Ricoh launched the GR III back in 2019, with GR IIIx in 2023, the last APS-C compact camera from the company, before they went silent. With the boom of compact devices now, and Ricoh hinting at a new GR camera during the CP+ Show, our hopes of getting a new addition to the series are far higher.
Canon is one of the few companies that are working to develop new optics for users. The company filed patents for fish-eye lenses, optics that use polarizing elements, and one made of plastic. Adding to this list are new patents for full-frame and smaller sensors, such as 1-inch sensors and APS-C cameras.
Many camera and lens manufacturers make wide-angle lenses and say things about them not having any distortion. But that's really not always true at all. Sure, you can fix it in post-production if anything.
Some photographers scoff at the smaller sensors used in Micro Four Thirds systems. But, with the right lens, I can almost forget that I’m shooting with a smaller sensor. The Laowa Argus 18mm f0. 95 MFT APO is one of those lenses.
Canon is slowly parading out more affordable RF lenses. The Canon RF 24mm f1. 8 Macro IS STM and RF 15-30mm f4. 5-6. 3 IS STM joined the company’s mirrorless options today, both offering stabilized wide views for under $600.
Sigma is a third-party company that’s known for lenses that tend to be a bit more budget-friendly than larger names. But, that’s not exactly the case with the I series, a set of metal prime lenses that are designed as more high-end than budget. The Sigma 24mm f2 DG DN Contemporary is one of those lenses.
So, you’re stuck at home and you have limited options when it comes to taking photos. If you’re thinking about joining the myriad of photographers who decided to do self portraits in the meantime, you might want to pay special attention to your 24mm lens.
When it comes to wide-angle lenses, the 24mm is considered by many photographers as a classic focal length. It’s a favorite of many for its versatility, so we’re not surprised if you somehow ended up here while researching this lens.
If you're still looking for a distortion-free wide angle lens for both photo and video work with your Micro Four Thirds camera, Venus Optics comes forward with a solution. The lens manufacturer has just announced the M43 variant of the Laowa 9mm f2.
Up until now, Viltrox was known primarily for their camera accessories and lens adapters, so our interests were piqued when we were first introduced to the Viltrox PFU RBMH 20mm f1. 8 ASPH lens during PhotoPlus last year.
Wide-angle lovers and lomographers who already have the Neptune Convertible Art Lens System have something new to add to their arsenal of unique lenses. Lomography has recently unveiled the Naiad 15mm Front Lens, a new wide angle lens attachment promising to add versatility to the Neptune Convertible Art Lens System.
Heads up, lomographers and instant photography fans! Lomography has recently launched a new wide angle lens attachment for those wanting for a wider capture with their Lomo'Instant Square. With this new accessory, you now have the option to shoot both tighter crops and wider scenes with just one instant camera.
Medium format snappers, architectural photographers, and landscape photographers, here's something that should tickle your fancy. Swiss camera maker ALPA has recently introduced its latest camera package for film photographers: the ALPA 12 SWA equipped with ALPA Apo-Helvetar 5.
We know that within the next few days both America and Canada will be celebrating their Independence days. Much of the festivities are celebrated with the lighting of fireworks. They're big, they're beautiful and they're very colorful.
Old abandoned Castles, Crypts, Palaces, Chapels. The beauty of an abandoned place taken with a Wide Angle Lens (Irix Lens 11mm) by Jahz Design.