Sony has released firmware version 2.00 for the Sony a7 V, bringing a substantial update focused on professional audio workflows, FTP functionality, and new production tools for hybrid shooters and filmmakers.
Laowa has officially unveiled its next-generation Probe Zoom system, which it states is "the world’s widest macro probe lens with the broadest focal range ever made." Designed for cinematic and high-end commercial work, the new 15-24mm T8 and 15-35mm T12 macro lenses expand the company’s well-known probe lineup with a wider focal range, increased flexibility, and a modular design built around extreme close-up imaging.
Godox has announced the new iM30Pro, an upgraded version of its popular pocket-sized iM30 flash that adds a rechargeable lithium battery, bounce flash capability, a color display, and expanded creative controls while maintaining the compact design that made the original model appealing to travel and street photographers.
Viltrox has introduced two new additions to its Evo series lineup, the AF 75mm f/1.8 Evo and AF 90mm f/2.2 Evo, designed specifically for APS-C mirrorless systems. Built for Sony E, Nikon Z, and Fujifilm X mounts, both lenses focus on delivering professional portrait performance in a compact and lightweight form factor.
7Artisans has partnered with the historic Seagull brand to introduce the limited-edition Seagull × 7Artisans M 35mm f/1.7, a new full-frame manual-focus lens designed for Leica M-mount rangefinder cameras.
Harlowe has announced its new Pocket Flash, a compact hybrid lighting tool that combines an on-camera flash with a bi-color continuous LED light. Designed for photographers, content creators, and videographers, the pocket-sized unit features a unique built-in lift mechanism that it says helps create more flattering lighting.
7Artisans has introduced its new Dream Cine Lens Series, a full-frame manual-focus lens lineup designed for creators stepping into filmmaking. Built around a unified cine workflow, the series aims to bring professional cinematic control into an accessible, lightweight system for independent filmmakers, content creators, and film students.
Maono has introduced its new P Series Hybrid Audio Interface range, designed for modern creators working across multiple platforms and devices, including laptops, smartphones, tablets, cameras, and livestreaming setups. The lineup includes the Maono P1 and P2, both built to simplify multi-device audio workflows while delivering high-resolution recording and low-noise performance.
Neewer’s latest lighting release introduces two very different flashes aimed at modern photographers working across both studio and location environments. The Q120 outdoor strobe focuses on compact, battery-powered portability for off-camera work, while the Z3R TTL round-head speedlite brings a more refined on-camera experience with a touchscreen-driven interface. This hands-on review looks at how each unit translates its design into real-world shooting situations.
Blackmagic Design has officially released the final version of DaVinci Resolve 21, delivering one of the largest updates in the software's history. The release introduces a completely new Photo page for still-image editing, a range of AI-powered tools, major workflow enhancements across editing, color grading, audio, and visual effects, and support for additional camera formats and codecs.
Meta's social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, are experiencing widespread issues today, with users reporting login failures, unexpected account logouts, and problems accessing both websites and mobile apps. The Meta Business Suite is also down as of the time of writing.
New camera announcements continue to arrive at a rapid pace, and this week’s lineup brings together several of the most talked-about new releases alongside deep discounts on premium tripods to support them. Whether you are planning to preorder a new body, upgrade your lens lineup, or finally replace an aging support system, there are some unusually strong deals available right now.
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