by Photo Rumors | Jul 31, 2026 | Photo Rumors
Here is what else is new: The new Voigtlander Apo-Skopar 75mm f/2.8 VM lens (M-mount) is now available for order This Leica APO-Summicron-M 50 mm f/2 ASPH “Leica M for (RED)” lens prototype designed by Jony Ive and Marc Newson will be part of the next Wetzlar Camera...
by Photo Rumors | Jul 30, 2026 | Photo Rumors
Tamron issued an official statement regarding the previously reported/rumored acquisition bid by Sony: Regarding Partial Media Reports about Our Company Yesterday, Diamond Online published a partial report stating that there had been an acquisition proposal regarding...
by Photo Rumors | Jul 29, 2026 | Photo Rumors
Canon released its Q2 2026 financial results. Here is the recap: Market conditions remained weak in Europe, affected by the Middle East situation, and in the U.S., where the tariff impact persists. Net sales rose 3.6%, reaching a record high for a second quarter,...
by Photo Rumors | Jul 29, 2026 | Photo Rumors
The 7Artisans AF 25/35/50mm f/1.8 LITE APS-C lenses for Fujifilm X-mount are now also available in silver. The LITE series has a fast & silent STM autofocus motor, a metal body, and is lightweight (180g). Each lens is priced at $125; the bundle is $359. Orders are...
by Photo Rumors | Jul 29, 2026 | Photo Rumors
Nikon has lost the patent lawsuit against Viltrox in China. Nikon’s Chinese Z-mount patent (202010127062.4) was declared fully invalid by CNIPA (see previous coverage of the Nikon vs. Viltrox lawsuit). The full court ruling can be found here. The documents are in...
