Zhongyi Optics APO 200mm f/4 Macro 1X Officially Announced


The Zhongyi Optics APO 200mm f/4 Macro 1X  for E/Z/RF/L/X mount has been announced. The lens will retail for $499 and should be available on Amazon soon.

Lens specifications:

  • Focusing: Manual Focus
  • Focal Length: 200mm
  • 35mm Full-size Equivalent: 200mm
  • Maximum and Minimum Aperture: F4.0-F32
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.48m
  • Lens Construction: 11 elements in 7 groups
  • Special Elements: 3 ED lenses, 3 ultra high-index lenses, 1 extra high transmission lens
  • Aperture Blades: 9 blades
  • Filter Size : ø67mm
  • Dimensions: Approx. ø75mm x 216mm (excluding mount)
  • Weight: Approx. 1230g (with tripod mount)
  • Sample photos

Key features:

  • Apochromatic design: The APO design, which combines multiple special lenses, effectively suppresses chromatic aberration, enabling high-resolution image expression at all shooting distances. It can be used not only for close-ups, but also as a normal telephoto lens with a focal length of 200mm, which is useful when shooting distant subjects. It is also ideal for taking advantage of beautiful bokeh and using compression effects, demonstrating unique descriptive power.
  • Inner focus method: The inner focus system keeps the overall length of the lens unchanged even when the focus ring is operated, allowing you to concentrate on shooting without worrying about contact with the subject even when taking close-up shots.
  • Macro photography is possible while maintaining a distance from the subject: Taking advantage of the moderate working distance, it is possible to shoot subjects that are difficult to get close to and create lighting with a high degree of freedom.
Corresponding mountSony E
Nikon Z
Canon RF
L (Leica Panasonic Sigma)
Fujifilm X
Focal length200mm
focusMF (manual focus)lens configuration11 elements in 7 groups (3 ED lenses, 3 ultra-high refractive index lenses, 1 ultra-high transmission lens)
Supported imaging screen size35mm full sizeShortest shooting distance0.48m
filter diameter67mmApertureF4.0-F32
Aperture blade9 sheetssizeAbout Φ75 × 212-216mm (excluding mount) 

*Size varies depending on each mount.
massApprox. 1230g (with tripod socket attached)accessoriesMetal screw-in hood (reversible)
Tripod socket (Arca-Swiss compatible)

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ArtraLab Nonikkor 24mm f/1.7 Coming For X-mount



ArtraLab is a Hong Kong-based company and they will soon announce a new Nonikkor 24mm f/1.7 APS-C lens for Fuji X-mount.  ArtraLab shared the designs of the upcoming lens in its latest video which you can view below:

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Big Savings Fujifilm X-T5 + Free XF16-80mm F/4


Amazon has a crazy good deal on the Fujifilm X-T6 for the time being so do not miss out. The Fujifilm X-T5 is a great camera and the 16-80mm f/4 is a great kit lens that matches it well.

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Big Lexar CFexpress Type B and UHS-II SDXC Sale


CFexpress Type B

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FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO Ver 1.19 Released


FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO Ver 1.19/1.19.1
Windows Version / Mac Version

The software update Ver.1.19.0/1.19.1 incorporates the following issue:

Applicable model for the “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” is added.

Applicable model : FUJIFILM X-S20

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ePhotozine: Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5 R WR Review – Highly Recommended


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ePhotozine published its full Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5  R WR review and you can read it in full here. You can also check out the pro/cons below:

The compact Fujinon 8mm f/3.5 wins on convenience and quality and any price disadvantage is probably justifiable. Ultra-wide angle lenses will not suit everyone, and the 8mm does require a certain amount of confidence in approach. The photographer needs to get in close, then closer, but of course, this does have the benefit of making the image creator more immersed in the ongoing events. This can work well for even street photography, providing we can accept the sheer perspectives that are revealed.

For those photographers who can visualise ultra-wide-angle images effectively then the lens can definitely be ‘Highly Recommended’.

Pros

  • Excellent to outstanding central sharpness
  • Weather resistant
  • Low CA
  • Virtually no flare
  • Very low distortion
  • Excellent manufacturing standards
  • Moderate vignetting

Cons

  • Edge sharpness lower than centre
  • No OIS, reliant on camera body IBIS

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