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credits: Cyme Peakto 2.6 is here, the latest update of Cyme’s macOS photo and media management software. The main change in this version is a new system-wide duplicate and similarity detection tool. Instead of only scanning a selected folder or catalog, Peakto can now analyse your entire photo library at once, no matter where the files are stored. That includes internal drives, external storage, network drives, and catalogs from various apps. The goal is to identify similar i

credits: Ricoh Ricoh has now officially added the GR IV Monochrome to its lineup, and just like earlier Monochrome models, this one is built around a true black-and-white sensor. There is no colour filter array sitting on top of the 25.7-megapixel APS-C BSI CMOS sensor, which means every pixel is only measuring brightness, not colour. In practice, that usually gives you cleaner fine detail, less noise in the shadows, and smoother tonal transitions compared to converting a col

credits: Brightin Star Brightin Star is teasing two new lenses, and there is already a surprising amount of detail that has been leaked through official company spec sheets. The first is a 50mm f/1.05 full-frame manual focus prime, available for Z, E, RF, and L mounts, and the second is a 60mm f/2.8 APS-C macro lens with 2× magnification, coming for Z, E, X, MFT, RF-S, and EF-M mounts. The 50mm f/1.05 is based on a 10-element, 7-group optical design that includes two high-ref

credits: Fujifilm Fujifilm’s long awaited X-T6 is now expected to arrive in September 2026, and one of the strongest hints so far is coming from an unexpected place, a Vietnamese retailer. Fujifilm Shop by X Camera has already put up a placeholder product page for the X-T6, noting that the camera hasn’t been officially announced and that the details are “for reference only.” Even so, the page includes a long list of specifications that line up surprisingly well with what has

credits: Fujifilm An all-white version of the Fujifilm X Half has been announced. The camera was first mentioned last week as an “overseas” release, which left a lot of room for guessing, but it has since been clarified that the special colour-way is only planned for the Chinese market for now. Fujifilm hasn’t shared any details on pricing or when it will go on sale specifically. The white edition keeps the same design as the standard X Half, just with a new look. Photos show

credits: Thypoch Thypoch just added a new ultra-wide, manual-focus lens to its Leica M lineup with the Ksana 21mm f/3.5 ASPH. It covers a full-frame image circle and delivers a 90.6-degree diagonal field of view, which puts it in the usual 21mm rangefinder category. Physically it is relatively small at about 27.3mm long and weighing 131 grams. The lens uses a 39mm filter thread, has a 42mm front diameter, and is offered in both black and silver finishes. On the optical side,

credits: Novachips Novachips just announced two new CFexpress Type B card families built around the CFexpress 4.0 standard, the Extreme CX4B and the Express CX4B. Both are meant for high-end photo and video workflows that rely on sustained write speed rather than short peak bursts, and both lines have achieved VPG 800 certification, which guarantees a minimum sustained write speed of 800 MB/s on compatible CFexpress 4.0 hardware. The headline detail is capacity, since Novachi

credits: Tamron A newly published Tamron patent has put a spotlight on a 28–70mm f/2.0 zoom lens design, and it is already getting a lot of attention because it lives in the same space as Sony’s very pricey 28–70mm f/2 GM. On paper, this kind of lens is pretty exciting. A constant f/2 aperture across the standard zoom range means more light, more background blur, and a bit more breathing room in low light compared to the usual f/2.8 zooms. Looking a bit closer at the diagram,

credits: Viltrox Viltrox has once again taken to Reddit to discuss some of its future plans. In a reply to a user asking about upcoming gear, the company confirmed that its long-promised 50mm f/1.2 LAB and 85mm f/1.2 LAB lenses are both still on the roadmap and are now expected to arrive this year. The exchange also touched on teleconverters, with Viltrox saying it is currently working on compatibility between its new 2x teleconverter and Sony’s 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM. As for a

credits: Canon The Canon EOS R7 Mark II has been popping up more and more in rumours lately, and at this point everyone expects it to land sometime in the first half of 2026. We are probably still a few weeks, or maybe months, away from anything official, but new (and very promising) leaks about what the camera might look like on a spec sheet have started to circulate. Right now, the R7 Mark II is said to be getting a 39-megapixel sensor, likely a new BSI CMOS design. Whether

