Tokina 11-18mm f/2.8 ATX-M Review: Strong Optics, Delicate Lens
Wide-angle zoom lenses with fast apertures are few and far between when it comes to Sony APS-C cameras. The Tokina 11-18mm f/2.8 ATX-M takes its shot in this overlooked class.
Canon’s New RF100-300mm f/2.8 Supply is So Low, It Probably Won’t Ship in 2023
Canon's newly announced RF100-300mm f/2.8 L IS USM lens is going to be an exceedingly rare optic for a while: the company doesn't expect to be able to deliver lenses this year, even to those who already ordered.
Tamron’s 11-20mm f/2.8 is a New Fast, Wide-Angle Zoom for Fujifilm Cameras
The 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD lens for Fujifilm APS-C cameras that Tamron announced that it was developing last February is finally coming to market at the end of May for $829.
Canon Adds the 100-300mm f/2.8 L IS USM to its RF Lens Lineup
Canon has announced a new RF 100-300mm f/2.8 L IS USM lens which it says is designed to support professional users with a specific emphasis on photojournalists.
Samyang Announces a 35-150mm f/2-2.8 ‘All-Rounder’ Zoom Lens
Samyang has announced a new 35-150mm f/2-2.8 lens for Sony E-mount which features a wide zoom range typically associated with "all-in-one" style kit lenses but with a fast variable aperture that is uncommon in that segment.
The Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/5-6.3 is Leica’s Longest SL System Lens
Leica has announced the new Vario Elmar SL 100-400mm f/5-6.3 lens, which is now the longest lens in its SL-series lineup. It is also joined by a new 1.4x extender that extends its reach even further.
Tamron is Developing an 11-20mm f/2.8 Lens for Fujifilm X-Mount
Tamron is developing the 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD (Model B060) for Fujifilm X-mount, which it describes as a lightweight and wide-angle zoom lens.
DZOFilm’s Pictor 12-25mm T2.8 is a Sub-$3,000 Parfocal Cine Lens
DZOfilm has announced the Pictor 12-25mm T2.8, a wide-angle, parfocal cinema lens designed for use with Super35 cameras that costs less than $3,000.
How the Fujifilm XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 Lens is Made
A recent factory tour reveals some of the steps that Fujifilm takes to hand-assemble its huge XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR lens.
Sony 20-70mm f/4 G Review: A Mostly Excellent Zoom Lens
As the mirrorless camera market hits its stride and companies have caught up on their typical prime and zoom lens offerings, we see new offerings in non-traditional focal lengths. I can’t remember writing the words “all-in-one” in my decades in the tech press world as I have in the last year.
Sony’s New 20-70mm f/4 G Packs High Performance into a Tiny Package
Sony has announced the new Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G lens, a compact, lightweight lens with a wider field of view than the traditional 24-70mm focal length.
DZOFilm’s 18-35mm T2.9 is an Affordable, Versatile Cinema Lens
DZOFilm's new Catta Ace 18-35mm T2.9 cine lens is a versatile wide-angle parfocal optic that promises controlled focus breathing and excellent image rendering for the price that's comparable to pro-level photography-centric lenses.
The PetaPixel Awards: The Best of Photography in 2022
We are proud to announce the second-annual PetaPixel Awards which praise a number of new photography products that our staff has voted as the best in their respective categories.
Sigma’s New 18-50mm f/2.8 Lens for Fujifilm X Mount is Super Small
Sigma has announced the 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary for Fujifilm X Mount mirrorless cameras, promising it to be high-performance, high-quality, and compact.
Tamron’s New 20-40mm f/2.8 Lens is the Smallest and Lightest in its Class
Tamron has announced the 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A062) for full-frame Sony E-Mount. The company says that it was created in "aggressive pursuit" of portability, and is the smallest and lightest lens in its class.
Tamron is Developing a 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Lens for Sony E-Mount
Tamron has announced that it is developing a new 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Lens for Sony E-Mount cameras. The company says it will be the smallest and lightest in its class and support both photo and video applications.
The Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 is a Compact Zoom for Full Frame Cameras
Venus Optics has announced the 12-24mm f/5.6 compact zoom lens for full-frame cameras. The $650 fixed-aperture, manual focus lens is available for Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, and Leica M mounts.
Sigma Shows How the Internal Zoom of its New 16-28mm Lens Works
Sigma has shared a digital cross-section of its upcoming upcoming 16-28mm f/2.8 lens that showcases the intricate internal focusing system in action.
Sony Unveils Three APS-C Lenses for Hybrid Photo/Video Shooters
Sony has announced three new lenses that have been designed with the hybrid photographer/videographer in mind: the 10-20mm f/4 PZ, 15mm f/1.4, and 11mm f/1.8.
Sigma 16-28mm DG DN Lens Review: Great Optics for a Modest Price
This Sigma 16-28mm DG DN Contemporary is the latest addition to the pile of really darn good lenses that don’t cost thousands of dollars.
Sigma Launches the 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Lens for Sony E and Leica L
Sigma has announced the 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN, a wide-angle zoom lens designed for Sony E-Mount and Leica L-Mount and can be used on full-frame cameras.
Fujifilm Unveils XF 18-120mm f/4 and 150-600mm f/5.6-8 Lenses
Fujifilm has announced a pair of new zoom lenses, the XF 18-120mm f/4 LM PZ WR, the first X-Series broadcast/video/photo lens, and the XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR, a lightweight telephoto zoom.
Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II Review: Smaller, Faster, Sharper
Finally, six years after the original launched, Sony has updated its 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master lens. The original has lagged behind competitors for some time, but the long wait for a successor is finally over.
Sony Delays 16-35mm f/4 Power Zoom Lens Until the Summer
Sony doesn't appear to be out of the woods when it comes to supply chain struggles as the company has delayed the 16-35mm f/4 PZ G Series power zoom lens from its planned April release until an unspecified time later this summer.
Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Lens Review: A Superior Successor
The updated mirrorless version of the legendary ultra-wide 14-24mm f/2.8 lens lives up to its F-mount predecessor and then some. It offers incredible performance, a sturdy and stylish build, impressive image quality, and it comes with its own screw-in filter attachment lens hood.
Tamron Developing 28-75mm and 28-80mm Drone Lenses
Tamron has filed a patent for a pair of zoom lenses designed for use on gimbals and drones: a 28-75mm f/4 and 28-80mm f/4.5. Both lenses are described as compact and with little change to their center of gravity across the zoom range.
Sony Unveils the 16-35mm f/4 PZ G Series Power Zoom Lens
Sony has announced the 16-35mm f/4 Power Zoom (PZ) lens, a G Series (not G Master) zoom that promises highly responsive and comfortable operability with the zoom ring and can be controlled by the lens, by the camera, or by a remote.
Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Review: Stellar Optics and Speed
Currently, the longest-reaching telephoto zoom lens in the Nikon Z-mount system, the Nikkor 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S faces a lot of eager potential customers who are going to balance its longer focal length with overall size and cost. I can’t say it will disappoint.
Pentax DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 Review: The Best Lens for the K-3 Mark III
Last year, Ricoh Imaging released the Pentax K-3 Mark III, which proved to be an excellent (yet expensive) DSLR. Ricoh says the Pentax-DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 ED PLM AW is the "ultimate general professional-grade zoom lens" for APS-C DSLR systems like the K-3 Mark III, and I have to say it lives up to that.
Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM Review: It’s Better Than You Think
In photography, the “cutting edge” doesn’t always happen with the most expensive gear; the ability to produce a quality lens at a price lower than ever is just as innovative. Canon’s RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM is my case in point.