has announced the ColorEdge CS3200X, a new 31.5-inch 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) monitor for photographers who need consistent, accurate colour for editing and print work. It is the largest model in the current CS Series lineup, and the main difference here is simply the extra space. Compared to smaller displays, it gives you more room to work with high-resolution files while still keeping your tools visible. The monitor covers 99% of Adobe RGB, which is good news

credits: OM System The Micro Four Thirds system has had a pretty turbulent few years. Olympus stepped away from the camera business, Panasonic shifted a lot of its attention to full-frame, and for a while it felt like MFT was slowly fading out. But recently, both OM Digital Solutions and Panasonic have started sounding a bit more optimistic again, and this time there are some more concrete signs behind it. One of the bigger changes is that OM System CEO Shigemi Sugimoto is no

credits: Brightin Star Brightin Star has officially announced the MF 11mm f/2.8 II, a follow-up to its ultra-wide prime that keeps the same extreme field of view but updates both the design and optics. The lens delivers a 182-degree angle of view, which puts it among the widest options you can get for full-frame cameras. That kind of coverage is really about capturing as much of a scene as possible in one frame, often with noticeable distortion, making it more suited for land

credits: Skylum Skylum is marking Luminar Neo’s fourth anniversary with a spring update, and version 1.27 brings a handful of new AI tools, mostly focused on portrait editing. One of the more practical additions is in the Skin AI section, where a new blemish removal slider has been added. Instead of just toggling the effect on or off, you can now control how aggressively things like pimples or skin imperfections are removed. There is also a new slider that lets you soften not

credits: Hasselblad Hasselblad had a big year in 2025, largely thanks to the success of the X2D II 100C. The camera did not just look good on paper, it picked up a lot of attention online and even managed to top sales charts in places like Japan, which is pretty unusual for a medium format system. At the same time, the long-running rumours about a mirrorless camera from DJI, Hasselblad’s parent company, are starting to pop up again. Some of those ideas range from a medium for

credits: Canon Canon once again addressed the long-running question of third-party RF lenses, this time with a more direct message than before. Speaking in a recent interview with Phototrend, Go Tokura, Executive Vice President and head of Canon’s imaging division, confirmed that collaboration with third-party lens manufacturers will intensify. That is a stronger statement than what Canon has said in the past, especially given how cautious the company has been around opening

credits: SmallRig The Fujifilm X-E5 is already a pretty beautiful camera, arguably one of the best-looking new models released last year, and SmallRig wants to make it even more stylish and functional with a new wooden grip and Arca-Swiss tripod plate attachment. The new grip mount plate comes in black or silver metal finishes to match the camera body, paired with either an ebony or rosewood wooden grip. It also includes a set of matching accessories, like a wooden shutter re

credits: LensBaby LensBaby has officially announced the Twist 28, a manual focus 28mm lens with a fixed f/3.5 aperture, built into a small pancake-style body. The feature that makes this lens a bit more special is its Petzval-style rendering, where the centre of the photo stays relatively sharp while the outer areas fall off into that characteristic swirling blur instead of a smooth, even background. On the technical side, the lens uses a fairly simple four-element optical de

credits: Brightin Star Brightin Star is teasing a new lens, and the company is calling it a “new chapter of ultra-wide.” The teaser points to the upcoming Brightin Star MF 11mm f/2.8 II, a follow-up to its existing fisheye lens. As usual with early teasers, details are pretty limited, but the company is obviously trying to build some anticipation with a slightly cryptic message about what the lens “sees” and “how it feels.” Reading between the lines, there are a few things th

credits: PolarPro PolarPro’s new Goldstache filter is here, combining a circular polariser with a low-strength diffusion effect, all in a single piece of glass. It is essentially trying to balance two things that usually work against each other. Diffusion filters soften a photo and lower contrast, while a polariser typically increases contrast and controls reflections. In terms of construction, the filter relies on a 1/4 strength diffusion layer, which is on the lighter side

