Sigma has launched 2021 24mm F2 DG DN Contemporary and 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary lenses in the US. The Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN has a launch price tag of $639 in the State. The 90mm F2.8 DG DN lens also sells for the same price. You can now pre-order these new 2021 Sigma Contemporary lenses online from Amazon US. According to the listings, these lenses will be released on September 24, 2021. You can buy these in Sony E-mount or L-mount.
Sigma 24mm F2 DG DN Contemporary Lens Specs and Features According to Sigma, the new 24mm F2 DG DN Contemporary is designed from the ground up for mirrorless systems and weighs 360g. It has a 9 bladed rounded aperture, with a max aperture of F2.0 and a minimum of F22. A Magnetic metal lens cap (LCF62-01M) and Petal-type lens hood (LH656-02) are provided in the box. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 24.5cm / 9.7in and a maximum magnification of 1:6.7. This lens has a 62mm filter thread.
Sigma 90mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens Specs and Features Like the 24mm, this lens also features a 9 bladed rounded aperture for smoother bokeh. It has a max aperture of F2.8 and can be stopped down to F22. The lens construction included 11 elements in 10 groups. It uses five SLD glass elements to reduce axial chromatic aberration. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 50cm / 19.7in and a maximum magnification of 1:5. This lens takes 55mm filters.
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Canon has launched RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM lens for their EOS R Series cameras in the US. It has a launch price tag of $649.99. This RF lens is now available to pre-order online from Amazon US. This item will be released on September 14, 2021. Check here for the current pricing and availability.
Canon has announced “The most exciting announcement of the year” launch event on Sep 14. We can expect a lot more new RF lenses announced during this launch event. Canon has already announced its next flagship camera EOS R3 a few months back. We might see more info on the features of this camera during this Sep 14 event.
Update: Canon EOS R3 Body now available to pre-order on Amazon US – $5,999. Canon RF16mm F2.8 STM is also now available at a price of $299.
Canon RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM is a compact, lightweight telephoto lens for EOS R Series cameras. It offers a versatile zoom range of 100mm-400mm. Since this is not that expensive comparing to the other 100-400mm lenses in the market, the fastest aperture on this at the 100mm wide end is a bit low at F5.6. At the 400mm tele-end, the fast aperture possible is F8.
According to Canon, the RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM is similar in size to the EF 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens. Canon uses fast Nano USM focusing and can get up to 6 stops of image stabilization when used in combination with a camera featuring In-body Image Stabilization like the EOS R5 and EOS R6, or 5.5 stops with an EOS R/RP camera. This lens is compatible with RF1.4x and RF2x tele extenders, offering 560mm and 800mm reach respectively.
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Canon RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM Specifications
Mount: Canon RF Mount
Zoom range: 100-400mm
Max Aperture range: F5.6 ( 100mm ) – F8 ( 400mm )
Image stabization: Up to 6 stops of shake correction
Minimum focusing distance: 2.89 feet at 200mm
Maximum magnifaction: 0.41x at 400mm
Auto focus: Canon’s Nano USM
From the manufacturer Perfect for wildlife, sports, travel and more, the RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM is a compact, lightweight telephoto lens for EOS R Series cameras, offering a versatile zoom range that brings subjects closer with ease. The RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM is similar in size to the EF 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 IS II USM lens, but not only reaches to 400mm, but also has fast Nano USM focusing and up to 6 stops of Coordinated IS when used in combination with an EOS R series camera featuring In-body Image Stabilization like the EOS R5 and EOS R6, or 5.5 stops with an EOS R/RP camera. Using a single Ultra Low Dispersion lens element towards the front of the lens group corrects chromatic aberration throughout the entire zoom range, making your images look crisp and colorful with minimal color blur. The RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM lens can also accept both the RF1.4x and RF2x tele extenders giving you the effective maximum focal length of 560mm and 800mm respectively. With a control ring that allows for quick setting changes, including shutter speed and aperture, the RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM lens puts quality, convenience and control in your hands.
Panasonic has launched H-X2550 Leica DG 25-50mm f/1.7 Lens for their micro-four third cameras in the US. It has a launch price tag of$1,799.99. This lens is now listed and available to pre-order online from Amazon US. It will be released on August 24, 2021. Check here for the current price and availability.
Panasonic H-X2550 Leica DG 25-50mm f/1.7 lens is made for Micro-four third cameras. The development of this lens was announced back in May along with Lumix DC-GH6 and DC-GH5 II camera announcements. H-X2550 offers a 25-50mm zoom with a constant F1.7 aperture through at the zoom range. In full-frame terms, it has an equivalent focal length of 50mm-100mm.
