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Sigma announced a new Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG II | ART lens for L-mount

By LR admin | Published: February 24, 2026

The previously rumored Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG II | ART lens for L-mount is now officially announced: Pre-orders: B&H Photo | WEX Photo Additional information Specifications Sigma blog Press releases Related videos:

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Two new M-mount lenses will make a world premiere at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan this week: DK-Optic CHIARO 75mm f/1.9 & Optics PEACE 35mm f/1.4 E41

By LR admin | Published: February 23, 2026

  Shotenkobo is teasing two new M-mount lenses that will make a world premiere at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan this week: DK-Optic CHIARO 75mm f/1.9 lens for M-mount This mid-telephoto lens reliably reproduces the rendering philosophy and classic appearance inspired by the classic Dallmeyer “Super Six” 3-inch F1.9 lens, using modern materials and […]

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Leica digest #221

By LR admin | Published: February 22, 2026

→ L-mount deal: you can now get a free Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8 or 50mm f/1.8 lens with the purchase of a Panasonic Lumix S5IIX/S5II/S9 camera. → Sigma to announce two new lenses for L-mount next week for the 2026 CP+ show in Japan (see first leaked pictures here). → Skylum is celebrating Luminar’s 4th anniversary this month, […]

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What’s next for Leica? (updated)

By LR admin | Published: February 22, 2026

After the Leica Noctilux M 35mm f/1.2 lens and Xiaomi/Leica phone announcements, here is an updated list/recap of expected/rumored Leica cameras and lenses (see all previous reports here): New Leica SL 44MP camera (around May 2026) Leica M12 (rumored for 2026) Leica mirrorless medium format camera (2026?) Leica M-mount lens rumors: Leica APO-Summicron M 50mm f/2 with […]

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New Weekender Nelson S&M camera bag by Oberwerth

By LR admin | Published: February 22, 2026

Oberwerth released a new Weekender Nelson S&M camera bag:

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New LM-CR ME adapter with Helicoid EXIF/focus support released (Leica M-mount lens to Canon RF camera)

By LR admin | Published: February 21, 2026

A new LM-CR ME adapter with Helicoid EXIF/focus support has been released (for Leica M-mount lenses on Canon RF cameras). You can purchase it on eBay for $249. Additional information:

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PolarPro created a new lens filter that simulates the look of Kodak Portra 400 film

By LR admin | Published: February 21, 2026

PolarPro released a new lens filter that simulates the look of Kodak Portra 400 film. Different sizes are available that can be purchased from B&H Photo (check also the PolarPro Amazon store): “The Portra Filter embodies the color profile of the classic PORTRA 400. The glass delivers a soft, organic Portra style look and feel […]

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