A Beginners Guide to Autofocus Part II: Modes and Tracking
In this, the second in a series of articles about autofocus, we will look at different focusing modes and their practical applications. [Read More] petapixel.com »
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A Beginner’s Guide to Focusing: How Camera Autofocus Works
There’s a lot more to focusing than many novice photographers realize. When they delve into it, it can seem complex. However, it is easy to master once you have found your way around your camera. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2025-9-15 14:45
From the IBC show: NEw Viltrox NEXUS PL to E Pro Autofocus adapter and 50mm f/1.4 PRO lens
Newsshooter is covering the IBC show andthey did tow videos about the new PL to E autofocus adapter (cool!) and the new Viltrox lenses including the 50mm f/1.4 PRO: The post From the IBC show: NEw Viltrox NEXUS PL to E Pro Autofocus adapter and 50mm f/1.4 PRO lens first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »
2025-9-15 00:39
Sigma’s 28-45mm T2, Its First-Ever Autofocus Cine Lens, Arrives in November
Sigma has announced that it's first-ever autofocus-equipped cinema lens will be arriving in November. The 28-45mm T2 FF, which has been in development for over a year, will cost $3,399. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2025-9-9 11:00
Bobby Tonelli: I Met the Sony A1 II Autofocus Engineer and This Is What He Taught Me
This story really highlights just how powerful Sony Alpha cameras are—far beyond what you might expect. The autofocus system offers an incredible level of customization, and it’s clear that Sony’s engineers have put a great deal of thought and expertise into every detail. sonyalpharumors.com »
2025-9-8 16:35
Fujifilm is trying to help its users understand its autofocus system
Image: Fujifilm Fujifilm has put out a series of support documents that aim to help people get the most out of its cameras' autofocus systems. The articles, which explain the continuous autofocus custom settings and offer advice for shooting particular types of subjects, contain lots of details that previously wouldn't have been as easy to find. dpreview.com »
2025-7-30 20:12
Canon Claims it Has the Best Autofocus in the Industry
Speaking to PetaPixel at CineGear Expo in Los Angeles, Canon executives expressed their belief that the company remains an industry leader despite increased competition, especially when it comes to autofocus technology. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2025-7-29 21:49
Why Modern Autofocus Sucks and It Hasn’t Improved Since 2017
The last DSLR that I reviewed was the Nikon D850. In that review, I steadfastly say that, "I’m over DSLRs at this point despite the fact that I acknowledge them as fantastic image making devices. " I also state somewhere else in the review that unless a DSLR is packing a medium format sensor, that I don't care about it. thephoblographer.com »
2025-7-8 07:00
The Anatomy of Autofocus: How Cameras and Lenses Achieve Perfect Focus
Autofocus (AF) is one of the most significant advancements in the history of photography. From the first autofocus camera -- the Konica C35 AF in 1977 -- to the first true autofocus ILC, the Minolta Maxxum 7000. petapixel.com »
2025-7-3 21:51
Laowa Adds a 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D Autofocus Lens for Nikon Z and Sony E
Venus Optics has announced the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF, a new full-frame ultra-wide-angle lens designed specifically for mirrorless camera systems. While some configurations are manual focus only, the Nikon Z and Sony E versions feature autofocus. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2025-6-27 19:35
The 3 Best Fujifilm Cameras with Fast Autofocus
Many photographers today wish to switch to Fujifilm. Why? Well, there is so much to like: the retro, rangefinder-style camera body, image quality, compactness, and film simulation, to name a few. The X series cameras, despite housing APS-C sensors, are still liked by serious enthusiasts and professionals. thephoblographer.com »
2025-6-19 10:00
Will Canon Create Smarter, Faster Autofocus Lenses
Canon has some exceptional cameras that have been perfect for fast-paced photography. Models such as the 5D series, the R3, and the R5 have been recommended for a variety of photographers. These cameras offer great autofocus, and with them, lenses such as the 100-500mm f4. thephoblographer.com »
2025-6-5 16:00
Sigma’s CEO Talks Cinema, Autofocus, BF Sales, and More! | The PetaPixel Podcast
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team is in Burbank, California at the Sigma west coast headquarters to meet with the company's CEO Kazuto Yamaki and discuss the company's new set of Aizu Prime cinema lenses. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2025-6-5 21:01
In Defense of the Autofocus Confirmation Beep
One of the first things that everyone does when they get a new camera is disable the autofocus confirmation beep. The reason why it's activated to begin with is because of the need for an audio confirmation that the camera you're using is actually acquiring and locking with its autofocus. thephoblographer.com »
2025-5-20 07:00
This Could Fix Camera Autofocus Problems. So Why Don’t Manufacturers Use It?
