News & Reviews on New Camera Lenses
The Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0 L USM is a decent choice if photographers often themselves zooming out to put all objects in the frame. At about 1.1lbs, the lens is neither overwhelmingly heavy nor feather-light. The excellent build quality is comparable to L-series models, while the lens feels really solid. The lens is properly sealed […]
The Tokina AF-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX is a decent lens with efficient autofocus, excellent image quality and very solid barrel. Common complaints with the lens include high vignetting, huge chromatic aberrations at lower focal lengths and weak performance at larger relative aperture. Nevertheless, it can still be appealing for users seeking lenses with smaller […]
The Panasonic Lumix G VARIO 14-140mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH./POWER O.I.S is a more compact and lighter alternative than the company’s 14-140mm models. Designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras, the lens can also take advantages of digital cameras with high performance AF, including the Lumix G6. POWER O.I.S. is an optical image stabilizer, which allows better image […]
Jenoptik releases a new type of lens designed specifically for thermographic cameras. The 1.0/7.5mm wide-angle lens is coated with hybrid “Diamond-Like Carbon” (DLC) materials, which can withstand extreme ambient conditions. The diamond coating guarantees optimum reproduction and it is designed to withstand extreme industrial situations. Surveillance and measurement of large objects are possible even from […]
Sigma, a 3rd party lens manufacturer from Japan has unveiled availability and pricing details for its new lens, the 60mm F2.8 DN | A. It is a prime lens that’s the part of the Art family, there are a couple of mirror-less mounts available for the lens: The Sony E-mounts and Micro Four Thirds. The […]