This lens has a Dust, Splash, and Freeze-resistant design, so you don’t have to worry when using it outdoors in challenging conditions. The closest focusing distance it supports is 0.28m on the wide end and 0.31m at the tele-end. It offers a maximum magnification of 0.42x at the tele-end.
Panasonic is using a step-less aperture setup and along with the micro-step drive aperture system, it ensures optimal and consistent lighting when zooming or panning. It boasts exceptional barycentric stability to minimize image shifts during zooming.
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From the manufacturer LEICA DG VARIO-SUMMILUX 20-50mm / F1.7 ASPH. H-X2550 lens is built for mirrorless Micro Four Thirds (MFT) mount cameras, enabling F1.7 aperture brightness throughout the entire 50-100mm (35mm camera equivalent) zoom range. Its exceptionally high optical performance is suitable for both professional photographers and videographers. Comprising 17 elements in 12 groups, the lens system features three aspherical lenses and four ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lenses that effectively suppress the axial chromatic aberration and chromatic aberration of magnification. Spherical aberration and distortion are also corrected by the aspherical lenses for stunningly high resolution. The use of aspherical lenses and the optimum design of the lens system results in a compact size and lightweight. Compatibility with a maximum 240-fps high-speed sensor drive realizes high-speed, high-precision autofocusing. In addition to the silent operation achieved by the inner focus drive system, the stepless aperture ring and micro-step drive system in the aperture control section help the camera to smoothly catch up to brightness changes when zooming or panning. The optical design achieves exceptional barycentric stability to minimize image shifts during zooming. A focus ring is equipped for intuitive, precise focusing and linear/ non-linear setting can also be switched with this ring.
Canon has launched RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM lens in the US online. It has a launch price tag of $1699and is now available to pre-order online from Amazon US. Check here for the availability and shipping information. This item will be released on September 29, 2021.
Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM is an ultra-wide-angle zoom lens made for Canon RF mount mirrorless cameras. It has a constant F4 aperture throughout the zoom range and L-series optical construction for great image quality. This lens has a compact design and weighs 1.2 lbs ( 540g ). For better durability and long terms use, you get a Dust- and weather-resistant construction.
The Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM lens offers up to 5.5 stops of shake correction and up to 7 stops of correction when used on EOS R series cameras with In-Body Image Stabilization. It is made with 16 elements in 12 groups. The minimum focusing distance is 7.9 inches(0.2m) at all zoom settings. Check out the full specs and features below.
Canon RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM Full Specs
Focal length: 14-35mm ( Full-frame )
Aperture range: F4 – F22
Lens mount: Canon RF mount
Lens construction: 16 elements in 12 groups
Min focus distance: 7.9 in. (0.2m), at all zoom settings
Special glass elements: Three UD-glass elements, three Aspherical elements
Lens coatings: Canon SSC (Super Spectra Coating), Canon SWC (Sub-wavelength Structure Coating), Canon ASC (Air Sphere Coating), Fluorine coating on front surface of the front element
Filter diameter: 77mm
Aperture blades: 9 blades – circular aperture
Dust/Water Resistance: Yes
Image stabilization: 5.5 stops optical IS correction with EOS R and RP, Up to 7 stops Coordinated IS correction on EOS R5, R6
Weight: 1.2 lb. (approx. 19.0 oz. / 540g)
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Olympus has launched M.ZUIKO 8-25MM PRO lens in the US online. It has a launch price tag of $1,099.99 USD. This Pro lens is now available to pre-order online from Amazon US. According to the listing, it will be released on July 9, 2021.
Olympus M.ZUIKO 8-25MM is a constant F4.0 aperture lens coming under the Pro line-up. It weighs 411g and offers a full-frame equivalent focal length of 16-50mm making it a great walk-around lens for a micro four-thirds camera.
This has 16 elements in 10 groups lens construction with a few special lenses inside ( 1 DSA lens, 2 Aspherical ED lenses, 1 Super ED lens, 1 ED lens, 1 Super HR lens, 1 HR lens, 1 HD lens ).
This has a 7 bladed aperture. The max aperture it can open to is F4.0 and can be stopped down to F22 if needed. The closest focusing distance this lens can achieve is 0.23m and it takes 72mm filters.
Olympus has given this lens a IPX1 rating – which we rarely see on camera lenses. When used with a Olympus splashproof Body, this lens is Dust & Drip Proof.