credits: Thypoch As expected, April Fools’ Day brought the usual wave of jokes across the photo industry, from things like ISO 0 film to weightless camera bags and gimmicky film rolls. But one “announcement” stood out a bit more than the rest. Thypoch shared a concept camera that, even with the timing, does not feel like a typical throwaway joke. Yes, it was posted on April 1 and tagged as such, but compared to most of the other pranks, this one feels a lot more believable. E

credits: Sony New leaks and rumours about Sony’s upcoming A7R VI are starting to surface. According to multiple sources, the camera will feature a 67-megapixel sensor, along with a completely redesigned body. If that resolution number is accurate, it would be a fairly small step up from the 61 megapixels in the A7R V, which came out in late 2022. There is also an unverified spec list going around that adds a bit more detail. It suggests the camera could use a stacked Exmor RS

credits: Canon At CP+ 2026 in Yokohama, Canon gave a pretty in-depth interview to Phototrend, covering everything from third-party RF lenses to where the company sees things heading next. One question stood out. Go Tokura, Executive Vice President and head of Canon’s imaging division, was asked what single technology could fundamentally change photography in the next couple of years. His answer was the shift from 2D to 3D, which he sees as the future of photography. According

credits: Venus Optics Venus Optics is apparently working on a new Laowa-branded wide-angle zoom lens with an f/2.8 aperture and autofocus for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The info comes from a survey the company posted on Weibo, along with a teaser image of a prototype. From what is visible, the lens has a fairly standard layout with separate rings for aperture, zoom, and focus, and the version shown is built for Sony E-mount. Beyond that, there are no other confirmed specs

credits: TTArtisan TTArtisan has released a new silver version of its 11mm f/2.8 fisheye, expanding the existing lineup with a different finish rather than changing anything on the inside. The lens is designed for full-frame mirrorless systems like Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, and L-mount, with additional versions available for DSLR mounts such as EF and F. On the technical side, the lens features an f/2.8 to f/16 aperture range and a 7-blade diaphragm, along with a minimum foc

credits: Canon The patent databases are picking up again, and a few recent filings from Canon, Sigma, and Nikon give a glimpse into what might be coming next. As always, patents do not guarantee actual products, but they do show where companies are putting their focus. In Canon’s case, several new RF-S prime lens designs have surfaced, all built around compact bodies and an f/2.8 aperture. The lineup includes 10mm, 12mm, 18mm, and 28mm lenses, all for APS-C users. The 10mm f/

credits: Thypoch Thypoch, best known for its vintage-style manual focus primes like the Simera 28mm f/1.4, Eureka 50mm f/2, and Ksana 21mm f/3.5, is now moving in a completely different direction. The company has officially teased its first autofocus zoom lens, a 24–50mm f/2.8, marking a pretty significant shift for the brand. So far, Thypoch has built its reputation on manual lenses with classic optical character, so stepping into both autofocus and zoom design at the same t

credits: Fujifilm Recent rumours suggest Fujifilm could be heading toward some big changes in its lineup, especially around the X-H and X-T series. One of the more interesting ideas right now is that Fujifilm might merge the X-H2 and X-H2s into a single camera, possibly called the X-H3, expected sometime in 2027. Up to now, those two models have had pretty clear roles, the X-H2s was built for speed and video with its stacked sensor, while the X-H2 focused more on resolution f

credits: Viltrox The previously reported Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 EVO and AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO full-frame lenses for Nikon Z and Sony E have now leaked, giving us a clearer look at how both lenses are put together. The 35mm f/1.8 EVO uses a 10-element, 8-group design, paired with a 9-blade aperture and an f/1.8 to f/16 range. It can focus as close as 0.4 meters, uses a 55mm filter thread, and weighs somewhere between 340 and 370 grams. Autofocus is handled by an STM motor and there

credits: Sony The global shortage of solid-state memory is starting to hit the photography world in a real way, and Sony is the first major brand to take a step back. The company has announced that it is suspending orders for most of its SD and CFexpress memory cards, citing ongoing semiconductor shortages. According to a notice published by Sony Japan, the decision took effect on March 28, 2026, with both authorised dealers and direct Sony Store customers affected. The suspe

credits: OM System OM Digital Solutions has once again talked about the future of the PEN series, this time a bit more directly than before. In recent interviews with Photolari and Phototrend, company executives confirmed that a new PEN camera is actually planned. Kazuhiro Togashi, Senior Vice President, stated clearly that while there is no specific release date yet, the company does have plans to launch a new PEN series under the OM System brand. Compared to earlier comment

credits: Samyang Samyang’s new AF 35mm f/1.8 P FE prime lens for Sony E-mount is here, and now that the full specs are out (it was first teased at CP+ 2026), it is clear this lens is meant to sit as a smaller, more practical alternative to the faster 35mm f/1.4. It weighs 216 grams and measures 71.5mm in length, making it noticeably more compact. With a 69.8mm diameter and a 62mm filter thread, it is also a better fit for smaller full-frame bodies like Sony’s A7C series. On t

credits: Kodak Eastman Kodak is continuing its recent push in film with the return of the Ektapan name, this time focused entirely on black-and-white photography. The new lineup includes ISO 100, 400, and P3200 variants, all built as continuous-tone panchromatic films. The Ektapan name itself has not been used in decades, it disappeared around 25 years ago when Kodak pushed photographers toward the T-Max series instead. What is interesting now is that these new Ektapan films

credits: Canon The long-rumoured Canon RF 300–600mm lens is making the rounds again, and at this point, it feels like it has been “almost here” for a while. The lens reportedly came up again during a recent dealer meeting, but there is still no real timeline attached to it. The wording has not changed much either, it is now being described as “coming in 2026,” which sounds a lot like last year’s “coming in 2025.” So it is clearly still in development, just not quite ready to

credits: Panasonic Panasonic’s new Lumix ZS300 camera is here. It is a follow-up to the Lumix ZS200 from 2018, and on paper it sticks very closely to what came before. The camera still combines a 15x optical zoom lens with a 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS sensor inside a compact, pocket-sized body. But despite the familiar setup, there is also a notable step backward in terms of usability. At the same time, the release does bring one practical advantage, the ZS200 has been discontinu

credits: UGreen UGreen has announced two new Thunderbolt 5 docking stations, the Maxidok 17-in-1 and 10-in-1. Both docks are built around Thunderbolt 5, offering up to 120Gbps data transfer speeds, which is a big jump over previous generations and meant for creatives working with large files, multiple displays, or generally higher-demand setups. The more advanced model, the Maxidok 17-in-1, includes a slot for an M.2 NVMe SSD (up to 8TB), essentially adding high-speed storage

credits: Sony Adobe has rolled out Lightroom Classic 15.2.1, and with it comes something a lot of Sony users have been waiting for, expanded RAW support for the Sony A7 V. The update adds compatibility for compressed and compressed HQ RAW files, which Adobe says has been one of the most requested features. Lossless compressed RAW was already supported, so this update basically fills in the missing pieces. Lightroom (CC) is expected to get the same support in its next update,

credits: Canon New details, rumours and leaks about the upcoming Canon EOS R7 Mark II are making the rounds. At the centre is a 39MP backside-illuminated stacked CMOS APS-C sensor, which lines up closely with earlier rumours of something around 40MP. More importantly, the stacked design is expected to deliver very fast readout speeds, possibly close to (or even faster than) the EOS R5 Mark II. That would mean less rolling shutter and much better performance when shooting fast

credits: TTArtisan Last year at CP+ 2025, TTArtisan revealed it was working on its first camera, a retro-inspired folding Instax model. Now, the TTArtisan 203T is getting closer to release, although the way the company is handling it is a bit unusual. Alongside the update, TTArtisan shared an unboxing video that gives a better look at how the camera works and what to expect in terms of build and operation. From a technical standpoint, the 203T is fairly interesting. It featur

credits: Thypoch About a week after rumours started circulating about a Chinese manufacturer preparing its first full-frame autofocus zoom lens, it is now becoming clear who is behind it. The original rumour pointed to a company with no prior autofocus experience making a jump straight into a full-frame zoom, and that is exactly what seems to be happening here. At The Photography & Video Show in Birmingham, Digital Camera World got a look at a working prototype of the Thypoch