One of the biggest problems that we've consistently reported on has to do with the autofocus on cameras of all sorts. In several cases, they can't focus on dark subjects in very low light. Specifically, we're talking about humans. thephoblographer.com »
2025-5-15 07:00
Canon EOS R5 Mark II Autofocus Issue: Is Firmware 1.0.3 to Blame?
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been chasing down a strange autofocus issue with my Canon EOS R5 Mark II — one that left me scratching my head and wondering if I’d lost my touch. Back in March, Canon released firmware 1. canonrumors.com »
2025-5-13 12:22
Venus Optics teases the launch of new E-mount autofocus lenses
Multiple new E-mount autofocus lenses will soon be announced by Venus Optics. Some of them are macros. There is also a new 15mm f/4.5 FF 2x macro: The post Venus Optics teases the launch of new E-mount autofocus lenses first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »
2025-5-13 08:40
5 Best Mirrorless Cameras for Fast Autofocus That Professionals Love
Unlike DLSRs, mirrorless cameras have innovated technology so much, which allows one to get speedy autofocus for fast paced photography. These cameras help photographers not just shoot moving subjects, but some go a little further, helping you get better results when photographing people of color. thephoblographer.com »
2025-5-7 16:00
Is Your Canon EOS R5 Mark II Autofocus Affected by the Latest Firmware?
I’ve been using the Canon EOS R5 Mark II since launch, and I love this camera. With firmware 1. 0. 0, autofocus performance was incredible—snappy, confident, and accurate. It tracked subjects better than anything I’ve used before. canonrumors.com »
2025-5-1 15:14
TTArtisan expands its L-mount lineup with an autofocus prime lens
When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Image: TTArtisan TTArtisan is no stranger to making L-mount lenses, but those have always been manual focus options. dpreview.com »
2025-4-1 17:10
Shooting experience: using the Panasonic S1RII to capture a wedding
When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Photo: Mitchell Clark Panasonic's S1RII is the company's latest professional-level full-frame camera, featuring a 44MP sensor, burst rates up to 40fps with continuous autofocus and promises of improvements to its autofocus system, especially when it comes to recognizing humans and eyes. dpreview.com »
2025-3-28 16:00
New Firmware Adds Autofocus Improvement To the Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8L IS USM Z
Canon has updated the firmware for the RF 24-105mm f/2. 8L IS USM Z and added autofocus performance improvements like the one received for the RF 100-300mm f/2. 8L IS USM Z. Canon RF 24-105mm f/2. canonrumors.com »
2025-3-1 13:46
In Focus of Magic: Leica Noctilux 75/1.25 with Autofocus at "Hamburg's Maskenzauber"
You want to photograph portraits of people moving around using the (by design manually focused) Leica Noctilux 75mm f/1. 25 ASPH with autofocus? Here is a solution!The following shots are all taken wide open with the Noctilux 75/1. 3d-kraft.com »
2025-3-5 02:00
First reviews of the Sirui Autofocus 1.33x Anamorphic 40mm T/1.8
The new Sirui Autofocus 1. 33x Anamorphic 40mm T/1. 8 is now in Stock at BHphoto and Amazon. This is one of the two anamorphic lenses with autofocus you can get (the second is the 50mm t/1. 8 1. 33x from Blazar). sonyalpharumors.com »
2025-2-4 13:24
The Best cameras under $1000 in 2025
When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Updated Jan 30, 2025 $1000 might sound like a lot of money for a camera, but it's probably the least we'd recommend spending if you want to go beyond phone photography. dpreview.com »
2025-1-30 18:47
Laowa will release four E-mount autofocus lenses this year!