credits: Glyph Glyph has announced two new portable SSDs, the Atom EX20 and Atom EX40. Both drives are NVMe-based and built around the idea of sustained performance, specifically situations where large files are written and read continuously over long periods, such as on-set backups, editing directly from external storage, or just dumping multiple cards after a full and long shooting day. The main technical difference between the two models comes down to interface and sustain

credits: Canon Looking ahead into 2026, Canon’s roadmap is starting to look pretty busy, at least based on the rumours that have been circulating recently. After a relatively contained 2025, photographers are curious about what comes next and If there is one camera that feels almost inevitable, it is the Canon EOS R7 Mark II. Talk of a new APS-C flagship has been persistent, and reports suggest it could land in the first half of 2026. Specs are still tin, but higher resolutio

credits: Godox Godox updated its smallest battery-powered strobe with the AD100Pro II. This new flash keeps the same 100Ws output and nine-stop power range from 1/256 to full, but the internal design has been revised to better handle sustained use. A new active cooling system with an internal fan allows the AD100Pro II to fire roughly 60 to 100 full-power flashes in sequence without thermal shutdown, depending on conditions. Recycle times are ranging from about 0.01 seconds a

credits: Nikon Nikon has just announced the Nikkor Z 24–105mm f/4–7.1, a new standard zoom for its full-frame Z-mount mirrorless cameras. The lens can be purchased on its own, but it is also being introduced as a new kit option with the Nikon Z5 II, slotting between Nikon’s existing 24–50mm and 24–200mm kit bundles. From a technical standpoint, the 24–105mm f/4–7.1 uses 12 elements in 10 groups, including one extra-low dispersion element to help manage colour fringing and two

credits: Godox A few days ago, Godox quietly added a new accessory to its lighting lineup with the release of the XR and XRS TTL 2.4GHz wireless receivers, designed to bring broader TTL compatibility and wireless control to existing speedlights. The idea here is that instead of buying into a single brand ecosystem, the XR receiver lets photographers use Canon, Nikon, or Sony flashes more flexibly within Godox’s X wireless system. Both receiver versions feature a built-in 2.4G

credits: Meike Meike has now officially released the AF 23mm f/1.4 prime for APS-C mirrorless cameras, available for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z mounts. On APS-C bodies, the lens gives a field of view equivalent to roughly 35mm on full frame, which puts it in the ‘do-everything’ type of category for street, travel, and general use. It is a fairly compact lens too, measuring about 66.5 × 81 mm and weighing just under 300 grams, depending on mount. Looking at the optics, th

credits: 7Artisans Some extra details have surfaced around 7Artisans’ upcoming LITE autofocus lens lineup, which includes three APS-C primes, 25mm f/1.8, 35mm f/1.8, and 50mm f/1.8, all designed for Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts. As the name suggests, compact size and low weight seem to be the main focus. All three lenses share a very similar physical design, measuring around 67mm in diameter and 51mm in length, and weighing between 178 and 183 grams depending on the focal len

credits: OWC Other World Computing has added an 8TB option to its Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD lineup, and the main point is that it remains fully bus-powered. OWC says this makes it the first Thunderbolt 5 external drive in the world to offer that much capacity without requiring an external power adapter. In terms of design, the 8TB model is identical to the existing Envoy Ultra drives. It uses the same compact enclosure with integrated heatsinking, rubber feet, and a perma

credits: SG-Image SG-image has announced a new 75mm f/1.2 lens designed for medium format cameras, and while pricing and release timing have not been shared yet, a few core details are already known. A fast f/1.2 aperture on a medium format lens is still relatively unusual, so that alone makes it stand out. From a technical standpoint, the lens uses an optical design of six elements in seven groups and features a 12-blade aperture, which should help produce smooth, rounded ou

credits: Leica Leica is apparently getting back into image sensor development, which is an interesting move in a market where most camera brands rely on the same handful of suppliers. The news comes from comments by Dr. Andreas Kaufmann, Chairman of Leica Camera AG’s Supervisory Board, during a recent appearance on the German-language Leica Enthusiast Podcast. While the conversation touched on everything from Leica’s 100th anniversary to recent products, the most notable take

