OL: Viltrox AF 15mm f/1.7 Silver Review – Re-Review


Viltrox AF 15mm f/1.7 XFB&H Photo / Amazon

Optical Limits published its full review of the Viltrox AF 15mm f/1.7 a while ago, but they decided to retest the lens in silver and the results are bettter than previously so you can read an excerpt below or the full review here.

At least on 26-megapixel sensors, the sharpness is perfectly fine from f/2.8. At f/1.7, it’s quite usable at least. A 40-megapixel sensor is more challenging, but this applies to most lenses really. Image distortions are on a low level, albeit a bit wavy. The vignetting is a bit on the high side which doesn’t come as a surprise given the compact size of the lens. Sun stars aren’t a big strength…

Pros

  1. Amazing value
  2. Sharp
  3. Compact and lightweight

Cons

  1. High vignetting

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New TTArtisan AF 75mm f/2 Silver Edition For X-Mount


TTArtisan AF 75mm F2: Amazon

TTArtisan just released the TTArtisan AF 75mm f/2 in Silver for X mount, and it can be found on Amazon. The lens was first announced last year in black.

Key Features
  • Full-Frame | f/2 to f/16
  • Fast, Portrait-Length Prime
  • Stepper Motor Autofocus
  • Clickable Aperture Ring
  • ED and High Index Elements
  • 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • All-Metal Construction
  • Rear Lens Cap with USB-C Port

The TTArtisan AF 75mm f/2 Lens is a fast, portable, and autofocus-enabled prime lens ideal for portraiture. Lightweight at 12 oz, the lens’s bright f/2 aperture is effective at separating subjects from the background with a pleasing bokeh. The lens can focus on subjects as close as 2.5′, while its optical design features an extra-low dispersion element and four high-index elements to increase sharpness and reduce chromatic aberrations. A stepper motor drives the lens’s autofocus, resulting in quick, quiet, and accurate focusing that’s further bolstered by support for eye, animal, and vehicle detection algorithms. The all-metal lens body features a clickable aperture ring for on-lens adjustment with haptic feedback during use. The lens comes with a lens hood, a front lens cap, and a rear lens cap with a USB-C port for firmware upgrades.

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Luminar Prime Fall Upgrade 2026


Luminar Prime Fall Upgrade 2026 is now available for pre-order with a 50% off early-bird price. Here’s what’s new:

  • A redesigned experience — Cleaner navigation and a smoother editing workflow. Catalog and Edit are now unified into a single workspace with a redesigned right sidebar, so Presets, Tools, Edits, Info, and Extra tools (including generative AI) are always one click away. No more switching between modes.
  • More realistic Generative AI — Natural textures, believable light, and seamless results. GenErase, GenSwap, and GenExpand now produce more convincing fills, object replacements, and extensions that blend convincingly into the original photo.
  • Up to 25% faster exports — Deliver your finished photos even sooner (some reports note up to ~27% faster on both Windows and macOS).
  • Preset previews up to 4× faster — Discover your perfect look in seconds thanks to significantly quicker preset rendering.
  • Improved performance — Masking now uses up to 33% less RAM for faster, smoother editing, with more efficient resource use during batch work and complex selections.
  • 365 days of Luminar Prime at the best launch price — One year of full access to the new subscription model that replaces the old seasonal Upgrade Passes.
  • Luminar Web: Edit from any browser, wherever inspiration strikes. Yours forever — Browser-based editing (coming Fall 2026) so you can continue work on any computer without installing the app. Included with All Platforms / Max licenses.
  • Fall Upgrade 2026 — Including:
    • Crop 2.0 — AI analyzes the image and suggests multiple finished compositions based on the main subject, balance, leading lines, and visual weight (with helpful overlays such as golden ratio / golden spiral).
    • Atmosphere 2.0 — Much more realistic fog and atmospheric effects that intelligently blend into the scene, responding to light, color, and depth of field for natural spatial integration instead of flat overlays.
    • Enhance 2.0 — A smarter model that reads the photo more precisely, protects highlights better, respects existing colors, and avoids over-processing for more natural results.
    • AI Assistant 2.0 — Describe what you want in everyday language; the assistant recommends the right tools and can apply adjustments for you.
    • Plus other refinements (improved printing options, export with watermarks/frames, etc.).
  • Every new feature: Get every update released during your subscription — yours to keep forever — Features unlocked while your Luminar Prime period is active remain permanently available even if you later cancel.
  • Unlimited AI editing — Restoration, GenErase, GenSwap, GenExpand, and AI Assistant without credits or usage limits for the full 365 days (subject to fair-use policy).
  • Creative Library of Assets — Unlimited access to an ever-growing collection of 2,150+ presets, 500+ LUTs, 400+ overlays, 550+ skies, and 50+ photography courses.

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Sirui Saturn V2 Anamorphic Lens Coming in September (E/Z/L/X/RF)


Sirui will announce a new Sirui Saturn V2 full-frame anamorphic lens series in September – an update of the current Saturn lineup (E/Z/L/X/RF). Below are some pictures of the upcoming lenses:

via Photorumors

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Fujifilm Announces Financial Results for the First Quarter Ended June 30, 2026


Fujifilm Announces Financial Results for the First Quarter Ended June 30, 2026
TOKYO, August 6, 2026 – FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation announced today its financial results for the first quarter, which ended June 30, 2026.