Just over a month after joining the Micro Four Thirds system, Shenzhen Sonida Digital Technology Co. Ltd. (the company behind Songdian cameras) is already hinting at what might come next. Sonida is mostly known for its ultra-budget compact cameras, many of which are inspired by the look of more popular models. The lineup includes everything from X100-style compacts to action cams and instant cameras, often at very low prices. The overall reputation has not exactly been stella

credits: Viltrox Viltrox has introduced the Vintage Z2 TTL on-camera flash, making it the third entry in the retro-style series after the Z1 and Z3 from last year. The Z2 weighs 52 grams, and the foldable design lets the flash head sit a bit higher above the camera when in use to help reduce shadows, then fold down when you are packing it away. It also has a built-in rechargeable battery that charges via USB-C. The flash supports both TTL and manual control, and it is being r

credits: Viltrox Viltrox has been teasing a couple of new lenses at The Photography and Video Show in Birmingham, including two upcoming Evo Series primes, an AF 35mm f/1.8 and an AF 55mm f/1.8. The company has had a busy stretch lately, coming off CP+ 2026 in Japan and WPPI in Las Vegas, and while it did not have a dedicated booth at CP+, it was still quietly showing off some of these upcoming products. Now in Birmingham, the lenses are being shown publicly, giving a slightl

credits: DxO DxO’s PhotoLab 9.6 is here, bringing over the more advanced noise reduction technology the company only just introduced with PureRAW 6. This update was pretty much expected, but it is still a meaningful one, mainly because it expands support to a much wider range of cameras. Alongside that, DxO is adding new edge-softening controls for its AI masking tools, plus a compressed DNG export option. The biggest change is that DeepPrime XD3 now works with Bayer sensors,

credits: 7Artisans 7Artisans has introduced a new PL Mount Adapter Kit meant to bring professional cinema lenses to a wide range of modern mirrorless cameras. At the center of it is a PL mount adapter paired with interchangeable mounts for Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, and L-Mount cameras. Swap the mount, and you can move the same lens between different bodies. Fujifilm X is not included here, though there are separate adapters out there if you need it. PL lenses are standard in

credits: Canon New details are starting to give a clearer idea of what the Canon EOS R7 Mark II might look like, with fresh reports pointing to a 39-megapixel stacked BSI sensor. That lines up pretty well with earlier rumours from late 2025 that suggested something around 40 megapixels. Compared to the current EOS R7’s 32.5 megapixels, it is a noticeable bump, but not a huge leap. The bigger story here is not the resolution though, it is the type of sensor Canon is reportedly

credits: Fujifilm At the CP+ 2026 show in Yokohama, Fujifilm shared a few insights into where its camera division is heading, including confirmation that the X-Pro series is not going away. In an interview with the French photography publication Phototrend, several Fujifilm representatives, including Jun Watanabe from X-Series product planning, Makoto Oishi from GFX planning, and marketing manager Shugo Kiryu, talked about the company’s current momentum and some of the ideas

credits: Camera Intelligence Caira Camera, developed by Camera Intelligence and previously known as the Alice Camera, drew a lot of attention last year when the company announced plans to integrate Google Nano Banana directly into its imaging pipeline. The idea was to let users make major changes to photos using simple prompts, essentially bringing generative editing into the camera itself. The announcement quickly sparked debate among photographers, and the company now says

credits: ULH The creators of the Ultimate Lens Hood have launched a new campaign featuring three updated products meant to help photographers and videographers shoot through glass without reflections or glare. The lineup includes versions designed for traditional cameras, smartphones, and action cameras. The main product in the new campaign is the ULHpro, which the company describe as the smallest version of the Ultimate Lens Hood so far. One of the biggest changes is the add

credits: Freewell Freewell has introduced a new support system called the Real Multi Tripod 5-in-1, designed to switch between several different configurations depending on how it is being used. The system can operate in Tripod Mode, two different Monopod Modes, Desktop Mode, and Trekking Pole Mode, essentially combining several types of supports into one piece of gear. The idea is simple enough, instead of carrying separate equipment, photographers can reconfigure the same t

