Monthly Archives: March 2022

Venus Laowa 20mm F4 Zero-D Shift Lens Officially Announced

Anhui China, 28 March 2022 – Venus Optics, the manufacturer that specialized in making unique camera lenses, is presenting a new Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift, expanding its shift lens line-up. On top of the fascinating ultra-wide angle of view, the lens delivers incredible sharpness with close-to-zero optical distortion (Zero-D). A ±11mm shift amount on full-frame (±8mm on Medium Format) allows architecture photographers to have maximum control on the perspective. The lens also comes with a rotatable lens hood for avoiding flare and protecting the front lens element. Pair with the special design lens support*, it can now create perfect high-res stitching with ease. This carefully crafted lens can absolutely satisfy professional users for both architectures, interior and landscape works. Continue reading

Samyang AF 35mm F1.4 FE II Lens Announced

Samyang has just announced the new  AF 35mm F1.4 FE II lens to celebrate its 50th anniversary.  The AF 35mm F1.4 FE II is the second edition of the AF 35mm F1.4 FE, and it is one of the lenses that has been loved by many people since Samyang released its first Autofocus lens in 2016. Lens standards are constantly changing and Samyang is launching this AF 35mm F1.4 FE II lens as the most universal lens of all time. Some may consider that the market is filled with similar focal lengths already, however, Samyang has taken additional steps to innovate. Continue reading

Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G Lens Announced, Priced $1,198, Available for Pre-Order

Sony has just officially announced the new Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G lens. It delivers outstanding performance and control in the world’s lightest full-frame wide-angle power-zoom lens with a constant F4 aperture. It has refined image quality, reliable G lens rendering, and industry-leading AF performance in a remarkably compact form factor that will appeal to both photo and video content creators, incredible resolution, beautiful bokeh, and fast and precise AF.

This new lens costs $1,198, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama. Continue reading