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Olympus M.ZUIKO 8-25MM PRO Specifications
Focal length: 8-25mm ( 16-50mm Full frame equivalent )
Lens construction: 16 elements in 10 groups
Special lenses: 1 DSA lens, 2 Aspherical ED lenses, 1 Super ED lens, 1 ED lens, 1 Super HR lens, 1 HR lens, 1 HD lens
Auto-focus: High-speed Imager AF (MSC)
Closest focusing distance: 0.23m ( all focal length )
Aperture: F4.0 – F22 ( 7 bladed aperture )
Filter size: 72 mm
Weight: 411g
In the box: LC-72C Lens Cap, LR-2 Lens Rear Cap, LH-76E Lens Hood, CS-53 Wrapping Cloth
Nikon has launched two new macro lenses for their Z Mirrorless Cameras – The NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 and the NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S. Both of these lenses are now available to pre-order online from Amazon US.
Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 is a standard micro lens compatible with full-frame Z mount cameras. This is a compact and lightweight lens, weighing just 260g.
The lens construction include 10 elements in 7 groups, with 1 ED element and 1 aspherical element. It supports a minimum focus distance of 0.16 m and has maximum reproduction ratio of 1.0.
It uses an STM motor to focus and has a front focusing system. According to Nikon, this lens is a total length shorter by 26% and weight lighter by 39% than the existing F mount model.
NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 Specs
Nikon Z mount Full Frame Lens
f/ 2.8 max aperture
f/ 22 min aperture
Lens construction: 10 elements in 7 groups
Special glass: 1 ED element, 1 aspherical element, fluorine-coated front lens element
Front focusing system
Min focus: 0.16 m ( 0.53 ft)
Max reproduction ratio: 1 x
Aperture opening: 9 ( rounded diaphragm opening )
46 mm filter thread
Weight: 260 g
Focus limit switch
Included in the box: LC-46B Lens Cap (front cap), LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap), HN-41 Lens Hood, CL-C1 Lens Case
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Nikon has launched NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S lens in the US online. It has a launch price tag of $999.95 and is now available to pre-order from Amazon US ( check here ). This item will be released and ship to customers on June 30, 2021.
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S is the first Macro lens from the Nikon for its Z series Mirrorless cameras. It is part of the NIKKOR Z S-line of lenses. Nikon has also announced NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 lens along with this and has confirmed 28mm F2.8 and 40mm F2 prime lenses for Z-mount are coming later this year.
The NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S has a minimum focus distance of 0.29m and offers a maximum reproduction ratio of 1.0. Nikon uses one aspherical lens element and three ED glass elements in the construction of this lens ensuring suppression of chromatic aberration.
This lens uses a new stepping motor (STM) made specially for this lens and comes with a multi-focusing system offering fast and precise AF performance. For greater stability, this lens has vibration reduction (VR) mechanism offering up to 4.5-stops. Nikon is using Nano Crystal Coat and ARNEO Coats to reduce Ghost and flare offering better overall image quality.
NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 Specs and Features
Z-mount macro lens
Full 1:1 reproduction ratio
4.5 stop Vibration Reduction
Multi-focus system
Max F2.8 aperture
Min f/32 aperture
Min focus distance: 0.29 m/0.96 ft from focal plane
Lens construction: 16 elements in 11 groups ( including 3 ED glass elements, 1 aspherical lens element )
Aperture opening: 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Weight: 630 g
Accessories in the box: LC-62B Lens Cap (front cap), LF-N1 Lens Cap (rear cap), HB-99 Lens Hood, CL-C2 Lens Case
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Canon has launched two new high-end RF Mount super-telephoto lenses in the US. Canon RF 400mm F2.8 L is USM has a pre-order price tag of $11,999 and the Canon RF 600mm F4 L is USM sells for $12,999in the US. These lenses are now available to pre-order online on Amazon US ( check here for availability ). According to the listing, this will be ship to customers on July 29, 2021, only.
Canon RF 600mm F4 and RF400mm F2.8 lenses are made for EOS R Series mirrorless cameras like Canon R5, R6, etc. These lenses are optically the same as the EF mount versions. Looks like Canon didn’t want to redesign a lens from the ground up for a mirrorless mount to save money, as well as time, especially when Sony is launching new lenses every month. Also, those EF-mount lenses are excellent lenses to copy.