Last year, Venus Optics launched its first autofocus lens, the Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF (B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama). This lens received excellent reviews and sold better than expected. I’m even more pleased to hear that Venus Optics has officially announced that they will be releasing FOUR more E-mount autofocus lenses this year! This news… The post Laowa will release four E-mount autofocus lenses this year! first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »
2025-1-24 16:22
Venus Optics Laowa to Launch Four Autofocus Lenses in 2025
Venus Optics which owns the brand Laowa that is pretty well known is planning to launch four autofocus lenses in 2025. Laowa launched its first autofocus lens in 2024, the Laowa 10mm f/2. 8 Zero-D for full frame sensors. canonrumors.com »
2025-1-21 12:19
A new Chinese manufacturer will soon launch an f/1.2 full-frame autofocus E-mount on the market
There are rumors on Weibo about a completely new Chinese company that wants to launch a new f/1. 2 full-frame autofocus E-mount lens. Again, this is not a well-known company like Viltrox, 7Artisans, Laowa, Meike or others that we already know. sonyalpharumors.com »
2025-1-18 19:46
Leica SL3s Review: Autofocus That Rivals Sony and Nikon
When the Leica SL2s launched, I was pleasantly surprised at how incredible it was. For the first time, I'd experienced a Leica camera that could nearly hold its own with autofocus of the big three companies. thephoblographer.com »
2025-1-16 17:01
Viltrox's new E-mount to Z-mount adapter supports autofocus and costs $99
Image: Viltrox Companies like Viltrox and Sirui have been putting out Z-mount autofocus primes for a while and Tamron has released a few zoom lenses, but it's still easy to be frustrated with Nikon's selectiveness as to which third-party lenses are allowed on its system. dpreview.com »
2025-1-12 23:00
Are Third-Party RF AutoFocus Lenses Making a Comeback in Canon’s Full-Frame Market?
Just a handful of weeks ago, we reported on the announcements of four Canon RF mount lenses from Sigma and an ultrawide RF mount lens from Tamron. Exciting as it was to see the RF mount being opened up to third-party lens manufacturers, all these lenses are meant for APS-C Canon RF mirrorless cameras. thephoblographer.com »
2025-1-3 14:00
Fujifilm's updating even more cameras with autofocus improvements
When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. When Fujifilm announced that it was releasing a firmware update to help improve the X-H2 and GFX 100 II's autofocus performance in October, the community's response was near-unanimous: what about the X-T5? The camera's autofocus performance has been a sore spot in recent months, with some users complaining that their cameras were noticeably less accurate after a previous firmware update. dpreview.com »
2024-12-21 23:49
Preorder at BHphoto: 50mm t/1.8 Autofocus Anamorphic FE Lens from Blazar!
The new Blazar 50mm t/1. 8 FE 1. 33x anamorphic AUTOFOCUS S35 lens is now available for preorder for $799 at BHphoto (Click here). Here are the fist reviews of this unique lens: The post Preorder at BHphoto: 50mm t/1. sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-12-4 20:06
Tamron's 70-180mm F2.8 G2 gets 120fps support – but only in some modes
When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Image: Tamron Tamron has announced a firmware update for its 70-180mm F2. 8 Di III VC VXD G2 lens, which adds support for the Sony a9 III's 120fps mode. dpreview.com »
2024-11-27 22:45
Sirui’s first anamorphic 40mm T/1.8 FE lens with autofocus is now available for pre-order
The new lens is now available for preorder at Indiegogo (Click here). This is the official product video: sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-11-27 17:44
The Best cameras under $1000 in 2024
When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Updated Nov 22, 2024 $1000 might sound like a lot of money for a camera, but it's probably the least we'd recommend spending if you want to go beyond phone photography. dpreview.com »
2024-11-23 18:30
CineD reviewed the world’s first autofocus anamorphic E-mount lenses from Blazar
CineD tested the very unique new Blazar E-mount lenses and concluded: The lens is sharp where it is supposed to be (center), and of course, the more you close it down, the sharper the edges get, too. sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-11-7 15:38
Brightin Star has announced its first autofocus E-mount lens with fluorescent markings!
