Samyang is officially teasing the worldwide launch of the new Remaster Slim modular lens. It’s already on preorder at WexUK and ParkCameras.

So far we only have some Korean Youtube reviews of the lens. Just add the autotranslated subtitles to read what they say:

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TTartisan announced this new 75mm f/1.5 M-mount lens. You can reorder it now on Amazon, TTartisan, Pergear. It’s M-mount so that it can be used on every modern mirrorless sytem camera through appropriate adapters. What makes this lens special is that it aims ot reproduce the Image look of the old Carl Zeiss Jena Biotar 75. Specifically that iconic swirly bokeh effect.

Philip Reeve tested the lens and writes:

This is a character lens, appreciated for what it is—one with unique and specific characteristics based on an old design from photography’s romantic eras. If it aligns with your taste, you’ll love it. If not, you’ll likely find it unappealing. There’s little room for middle ground or lukewarm feelings with a lens like this.

Here you can find some image samples and the description of the lens:

Youtube videos:

You can preorder it now at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, FotoErhardt, WexUK. Full presentation on Explora. Full review on SonyAlphaBlog.

TAMRON 90mm macro — 45 years of evolution and continual refinement

In 1979, TAMRON unveiled its groundbreaking 90mm macro lens, SP 90mm F/2.5 (Model 52B). During that time,the use of macro lenses was mainly limited to the copying of documents. When photographers were clamoring for a mid-telephoto lens with a short MOD (Minimum Object Distance), TAMRON delivered a truly revolutionary product. The Model 52B combined macro functionality with stunning bokeh and exceptional image quality, making it a versatile choice for general photography. Nicknamed “Tamukyu,” a portmanteau of two Japanese words, it quickly gained acclaim, particularly among nature photographers and portrait enthusiasts.
TAMRON continued to innovate in response to evolving photographic needs, releasing subsequent models such as the SP AF90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 (Model 272E) and SP 90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD (Model F004). In 2016, TAMRON launched theSP 90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD (Model F017), a further refinement of the Model F004. The digital-compatible coating technology, combined with its soft, natural bokeh and sharp detail rendering, continues to be favored by many photographers today.
Fast forward to 2024, the 45th anniversary of the first generation. TAMRON proudly introduces a highly anticipated mirrorless version of this iconic 90mm macro lens, the 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD (Model F072). This lens continues TAMRON’s legacy of beloved brilliant performance with cutting-edge technology to forge a new chapter in the history of TAMRON’s 90mm macro lens.

An important source just sent me a message through the contact form. I can only answer him back through this post on SAR:

Last week I got the SAME info about the MAJOR announcement. So thanks for confirming it ;)

To SAR readers: Be patient, will share the info as soon as I CAN and after further discussion with sources to get additional details. All you have to know is that this is 100% GOOD news ;)

As you know the new Peak Design Outdoor Bag reorders are going strong on Kickstarter (Click here). Peak Design’s Founder Peter Dering had a chat with PetaPixel to explain their success and philosophy. Watch it from minute 26:

And this is the new Peak Design Outdoor Bag presentation: