What else is new?

Viltrox announced new camera lens cleaning travel kit for $13

Peak Design released new colors for their camera bags, pouches, and straps

ON1 Resize AI 2026 now available

No, Viltrox is not working on a digital camera

Godox announced a new AD400Pro II all-in-one outdoor flash

What’s next for Skylum Luminar Neo

Updated list of latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses

Posted in Uncategorized| Tagged | 98 Comments

Get 10% off Owlkrown camera straps (coupon code included)

Owlkrown is a new US-based company that produces various accessories for cameras – check out their latest camera straps:

You can now get 10% off any order with code LEICARUMORS10.

Via Leica Rumors

Posted in Accessories, Deals| 42 Comments

OM SYSTEM announcement coming soon (new OM SYSTEM 50-200mm f/2.8 Pro lens?)


OM SYSTEM will announce a new product soon. The only remaining lens on the latest roadmap is a new telephoto zoom:

New OM System lens roadmap 2025 released

There is a very good chance that the new lens will be 50-200mm f/2.8:

OM System updated its roadmap with a new telephoto lens for 2025

Posted in OM SYSTEM| Tagged , , | 20 Comments

New: SG-Image 7.5mm f/2.8 fisheye lens for Micro Four Thirds ($105)


SG-Image has a new 7.5mm f/2.8 fisheye lens for Micro Four Thirds – already listed for sale on eBay for around $100.

Additional informtion:

Read More »

Posted in 3rd Party Lens| 45 Comments

What else is new?

Kickstarter updates: Peak Design Pro Tripod raised almost $4 million with 3 days left, new Maven Filters WAVE 3 magnetic filter line launched

Here are the 2025 EISA awards for photography

CIPA June 2025 report

New Godox TR TTL hot shoe riser

SmallRig X Transformers

Antigravity unveils A1: the world’s first 8K 360 drone

Kodak says it might have to cease operations

Kodak issues a statement regarding “misleading media reports”: will use pension fund to pay off debt

Posted in Uncategorized| Tagged | 108 Comments

Kickstarter updates: Peak Design Pro Tripod raised $4 million with 3 days left, new Maven Filters WAVE 3 magnetic filter line launched



The Pro Tripod by Peak Design has already raised almost $4 million on Kickstarter (backed by 4,742 backers). The funding project will end in 3 days. With that campaign, Peak Design launched three new lines of PRO tripods, including a lite and tall versions. Additional information can be found here (check also the Peak Design website).

Maven Filters started a Kickstarter campaign for a new WAVE 3 magnetic filter line (Diopters, Mini Ring Light, Star Walker, LPL+Diffusion, H Alpha & Much More):


Still available on Kickstarter – the LIT DUO 1 light meter:



Via PhotoRumors

Posted in Accessories| Tagged , | 1 Comment

The top 5 best Micro Four Thirds lenses


The top 5 best Micro Four Thirds lenses:

  • Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 8-25mm f/4 PRO
    • Why it’s great: This ultra-wide zoom (16-50mm full-frame equivalent) is perfect for landscapes, architecture, and street photography. It delivers sharp images with minimal distortion, has a robust weather-sealed build, and offers a close focusing distance of 9.1 inches for creative shots. Its ability to use screw-in filters adds versatility.
    • Best for: Wide-angle enthusiasts needing a durable, high-quality zoom.
  • Panasonic Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 ASPH Power OIS
    • Why it’s great: With an 85mm equivalent focal length and a fast f/1.2 aperture, this lens excels for portraits, offering creamy bokeh and excellent low-light performance. It’s sharp, weather-sealed, and includes optical stabilization, making it ideal for both stills and video.
    • Best for: Portrait photographers and videographers seeking shallow depth of field.
  • OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO
    • Why it’s great: This all-in-one zoom (24-200mm equivalent) is a favorite for its versatility, covering wide to telephoto ranges. It’s weather-sealed, sharp across the frame, and has effective in-lens stabilization, making it a go-to for travel and general-purpose shooting.
    • Best for: Photographers wanting one lens for multiple scenarios.
  • Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm f/2.8 Macro
    • Why it’s great: This macro lens (120mm equivalent) offers 1:1 magnification (2x equivalent) for stunning close-ups. It’s compact, weather-sealed, and sharp, with a fast f/2.8 aperture for low-light macro work. Its affordability makes it a standout.
    • Best for: Macro photographers and nature enthusiasts.
  • Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 ASPH
    • Why it’s great: This compact prime (18mm equivalent) is ideal for astrophotography, low-light shooting, and wide-angle creativity. Its f/1.7 aperture ensures excellent light gathering, and the 0.25x magnification allows for close-up shots. It’s sharp corner-to-corner and budget-friendly.
    • Best for: Astrophotographers and street shooters on a budget.
Posted in MFT lenses, Panasonic lenses| 3 Comments