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Brightin Star Launches New Fisheye Lens for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras

11 May 2026 at 15:47

Split image: On the left, a camera lens with a filter being attached. On the right, two wide camera lenses, one black and one silver, with model details and compatible mounts listed below.

Brightin Star has announced the new 7.5mm f/2.8 IV APS-C ultra-wide fisheye lens, a compact manual-focus optic aimed at photographers and creators looking for dramatic ultra-wide perspectives without the size or cost typically associated with specialty lenses.

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  • The Best Deals on Lenses for Every Major Mount Kate Garibaldi
    Spring often brings a wave of lens promotions, but this week’s deals stand out for the sheer range of systems included. From compact APS-C zooms to flagship telephoto glass, several major mounts are seeing meaningful discounts right now, including Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, L-Mount, and Micro Four Thirds. [Read More]
     

The Best Deals on Lenses for Every Major Mount

8 May 2026 at 19:06

Multiple camera lenses of various sizes and brands are arranged diagonally on a vibrant, gradient background with green, yellow, and orange hues. The lenses are viewed from different angles.

Spring often brings a wave of lens promotions, but this week’s deals stand out for the sheer range of systems included. From compact APS-C zooms to flagship telephoto glass, several major mounts are seeing meaningful discounts right now, including Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, L-Mount, and Micro Four Thirds.

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  • Meike Launches Ultra-Light 56mm f/1.7 APS-C Portrait Prime Kate Garibaldi
    Meike has officially launched the latest addition to its growing Air Series lineup, the Air AF 56mm f/1.7 APS-C lens for Sony E-mount cameras. First shown publicly at CP+ 2026 earlier this year, the compact portrait prime is positioned as an affordable, lightweight option for creators seeking strong subject separation without adding significant bulk to their kit. [Read More]
     

Meike Launches Ultra-Light 56mm f/1.7 APS-C Portrait Prime

8 May 2026 at 15:52

Two camera lenses are displayed side by side against a neutral background, one in white and the other in black. Both lenses have "56/1.7" prominently printed on the front.

Meike has officially launched the latest addition to its growing Air Series lineup, the Air AF 56mm f/1.7 APS-C lens for Sony E-mount cameras. First shown publicly at CP+ 2026 earlier this year, the compact portrait prime is positioned as an affordable, lightweight option for creators seeking strong subject separation without adding significant bulk to their kit.

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Brightin Star Launches Ultra-Thin UV Filters

8 May 2026 at 13:01

A camera lens filter with its case sits on a mossy rock in front of a rocky, cave-like background. Text reads "AERO UV" and "APEX SERIES.

Lens maker Brightin Star has announced a new Aero UV Filter lineup, a series of ultra-thin UV protection filters designed to deliver minimal optical impact while offering everyday lens protection for photographers and filmmakers.

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DJI’s Osmo Mobile 8P Phone Gimbal Has a Detachable Remote Monitor

7 May 2026 at 16:36

DJI Osmo Mobile 8P gimbal shown holding a smartphone with a selfie video, along with two other camera devices, against a gradient background with the DJI logo and product name at the top.

DJI has announced the new Osmo Mobile 8P, a next-generation smartphone gimbal designed to push mobile filmmaking further with upgraded tracking, a detachable remote monitor, and deeper integration with Apple’s ecosystem.

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Amazon Photos Redesign Adds Memory Feed, AI Search, and Alexa Controls

5 May 2026 at 18:02

Two smartphones display the Amazon Photos app; one shows a search for "Ellie playing in the snow" with matching photos, while the other displays a smiling girl outdoors with the caption "Summer days.

Amazon is rethinking how users interact with their photo libraries, rolling out a redesigned experience for Amazon Photos that shifts the focus from storage to discovery. Rather than opening to a static grid of images, the updated app now surfaces curated memories the moment users launch it, aiming to make photo libraries feel more alive and accessible.

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OptiColour Expands Into Large Format as Analog Continues Its Resurgence

5 May 2026 at 17:48

A box of OptiColour 200 4x5 color negative film is on the left. On the right, two developed film negatives and a camera lens are placed on a white surface.

Large format photographers have a new option on the table as OptiColour 200 makes its debut in 4×5, 5×7, and 8×10 sheet film. Built on the Wolfen NC200 emulsion, the film brings a familiar look to a format that continues to attract fine art, portrait, and landscape photographers seeking maximum image quality and tonal control.

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