Brightin Star announced a new 50mm f/1.4 APS-C autofocus E-mount lens you can get now at Amazon US&CA, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, Amazon ES. I have only found a few pictures of the X-mount version where the luminous markings can be seen: Here is a review of the X-mount version of… sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-11-5 14:35
The Aurora 85mm f/1.4 is Sirui’s First Full-Frame Autofocus Lens
Sirui announced the Aurora 85mm f/1.4, a full-frame, autofocus prime lens for Sony E-mount, Nikon Z-Mount, and Fujifilm X-mount. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-10-26 20:34
Just announced: Sirui first full frame autofocus lens is the 85mm f/1.4 FE
You can preorder it now at Amazon US, Amazon DE, Amazon FR, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Amazon ES. sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-10-26 13:27
Sirui will announce a new f/1.4 Full Frame E-mount autofocus lens on Oct 25
Sirui is ready to launch its first AUTOFOCUS full-frame lens. It will have an aperture of f/1.4, but the focal length is not yet known. I just hope it’s not another 50mm lens. I now count over SIXTY TWO such 50mm lenses on BHphoto. Here is an image of the front of the lens: sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-10-22 19:46
The new Meike 55mm f/1.8 Full Frame E-mount autofocus STM lens is now available for preorder
You can get this lens now for $329 or 300 Euro at Meike store. It should be available any time also on their Amazon page. sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-10-21 11:12
More reviews of the new Viltrox 28mm f/4.5 pancake autofocus lens
Preorder the super compact 28mm f/4.5 FE lens on Indiegogo (Click here). sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-10-7 15:24
Techart’s Sony Camera Adapter Gives Leica M Lenses Autofocus
Techart updated its Leica M to Sony E autofocus adapter with four motors to make it quieter and more durable. The slim adapter works with a range of Sony cameras including the a9 III to enable continuous autofocus with Leica optics that are, normally, exclusively manual focus. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-9-21 19:24
Techart announced the new PRO Leica M – Sony E Autofocus Adapter ver II (LM-EA9)
The new adapter is listed on eBay and soon also on Amazon. Press text: After 7 years of development, the Techart Leica M to Sony E Autofocus Adapter has returned with better autofocus performance, sleeker design and way more powerful motors. sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-9-21 08:06
Tamron's lens firmware update promises 'significantly' better AF tracking
When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. Images: Tamron Tamron has announced a firmware update that it says will 'significantly' improve the autofocus tracking performance on the Sony E-Mount versions of its 70-300mm F4. dpreview.com »
2024-9-19 21:30
Blazar announced the world’s first autofocus anamorphic lenses for Sony E-mount
At the IBC Amsterdam Blazar displayed the prototypes of a new series of 1. 33x anamorphic Autofocus Full Frame lenses. They will be made for Sony E, Nikon Z and Fuji X mount cameras. So far they made two lenses: 35mm T1. sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-9-17 16:28
Image of all new 7Artisans E-mount autofocus lenses
A reader (Thanks!) sent me this image from the IBC show in Amsterdam. It’s a posted displaying all six 7Artisans autofocus E-mount lenses. The new lenses on top of the existing 50 and 85mm primes are: AF 35mm F2.8 AF 40mm F2.8 AF 24mm F1.8 AF 35mm F1.8 sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-9-15 17:58
The Shoten XTZ Autofocus Adapter Converts X Mount Lenses to Nikon Z
Shoten, known for its diverse range of lens adapters, has announced the XTZ electronic adapter that allows photographers to use Fujifilm X-Mount lenses on their Nikon Z mirrorless cameras. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-7-9 19:17
New 7Artisans 85mm F/1.8 autofocus Full Frame E-mount lens will be announced on July 5th
Chinese manufacturers are extremely busy launching one autofocus E-mount lens after another! On July 5 7Artisans will launch their third autofocus E-mount lens: The 85mm F/1. 8 FE. Announcement: July 5th 18:30 (Peking time) 7Artisans AF 85mm F1. sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-7-2 13:18