New Brightin Star APO M 35mm f/1.7 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount coming in August

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Brightin Star will launch a new APO M 35mm f/1.7 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount on Kickstarter. The campaign is expected to launch in the middle of August:

• Use coupon code RUMORS for a discount at the Brightin Star online store.
• Previous coverage of Brightin Star lenses is available here.
• The full line of Brightin Star M-mount lenses is available here.
• In the US, Brightin Star lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.
• Additional information on the lens can be found here:

• Advanced Optical Design: APO apochromatic correction with 3 high-precision double-sided aspherical elements and dual floating groups, delivering exceptional sharpness even wide open.
• Outstanding Performance: Minimum focusing distance of 0.3m and an ultra-long 307° focus throw (cinema-level precision) for accurate manual control and high-resolution results from wide aperture.
• Ergonomic Design: Classic tiger-claw focus ring for smooth handling, paired with a compact metal lens hood to effectively reduce flare.
• This product is currently under development. Final specifications and performance are subject to the actual production model.

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