credits: ProGrade The ongoing global shortage of memory chips is starting to spill over into areas that directly affect photographers and videographers. A big part of the problem is the massive demand coming from AI data centres, which are soaking up flash memory and pushing prices higher across the industry. According to a press release from ProGrade Digital’s Japanese operation, that pressure is now translating into higher prices for memory cards and SSDs, Japan being the f

credits: Meike Meike has confirmed its second-generation AF 85mm f/1.8 SE II, a full-frame autofocus portrait lens designed for the Canon EF mount and co-launched under the MEIREC brand. The lens sticks with the classic 85mm f/1.8 formula that has long been popular for portraits, low-light shooting, and subject separation, but brings an updated SE II autofocus design. It is meant for photographers still using Canon EF DSLRs and those shooting on Canon RF mirrorless bodies via

credits: Canon The Canon EOS R7 Mark II has been floating around the rumour mill for a long time now, but what is starting to firm up is the release time. The camera is now expected to ship in the first half of 2026, which adds a bit more confidence to earlier reports that simply pointed to “2026” in general. There is still no clear announcement date, but the current thinking is that Canon will wait until after the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show, which usually wraps up in ea

credits: Sigma A newly published patent has revealed an interesting optical design for a 24mm f/2.0 lens with an image circle that goes well beyond full-frame. According to the patent documents, the lens is designed to cover sensors larger than 35mm full-frame, including the 44×33mm format used by Fujifilm GFX and Hasselblad X2D cameras. That alone makes it exciting, since wide-angle lenses with fast apertures are still pretty rare in the medium-format world. The design appea

credits: Sony Alpha Rumors A photo of a new SG-Image’s 35mm pancake lens has leaked, giving us an early look at what appears to be the company’s next compact full-frame prime. The lens was spotted mounted on a Sony A7c, with current information pointing to availability for Nikon Z and Leica L mounts as well. According to the leaker, this is a near-production version, and the retail bundle will include a metal square lens hood. In terms of specs, the details that have surfaced

credits: Nikon Nikon is rumoured to be doubling down on video-focused development in 2026, with talk of multiple firmware updates for the Nikon ZR and even a new, more affordable sibling camera. According to multiple reports, the company plans to continue the firmware-heavy approach it has taken over the past few years, where cameras see meaningful feature upgrades long after launch. Given how central video is to the ZR’s identity, it is expected to be one of the main benefic

credits: Canon The Canon EOS R3 Mark II is starting to appear more consistently in the rumour cycle, with growing speculation that Canon could be preparing it for a pre-Olympics reveal. While there is still no official confirmation, the timing alone has caught people’s attention. Canon has a long history of aligning professional camera announcements with major sporting events, and the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan would be a very logical moment to introduce or at least tease

credits: Brightin Star Brightin Star has added another manual-focus prime to its lineup with the release of the 35mm f/1.4 for full-frame mirrorless cameras. It is a pretty straightforward lens meant for photographers who prefer compact gear and mechanical controls over autofocus and electronics. The lens is available for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, L-mount systems and comes in black or silver. Physically, the lens weighs 218 grams and measures about 42mm in length. The body i

credits: Fujifilm Rumours around Fujifilm’s 2026 lineup are starting to solidify, with multiple sources pointing to a broader generational update across both the X Series and GFX systems. At the center of these rumours is a new 5th-generation X-Trans CMOS sensor paired with an updated X-Processor, expected to debut across three key X-series bodies, the X-T6, X-Pro4, and X-H3. The focus appears to be on faster sensor readout, reduced rolling shutter, improved low-light perform

credits: Xiaomi Chinese smartphone makers have been leaning more and more into photography, and Xiaomi’s newest flagship fits right into that pattern. The company has officially revealed the Xiaomi 17 Ultra by Leica, a camera-heavy phone that puts a lot of emphasis on manual control and hardware features photographers usually don’t associate with phones, the most eye-catching detail being a physical zoom ring built into the camera module. On the camera side itself, the phone