credits: Sigma Sigma still doesn’t make lenses for Fujifilm’s medium-format GFX system, and based on recent comments from the company, that unfortunately won’t change anytime soon. With Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts largely closed to Sigma’s full-frame autofocus lenses, it wouldn’t be surprising to see the company look for opportunities elsewhere. One obvious option would be Fujifilm’s GFX mount, which uses a larger sensor than full-frame cameras. But according to Sigma CEO Kaz

credits: Adobe Adobe has brought its promised ‘agentic AI assistant’ to Photoshop, Express, and Acrobat. The first version is fairly limited for now and is currently available as a public beta in Photoshop on the web and mobile, but not on desktop yet. Still, it gives us an early look at how Adobe plans to bring more autonomous AI tools into the Creative Cloud. Inside Photoshop, the new AI Assistant lets you describe the edits you want using simple language. You can ask it to

credits: Canon A newly surfaced Canon patent shows some unusual catadioptric zoom lens designs, and it might offer a hint at how a very fast f/1.4 zoom lens for the RF system could be built without becoming extremely large. Recently there have been multiple reports that Canon is working on a constant f/1.4 zoom, which would fit into the broader trend of increasingly fast lenses. Even Fujifilm has been exploring extremely bright designs, recently floating concepts like a 33mm

credits: Manfrotto Manfrotto has expanded its ONE-series lineup with a new tripod called the ONE Photo, and unlike last year’s ONE Hybrid tripod, this one is meant specifically for photographers. According to Manfrotto, the tripod uses a redesigned structure with a non-rounded leg profile that improves torsional rigidity and overall stiffness. The idea is to provide better stability for high-resolution cameras and long exposures. The tripod incorporates Manfrotto’s XTEND mech

credits: Kase The previously reported Kase 150mm f/5.6 reflex autofocus lens is now officially here. What makes the lens interesting is that it combines a mirror (reflex) optical design with autofocus, something you do not see very often. It is launching for Sony E-mount and Canon EF mount, with the possibility of additional mounts later on. Another more unusual feature is the magnetic front ring, which allows filters and the lens cap to attach magnetically instead of relying

credits: Escura Escura has announced a small cube-shaped camera called Ligar and it is trying something a little different for film photographers. The device attaches to the hot shoe of a film camera and automatically takes a digital photo the moment the camera’s shutter is released. In other words, it captures a digital copy of the moment at the same time the film exposure is made. The idea is partly convenience and partly insurance, if something goes wrong with the film rol

credits: Venus Optics Venus Optics’ new Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D Tilt-Shift and Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D Shift ultra-wide lenses are here Both are designed for full-frame and medium-format mirrorless cameras and are meant for photographers who work with architecture, interiors, or landscapes where perspective control matters. While Canon and Nikon both produced tilt-shift lenses for their DSLR systems, neither company has introduced equivalent lenses for their mirrorless mounts. Th

credits: TTArtisan TTArtisan has expanded its tilt-shift lineup with the 17mm f/4 tilt-shift lens, which is now also available for Nikon Z, Canon RF, and L-mount cameras. The lens had previously been released for Sony E-mount and Fujifilm GFX systems, and this update simply brings the same design to a wider range of mirrorless mounts. With its ultra-wide 17mm focal length and tilt-shift functionality, it is meant for areas like architecture, interiors, and landscape photograp

credits: Canon A new rumour is causing excitement in the Canon community, suggesting the company could be working on a zoom lens with a constant f/1.4 aperture, possibly arriving as early as late 2026. The rumour site CanonRumors reports that there is “pretty good evidence” that such a lens exists. At this point, though, the details are still extremely limited. There is no confirmed focal length range yet, and there is also no information about pricing. The speculation appear

credits: Harman Technology Harman Technology has introduced a new experimental colour film called Switch Azure, and it does something a little unusual with how colours appear in the final photo. Instead of reproducing colours in the typical way, the film deliberately shifts them around. Blues can show up as orange, yellows may turn into bright azure tones, and reds can shift toward purple or blue. The idea is to create a very distinctive look straight from the film itself, wi