Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
The Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM lens is built for APS-C format cameras, providing a 27-52.5mm equivalent full frame field of view. At 1.78 lbs, the lens is not quite a bear; however, you’ll definitely notice an increase and size and weight from other variable aperture zoom lenses built for APS-C cameras (e.g., Canon’s EF-S 18-135mm IS STM and Nikon’s 18-105mm VR). I equate the feel close to the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS lens. [Read more…]
The new Sigma 24-150mm f/4 DG OS HSM lens is now in stock for Canon DSLRs. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
B&H has the new Olympus 25mm f/1.8 lens (50mm equivalent) for Micro Four Thirds cameras now in stock with free shipping. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
Alongside its new 28-300mm lens, Tamron has also announced the 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DI II VC PZD MACRO lens designs for APS-C cameras. The lens follows the popular 18-270mm model, stretching the focal length at both ends of the zoom range for a 18.8x total zoom range. [Read more…]
Tamron has announced the development of a new full frame 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DI VC PZD lens ahead of CP+ next week. The new lens will be available for Canon, Nikon and Sony mounts. [Read more…]
Olloclip is a slide-on lens system for the iPhone. There are several options available – with each setup offering multiple lens options in a single unit. There are fisheye, macro, telephoto and polarizer options available. For example, the 4-in-1 for the iPhone 5/5s features a fisheye & wide angle lens on one side and a 10x and 15x macro lens on the other. [Read more…]
Zeiss has taken wraps off of its Touit 50mm f/2.8 macro lens, which will be available for APS-C format Fuji X-Series and Sony E-mount cameras. The lens offers a 1:1 macro capability and runs $999.
Check out the overview video and sample below. [Read more…]
Sigma’s new 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM lens is now available for pre-order for $399. It is available for Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax and Sigma mounts. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
B&H just received a limited stock of the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM lens for Nikon mount and is shipping them out to customers. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
Recent rumors suggest that a new version of the popular Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L IS lens might be coming soon. Reports note that the current version, which has been around since 1993, is difficult to source, which could mean supply is being neutered in preparation for the next version of this lens.
[via Northlight]