credits: Nikon When Nikon introduced the RED-backed ZR hybrid camera back in September, it also quietly announced a matching shotgun microphone, the ME-D10. That mic has taken a bit longer to show up, but it is now finally available to buy. The camera’s built-in microphone already supports 32-bit float recording, which is still pretty rare outside of dedicated audio gear. That said, built-in mics are always a compromise, and Nikon sees the ME-D10 as the more serious option. T

credits: Weibo Laowa appears to be working on a new macro lens. This in itself isn't particularly noteworthy, as there are currently 17 Laowa macro lenses. However, this latest lens is rather special thanks to it offering up to 10x magnification. For reference, a typical macro lens tops out at 1×, meaning the subject is reproduced at life size on the camera sensor. Even Laowa’s own lineup usually stops at 5×, so doubling that is a pretty big jump. The new lens is said to deli

credits: Meike The Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II has been released for Canon EF mount, with more EF optics for Canon's EOS DSLRs supposedly on the way. The lens is a full-frame design and matches the core specs of the Sony E and Nikon Z versions that have already been on the market for a while. At 369 grams, it is relatively lightweight for an 85mm f/1.8, and it keeps a fairly compact profile while still offering autofocus and electronic communication with the camera. Optically

7Artisans is teasing a new “Lite” series of lenses in China, designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras, and from what has been shared so far, the idea seems pretty straightforward, small, light, and easy to carry. Exact specs aren’t out yet, but 7Artisans says the focal lengths are meant to cover everyday use cases, including street and travel photography. The most eye-catching detail so far is the weight. Each lens in the Lite series is said to come in at around 180 grams, which

credits: Nikon New reports from China are reviving talk of a long-rumoured Nikon D500 successor, this time with more specific technical claims. According to these sources, Nikon is developing a new APS-C flagship camera with a resolution of around 32 megapixels. The timing is notable, as the original D500 will mark its 10th anniversary on January 5, 2026, even though the DSLR has long since been discontinued. Nikon’s current APS-C mirrorless lineup leaves a clear gap where a

credits: Sony Sony has released a new firmware update for the original Alpha a1, continuing long-term support for its first flagship mirrorless camera. Firmware version 4.00 concentrates on usability refinements, autofocus flexibility, and professional workflow features. Shooting information now automatically adjusts when switching between landscape and portrait orientation, and the Focus Area menu has been expanded with new Spot XS and Spot XL options, along with additional

credits: TTArtisan TTArtisan has added a silver finish to its AF 40mm f/2 lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, and L-mount cameras. It is not a new lens in any technical sense, just a cosmetic update to the existing black version, but the lighter finish gives it a more old-school look that will probably appeal to people using retro-style camera bodies. Other than the colour, everything else stays the same. The lens itself sits in a pretty practical spot. At 40mm on full frame, it is a s

credits: Canon The Canon EOS R7 Mark II is shaping up to be one of Canon’s more interesting upcoming releases, and fresh rumours suggest it may end up being a fairly serious APS-C camera. After missing what many expected to be a late-2025 announcement, new reports now point to a launch in the first half of 2026, possibly even ahead of CP+ in Japan at the end of February. That would put it back on the near-term roadmap rather than something further out. The biggest talking poi

credits: SmallRig SmallRig has rolled out a set of accessories designed specifically for the Ricoh GR IV. The lineup includes a leather half case, multiple strap options, a thumb grip, a compact lens hood with an integrated UV filter, and a slim crossbody-style bag. The leather half case improves grip while keeping all buttons, doors, and dials accessible, and it includes a built-in tripod socket so it doesn’t have to come off when mounting the camera. The thumb grip slides i

credits: Meike Meike’s new 23mm f/1.4 autofocus prime for APS-C mirrorless cameras is here, launching for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z mounts. On APS-C bodies, the 23mm focal length translates to a roughly 35mm full-frame equivalent, making it a pretty versatile option for everyday shooting including street and travel photography. From a technical standpoint, the lens uses an optical design of 13 elements in 11 groups and features a nine-blade aperture. Meike lists a minim

