Yongnuo has released its new AF 85mm F1.4 and AF 35mm F1.4 full-frame autofocus lenses. Yongnuo will also release an F1.2 full-frame autofocus lens in the second half of the year. A surge in large-aperture autofocus lenses!

At the Beijing Photo fair Brightin Star displayed this new 12mm f/2.8 FE autofocus lens. The lens will be officially launched on May 22 at 8:00 PM.

Here are the top Bestsellers at BHphoto (full ranking here) .

1. Sony a7R VI Mirrorless Camera
2. Sony a7 V Mirrorless Camera
3. Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera
4. Canon EOS R5 Mark II Mirrorless Camera
5. Canon EOS R6 Mark III Mirrorless Camera
6. Nikon D850 DSLR Camera
7. Nikon Z6 III Mirrorless Camera
8. Canon EOS R7 Mirrorless Camera
9. Sony a7R V Mirrorless Camera
10. Sony a7 IV Mirrorless Camera
11. Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera
12. Hasselblad X2D II 100C Medium Format Mirrorless Camera

With all the buzz of the Sony A7rVI announcement I forgot to hit “publish” on this news I wrote as a draft last week. The Sony A7V got quite a big firmware update including full support for the new XLR-A4 adapter announced along the A7rVI.

Benefits and Improvements

• Allows high-quality audio recording (96 kHz, 32-bit float) when the XLR-A4 adapter (sold separately) is attached to the Multi Interface Shoe
• Adds support for the

The new company will combine Sony’s expertise in image sensor design with TSMC’s advanced semiconductor manufacturing technology, further strengthening the long-term collaboration between the two firms.

Sony will hold the majority stake in the venture, which will establish development and manufacturing lines at Sony’s new semiconductor facility in Koshi City, located in Japan’s Kumamoto region.

Both companies confirmed they have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding and are currently discussing the scale of future investments. Final details will depend on a definitive

Preorder now to be the first to get the new gear:
Sony A7rVI at BHphoto , Amazon , Adorama , FotoKoch , FotoErhardt , Calumet , Clifton , WexUK
Sony 100-400mm f/4.5 GM at BHphoto , Amazon , Adorama , Fotokoch , FotoErhardt , Calumet , Clifton , WexUK

Accessories:
Sony A7rVI battery grip at BHphoto , Amazon , Adorama , Fotokoch , FotoErhardt , Calumet , Clifton , WexUK
Sony NP-SA100 battery at BHphoto , Amazon ,

TTartisan unveiled its new 24mm F3.8 autofocus lens, featuring a VCM voice coil focusing motor. It’s lightweight and compact, available with Sony E, Nikon Z, and Panasonic L mounts, making it suitable for everyday shooting and street photography. In addition, the new 85mm f/1.8 neo full-frame lens was also showcased. A gatekeeper for full-frame lenses, it boasts a lightweight design and is available with Sony E, Nikon Z, and Panasonic L

The new Viltrox AF 24mm f/3.8 E-mount mini pancake autofocus lens is about to be released. It features a VCM voice coil focusing motor, emphasizing compact portability and a lightweight design. With a minimum focusing distance of 0.3 meters .

Sony Indonesia posted this teaser image. but there are two oddities:

1. Sony usually launches teasers only max 1 week before the event. And this one has been posted by Sony Indonesia only
2. It’s a teaser for a three day long event 26-27-28 June

So my guess is that this might be a local hands-on meeting or some other marketing event.

That said don’t worry folks! I already think to know what camera is going to be announced next and WHEN ;)