First Quarter Results for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2026

  • Revenue was JPY826.5 billion and increased 10.3% year-over-year.
  • Operating income was JPY51.2 billion and decreased 32.0% year-over-year, broadly in line with the internal plan.
  • Net income attributable to FUJIFILM Holdings was JPY37.4 billion and decreased 30.4% year‑over‑year.

Outlook for Fiscal Year Ending March 2027

  • For the fiscal year ending March 2027, the company projects record-high financial performance, with revenue of JPY3.56 trillion, reflecting strong sales in the Electronics segment and favorable foreign exchange impacts.
  • Operating income is expected to reach JPY365.0 billion, in line with the previous forecast, as increased profits in the Electronics segment are expected to be offset by delays in the ramp-up of Bio CDMO facilities and the impact of rising semiconductor memory prices.
  • Net income attributable to FUJIFILM Holdings is forecasted at JPY280.0 billion.

Revenue increased to a record high, driven by strong performance particularly in semiconductor materials and data tapes in the Electronic segment. While increased costs in Bio CDMO, one-time expenses related to strengthening the operational foundation of the Business Innovation, and higher raw material prices created headwinds for profitability, the Company revised its revenue forecast upward from the previous outlook, reflecting strong business performance.

“While reported operating income was affected by higher costs and one-time expenses, underlying performance remained broadly in line with our expectations. Supported by the strength of our growth businesses and continued expansion of demand, we have revised our revenue forecast upward and remain confident in our long-term growth trajectory,” says Teiichi Goto, president and chief executive officer, representative director, FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation.

First quarter financial highlights from April to June by business segments

Healthcare

  • Revenue increased by 12.4% year-over-year to JPY256.8 billion, while operating income declined to a loss of JPY12.7 billion, primarily due to the increased cost in Bio CDMO and higher raw material costs due to surging silver prices.
  • In the Medical Systems business, the company maintained strong growth, supported by increased sales in Japan and China in addition to major markets such as the United States and Europe. Higher sales of Healthcare IT solutions also contributed to revenue growth.
  • In the Bio CDMO business, revenue grew by more than 6%, driven by the ramp-up of new large-scale facilities and the absence of the planned facility shutdowns that occurred in the previous fiscal year. In contrast, revenue from small- and medium-scale facilities declined due to unplanned shutdowns associated with regulatory inspections and the absence of cancellation fees recorded in the previous fiscal year.
  • In the LS Solutions business, revenue increased, driven by expanded use of cell culture media among major pharmaceutical companies.

Electronics

  • Revenue increased by 25.0% year-over-year to JPY127.7 billion, and operating income rose by 38.2% year-over-year to JPY31.1 billion.
  • In the Electronic Materials business, revenue increased, supported by strong sales of the world’s leading CMP slurries for copper interconnects and NTI developers, together with solid sales of liquid polyimides for advanced semiconductor packaging applications.
  • In the Advanced Functional Materials business, revenue increased, supported by higher sales of data tapes to major IT companies.

Business Innovation

  • Revenue decreased by 0.1% year-over-year to JPY273.2 billion, and operating income declined to a loss of JPY17.0 billion.
  • In the Business Solutions business, revenue increased, driven by higher sales in overseas enterprise system sales and implementation support services.
  • In the Office Solutions business, revenue declined due to lower exports to Europe and North America and reduced demand for equipment replacements in China.
  • In the Graphic Communications business, revenue increased due to strong sales of inkjet printheads.

Imaging

  • Revenue increased by 16.2% year-over-year to JPY168.8 billion, and operating income rose by 3.9% year-over-year to JPY43.4 billion.
  • In the Consumer Imaging business, revenue increased due to strong sales of instax products, supported by robust demand for mid- to high-end models such as the instax mini Evo and instax WIDE 400, coupled with the successful launch of the new entry-level instax mini 13, and increased supply following capacity expansion for instax film production.
  • In the Professional Imaging business, revenue increased, driven by strong sales of key models including the X-T30 III and X-E5, as well as continued strong demand for long-selling products such as the X100VI.

For more details, please visit the Investor Relations section of Fujifilm website

via Fujifilm

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New Viltrox Air Series Silver Trio: AF 9mm F2.8 Air, AF 15mm F1.7 Air, AF 25mm F1.7 Air Silver


#NewArrival Meet Viltrox Air Series Silver Trio: AF 9mm F2.8 Air, AF 15mm F1.7 Air, AF 25mm F1.7 Air. They combine a stylish silver finish, pocket-friendly portability, and outstanding image quality, covering APS-C focal lengths from dramatic ultra-wide landscapes and architecture to natural street photography and everyday visual storytelling. Matching aesthetics and materials across the Air lineup ensures a consistent, comfortable handheld shooting experience. Powered by an STM motor, it captures every vital moment with precise eye and face detection.  

Market Suggested Retail Price:
9mm Air: 199USD / 229EUR / 190GBP
15mm Air: 239USD / 269EUR / 229GBP
25mm Air: 176USD / 189EUR / 165GBP

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