credits: 7Artisans 7Artisans has announced a new manual-focus fisheye lens, the MF 6mm f/2. Available for Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Micro Four Thirds mounts, the lens delivers an 220-degree diagonal field of view. That puts it well beyond the coverage of most fisheye lenses in this class, which usually top out around 180 degrees. From a technical standpoint, the MF 6mm f/2 uses an optical design of 10 elements in 8 groups and features a nine-blade aperture wi

credits: Leica Leica rolled out firmware version 4.0.0 for the SL3 and SL3-S, alongside a parallel update for the entire Q3 lineup, and it is one of the more meaningful software updates the company has released in a while. Autofocus gets most of the attention. On the SL3 series, tracking has been refined so the focus area can now dynamically change size and shape while following a subject. Face and eye detection for humans has also been reworked using updated AI models, and s

credits: Viltrox Viltrox’s 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens is now available for Nikon Z-mount cameras. It mirrors the earlier Sony E-mount version in both design and specifications, aiming to offer the same level of performance. The optical formula consists of 15 elements in 10 groups, including five ED elements, three high-refractive elements, and two ultra-aspherical elements. Viltrox says the goal here is consistent sharpness across the frame, even when shooting wide open at f/1.2, wh

credits: Ricoh Ricoh has officially added another variant to its GR lineup with the launch of the GR IV HDF. At its core, it is the same GR IV that was announced earlier, built around a new 25.7-megapixel APS-C sensor and an updated 28mm-equivalent f/2.8 lens, along with the familiar GR handling and interface. What makes the HDF version different is the inclusion of Ricoh’s Highlight Diffusion Filter, which can be switched on or off using a dedicated button on the back of the

credits: Nikon Nikon has rolled out firmware version 5.30 for the Z9, continuing what has been a pretty remarkable run of post-launch support for its flagship mirrorless camera. Even though the Z9 has been around since late 2021, Nikon is still pushing meaningful updates rather than just maintenance fixes. This release lands more than a year after the major 5.00 update and builds on the smaller 5.20 update from earlier this year. The headline of the update is autofocus. Nikon

credits: VILTROX Rumours are starting to swirl that Viltrox could soon enter Canon’s APS-C mirrorless ecosystem, something that would be a pretty big deal for RF-S users. According to multiple reports from sites like Canonrumors and Canonbuzz, Canon may be preparing to allow Viltrox to release its own APS-C prime lenses for RF-mount cameras. Nothing is confirmed yet, but if it happens, it would mark the first time Viltrox brings its modern APS-C lineup to Canon’s current mirr

credits: Adobe/Open AI Adobe teamed up with Open AI to integrate Photoshop, Adobe Express, and Acrobat directly into ChatGPT, allowing users to handle a range of creative and document-related tasks without leaving the chat interface. The idea, according to Adobe, is to let people move quicker on everyday work by using text commands instead of jumping between apps. Users can now ask ChatGPT to perform actions like editing images, creating simple designs, or working with PDFs,

credits: 7Artisans 7Artisans has officially announced its new MF 50mm f/1.2 APS-C prime for Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, and Micro Four Thirds mounts. Designed purely as a mechanical lens, it targets photographers who value fast apertures and hands-on control over autofocus or electronic communication. On APS-C sensors, the 50mm focal length translates to a short-telephoto field of view, while on Micro Four Thirds it behaves more like a classic portrait lens. From an optical

credits: Leica/Capture One Leica Camera AG and Capture One have announced a new partnership, with the aim of improving tethered shooting and editing workflows for Leica photographers. The focus is on tighter integration between Leica cameras and Capture One’s software, with an emphasis on stable connections, faster image transfer, and more dependable Live View performance. According to both companies, the goal is to make tethered shooting smoother and more predictable, whethe

credits: Brightin Star Brightin Star just added a new wide-angle option to its autofocus lineup with the AF 24mm f/1.8, available for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts. It is a full-frame lens meant for everyday shooting, covering a focal length that works well for street photography, travel, environmental portraits, and general wide-angle use. With a minimum focusing distance of about 32 cm, it lets you get fairly close to a subject while still keeping a good amount of context in th