Canon RF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM lens has a max aperture of F2.8, offering that dreamy background blur and faster shutter speeds in low light. This lens has 3 Image Stabilisation modes and offers up to 5.5 stops. It uses Air Sphere Coating (ASC) to suppress ghosting and has one Super UD Lens to minimize color fringing. Canon has also included 2 Fluorite Lenses to cut down on chromatic aberrations. The min focus distance of this lens is 2.5m.
Canon RF 600mm f4L IS USM lens has the same Super UD, ASC coating, and Fluorine lenses and offers up to 5.5 stops with three IS Modes. The minimum focus distance of this lens is 4.2m. Both these lenses are compatible with the Canon Extender RF 1.4x and Extender RF 2x to get even more reach and framing possibilities.
Tamron has just launched a 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057) zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. This is a compact, ultra-telephoto zoom lens with a max aperture range of F5-6.7. You can use it on an APS-C crop Sony Alpha body as well and can get the extra reach thanks to the crop factor.
Tamron 150-500m Sony E-mount Lens Price in the US: $1,399 ( Expected shipping date: June 10 2021 – will be available to pre-order from Amazon US / B&H Photo / Adorama etc in the coming weeks ).
Tamron 150-500mm is made with 25 elements in 16 groups optical construction and has a length of just 209.6mm ( 8.3 in ) zoomed out. When you extend the lens to 500mm, the length increases to 283mm (11.1 in). For good auto-focus, Tamron uses linear motor focus mechanism VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) and has and VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization to get the best shots when shooting handheld.
At 150mm, this lens has a min focus distance of 0.6m (23.6 in). At 500mm, the min focus distance is 1.8m (70.9 in). The arc of rotation of the zoom ring is only 75° which lets you zoom in and zoom out easily. To get the best image quality, Tamron is using XLD (eXtra Low Dispersion), LD (Low Dispersion) and hybrid aspherical lens elements in this lens’ construction. To suppress ghosting and flare, it has BBAR-G2 (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection Generation 2) coating as well.
Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057) Specs
Sony E 14 mm F1.8 GM Lens ( SEL14F18GM ) up for Pre-order online on Amazon US | Price: $1,599 US.
Sony has launched the E 14 mm F1.8 GM Lens ( SEL14F18GM ) in the US. It has a pre-order price tag of $1,599 USD and is now in stock online on Amazon US ( check here).
Sony FE 14 mm F1.8 GM ( SEL14F18GM ) is a compact, large F1.8 aperture, an ultra-wide-angle lens that is part of their premium G-Master series of lenses. This is made for Sony Alpha E-mount Full Frame cameras. You can use it on a crop sensor APS-C camera as well, albeit with a crop ( 21mm ).
The fast F1.8 aperture makes it a great lens to have for astrophotography. The ultra-wide 14mm focal length and G Master lens quality make it a wonderful lens to use in real estate interior photography and landscape photography as well. This lens boasts sharp resolution from corner to corner with little to no distortion. It weighs just 460g. Comparing to the Sigma 14mm lens, this lens is much compact and lightweight. Check out the Dpreview review of this lens comparing these two lenses here.
Sony has used Two XA (extreme aspherical) elements and one aspherical lens element to get an excellent resolution out of this lens. It also has Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements and one Super ED glass element to suppress chromatic aberration issues and offer good contrast and image quality. To get a circular and smoother bokeh, this lens has a 9-blade circular aperture mechanism.
Usually,, ultra-wide-angle lenses do not need super fast autofocus features. Sony, however, is using two XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors to get fast and accurate Auto-focus even at wide open at F1.8. To use filters like ND filters, you will have to use the rear filter holder as you can’t screw in a filter at the front due to the bulbous front glass which is common on ultra-wide-angle lenses. As always with a G-Master lens, Sony FE 14 mm F1.8 GM SEL14F18GM lens also has a dust and moisture resistant design.
Sony FE 14 mm F1.8 GM Lens Specifications
Mount: Sony E-mount 35 mm full-frame
Focal length: 14mm
Aperture range: F1.8 – F16
Lens construction: 14 elements in 11 groups
Min focus distance: 0.82 ft
Two XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors for Autofocus
9 bladed circular aperture
Customizable focus hold button
Aperture ring with click-stop switch
Linear Response MF
Fluorine coating on the front and rear elements
2x ultra-precise XA elements
2x ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements
One Super ED (Extra-low Dispersion)
Nano AR Coating II
Dust and moisture resistant design
APS-C focal length: 21mm
Weight: 460 g
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