Ref.: https://brightinstar.com/products/brightin-star-mf-50mm-f1-05-full-frame-manual-focus-prime-lens SpecificationsOptical construction10 elements in 8 groups (2x LD, 2x HR)Number of aperture blades15min. focus distance0.57mDimensionsφ 68 x 82mmWeight606gFilter size58mmHood-Other featuresAll-manualMountsE/L/R/ZRetail Price$270 USD
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SpecificationsOptical construction25mm: 8 elements in 5 groups (5x HR?)35mm: 7 elements in 6 groups (5x HR?)50mm: 6 elements in 5 groups (3x HR?)Number of aperture blades9min. focus distance25mm: 0.25m35mm: 0.35m50mm: 0.55mDimensionsφ 67 x 51mmWeight25mm: 183g35mm: 181g50mm: 178gFilter sizeφ 58mmHoodpetal-shaped (supplied)Other features-MountsE/Z/X-mount (APS-C)Retail Price$? USD
Ref.: https://www.nikon.com/company/news/2026/0107_imaging_01.html PRESS RELEASE TOKYO – Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the release of the NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1, a standard zoom lens compatible with full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras.The NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 allows users to make the most of its broad, 24-105mm wide-angle to medium-telephoto range of focal lengths, letting them express themselves through images of a variety of scenes and subjects, such as expansive landscapes, distant subjects, table photos and snapshots of people. Despite its versatility, the lightweight design of this 350-g lens ensures excellent portability. The ease with which it can be carried makes it ideal…
The Fujinon XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR is a wide-angle prime lens designed for Fujifilm’s X-Mount cameras. With a 23 mm focal length (equivalent to roughly 35 mm on full-frame systems) and a maximum f/1.4 aperture, it sits in a classic focal range often used for street, documentary, landscape, and general-purpose photography. Unsurprisingly, the Fujinon isn’t cheap at around $1000 USD but that’s unsurprising given the large aperture. Differences Compared to the Predecessor This WR version replaces the earlier Fujifilm XF 23mm f1.4 R prime, first released in 2013. Key changes include: SpecificationsEquiv. focal length”35mm” (full format equivalent)Equiv. aperture”f/2.1″…
Ref.: https://brightinstar.com/products/brightin-star-35mm-f1-4-full-frame-large-aperture-manual-focus-lens?ref=5uvixcp4 SpecificationsOptical construction7 elements in 6 groups (1x LD, 1x HR)Number of aperture blades10min. focus distance0.3m (max magnification ?)Dimensionsφ 55.x 42mmWeight218gFilter size49mmHoodbarrel-shaped (optional)Other featuresFully manualAperture Ring (declickable)MountsE-mount, Z-mount, Canon R, X-mount, L-mountRetail Price$169 USD
The Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR Lens is a mid-telephoto prime lens. With a 56 mm focal length (equivalent to roughly 85 mm on full-frame), it sits in a classic portrait-oriented range. The optical layout includes multiple aspherical and low-dispersion elements and an 11-blade diaphragm. The barrel incorporates sealing against dust and moisture and is rated for operation in cooler conditions. Priced at around $1100 USD, it isn’t exactly an affordable lens, but OEM lenses this fast are rarely cheap. This WR (weather-resistant) version succeeds the earlier Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R (non-WR) in the XF lineup. Compared with the predecessor, the updated model has: The…
The Nikkor Z 180–600mm f/5.6–6.3 VR expands Nikon’s Z-mount lineup into the super-telephoto zoom range, addressing the gap for photographers requiring very long reach. Covering focal lengths from 180mm through 600mm, it is positioned squarely for wildlife, sports, and aviation use, where flexibility and reach are primary considerations. The lens also represents an evolution from Nikon’s DSLR-era AF-S 200–500mm f/5.6E ED VR. Priced at around $2000 USD, the Z 180–600mm f/5.6–6.3 VR remains just attainable for normal mortals. From a design and specification standpoint, the lens closely follows a formula that has already proven popular in the mirrorless market -…
When rumors about the Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM emerged, there was lots of excitement. An ultra-large aperture lens from Canon for as little as $470USD.? We all know Canon, and Canon lenses ain’t cheap – often for good reasons. They also have some less than impressive consumer-grade lenses for little money. So into which category falls the lens at hand here? Let’s find out. The build quality is typical of Canon’s entry level offerings. The lens barrel is made of decent-quality engineering plastic based on a metal mount. The lower part of the lens feels a little hollow, but…
Today, we are discussing something very different. It’s rare that a fast, long tele prime lens finds its way into the lab – also because there are only a few of them anyway. And even fewer are available from third-party manufacturers. And it’s even more baffling that this one comes from a Chinese vendor – so let’s welcome the Laowa AF FF 200mm f/2 C-Dreamer. The lens is available for $1799 in Canon EF-mount and $1999 in Sony E- & Nikon Z-mount – so yes, it’s a hybrid design for both Canon DSLRs and mirrorless systems. Let’s see how it…