The new Meike 85mm f/1.8 Full Frame autofocus E-mount lens is now available for preorder at Amazon, BHphoto and Meike.

CineD openly confirmed what had been obvious since the Sony A7V launch:

Had Sony launched a beefed-up version of the FX2 instead of the allegedly “reheated” camera, we might now be looking at Canon as the one arriving late with the EOS C50. That would have shifted parts of the market dynamics, though it’s hard to say how much impact it would have had on real-world sales.

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Sony has proven itself to be a strong sprinter, entering a market long dominated by Canon and Nikon and quickly capturing a substantial share. After that initial push, the company has settled into a phase of gaining some ground, then losing some. If we’re speculating, it’s worth asking what happens if Sony announces a successor to the Sony FX3 in the near future. Imagine the specs of the a7V packaged in a square, grey, cine-first body. Even if such a camera arrives later than expected, it could create real pressure for Canon, and perhaps even more so for Nikon. This game is far from over.

I think Sony knows by now they cannot afford to launch a “conservative” updated FX3II. they need some real cool camera now!

A Rednote member named Chan modified his Panasonic Lumix S9 to be an E-mount camera. He had to remove the front sensor cover and use a Viltrox-E-mount adapter ring to get the right flange distance. Now he has an unbeatable combination: the power of the LUT combined with the wide availability of E-mount lenses.

The L mount has a flange distance of 20 mm, while Sony’s E mount has a flange distance of 18 mm. So it’s impossible to adapt E-mount lenses. The only way is to do what Chan did, cut the mount and bring an E mount closer to the sensor. I don’t think you should do that… it takes the right skills to make it work, and you’ll lose your warranty.

A newly published Tamron patent reveals a 28–70mm f/2.0 lens design — potentially a more affordable alternative to Sony’s $3,350 GM lens.

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Source: Asobinet

The new Meike 23mm f/1.4 APS-C E lens is now available for preorder at Amazon and BHphoto and Meike.

Brightin Star is preparing to unveil a full-frame 50mm f/1.05 manual-focus lens, with the announcement expected in the coming days. Early indications suggest it’s very similar to the now-discontinued 7Artisans 50mm f/1.05. Pricing remains unconfirmed. Planned mount options include Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, and L-Mount.