Sigma Announces Price Increases Coming Due To Trump’s Tariffs


We knew these increases were coming, but we still do not know how high prices will go. Sigma is giving us until May 31st to lock in order pricing before prices go up so do not delay if a purchase is in your future.

Sigma lenses can be found at B&H Photo and Amazon.

US Pricing Adjustments Starting June 2, 2025

Dear Sigma customers,

Thank you for your continued support and trust in Sigma. We are are sorry to inform you of an upcoming pricing adjustment to our products, effective June 2, 2025.

Due to the recent implementation of government-imposed tariffs, our costs at Sigma America have increased substantially. We have made every effort to absorb these added expenses, but the sustained impact of the tariffs now necessitates a price increase to ensure we can continue delivering the quality and service you expect.

Key details:

Current pricing will remain in effect for all orders placed and fulfilled by May 31, 2025, subject to product availability.

New pricing will take effect on June 2, 2025, and will apply to all new orders and any unfulfilled items.

We understand this is difficult news to hear, and please know this decision was not made lightly. We have always prided ourselves on delivering unmatched value to our customers, and we are doing everything we can to continue to do that while providing the same service and product excellence.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding and continued partnership.

Sincerely,

Mark Amir-Hamzeh
President | Sigma America

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Tamron Q1 Financial Results: “Slump in Sales” Because Of “Risks And Uncertainty Over The Policies Of The New US Administration”



Tamron released their Q1 FY2025 financial results – here is the summary:

  • Sales decline in photographic products (Own-brand): Continued slump in sales in the US market, and reactionary decline in China market from high growth in 1Q, 2024.
  • Continuing geopolitical risks and uncertainty over the policies of the new U.S.
    administration have led to a widespread slowdown in overseas economies.
  • The JPY depreciation against USD, but appreciation against EUR.
  • Continuing higher material costs and rising labor costs due to inflation.
  • The market for interchangeable lens cameras and interchangeable lenses grew
    in both quantity and value, driven by steady demand for mirrorless cameras.

Tamron plans to launch six new lenses in 2025 (five more new lenses in addition to the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD):

  • Before 2023: approximately five new lenses per year
  • Initial medium-term management plan (2024-2026): 6 to 7 new lenses a year
  • New medium-term management plan (2024-2026): 10 new models a year starting from 2026

via Photorumors

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New Tilta NP-W235 and Portable Charging Station

Tilta released a new NP-W235 battery and a Portable Charging Station

  • Tilta NP-W235
    B&H Photo / Amazon

    • 2400mh
  • Tilta Portable Charging Station
    B&H Photo / Amazon

    • Key Features
      • Supports Up to Four NP-W235 Batteries
      • Fast, Simultaneous Quad Charging
      • Charge Status Indicator
      • 45W USB-C PD Power Input
      • Lightweight, Portable Design
  • Tilta NP-W235 Battery Charging Kit with 4 USB-C Rechargeable Batteries
    Amazon

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New TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 Dual Bokeh

TTArtisan announced a dual bokeh bubble lens, the TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 Dual Bokeh, that you can currently find at B&H Photo / Amazon.

Key Features
  • Covers Full-Frame | T2.1 to T22 Aperture
  • Dual Bokeh Design (Bubble & Soft)
  • 11-Blade Iris | 63° Angle of View
  • 85mm Front Diameter | 82mm Filter Thread
  • 11″ Close Focus in Soft Bokeh Mode
  • 0.8 MOD Gear Pitch

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OL: Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5 R WR Review


Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Optical Limits published its full Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5 review, which you can read in full here or you can check out the excerpt below:

Pro

  1. Dramatic perspective, lots of it
  2. Ultra lightweight and compact
  3. Great build quality

Con

  1. Optical quality is a bit … meh
  2. No aperture de-click option
  3. A bit pricey for what it is

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Fujifilm GFX100RF and X100VI Top Yodobashi Sales Charts


Fujifilm GFX100RF:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X100VI Silver and Black:
B&H Photo / Amazon (Silver : Black) / Moment / Adorama

The Fujifilm GFX100RF was Yodobashi’s top seller for the first half of April, followed by the Fujifilm X100VI. Classic styling is still dominating charts, and considering most GFX100RF are being shipped abroad, for now, the GFX100RF might remain on top for a while, even though the initial US shipment numbers I have heard have been quite small, even for large retailers.

  1. Fujifilm GFX100RF
  2. Fujifilm X100VI
  3. Canon PowerShot SX70 HS
  4. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-1 II Shooting Grip Kit
  5. OM SYSTEM Tough TG-7
  6. Sony VLOGCAM ZV-1 II
  7. Ricoh GR IIIx
  8. Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII
  9. Canon PowerShot SX740 HS
  10. Ricoh GR III

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