Tudor Mateescu
I tested the TTArtisan AF 85mm F1.8 NEO on my Nikon Z5IIC for street photography and portraits. Here is why I like its bokeh, balance and value, and who might miss the focus ring.
After two weeks with the Sony RX100 VII, I share why I kept it: pocketable handling, RAW image quality, sharper-photo settings and my 40mm setup.
Why I would choose a 40mm field of view for street photography, with my lens picks for Fujifilm, Micro Four Thirds, Sony and Nikon, plus Ricoh and Leica options.
My long-term Sigma 30mm f/1.4 Fujifilm review: real photographs, X-Pro3 and X-T5 experiences, and why its 45mm view is my favorite everyday balance.
7Artisans 35mm f/2.8 LM / LTM is a lens that genuinely surprised me — one of those rare pieces of gear that completely shifts your expectations. This is a new lens from 7Artisans designed for the Leica M mount, and it’s also available for the Leica LTM / M39 mount. It’s clearly inspired by the …
A few days ago I noticed that Fujifilm announced a special limited-edition GFX100RF made together with fashion designer and artist Hiroshi Fujiwara. It’s called the GFX100RF Fragment Edition. What is interesting is that, they removed the standard Monochrome profile and added a custom black-and-white recipe called FRGMT BW, created by Hiroshi. It’s basically Acros with …
Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO Z is shaking up the photography world by offering pro-level performance at a price point that challenges the competition. Designed specifically for Nikon Z-mount users, Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO Z combines outstanding image quality, smooth bokeh, and fast autofocus in a robust, weather-sealed build. Whether you’re shooting portraits, street scenes, or …
7Artisans 10mm f/2.8 AF is a portable ultra-wide that finally brings bright-aperture autofocus to the Fujifilm X mount—without the bulk. On Fujifilm APS-C, this 10 mm focal length gives you a dramatic 15 mm full-frame equivalent field of view. Pair that with f/2.8, confident autofocus, a 62 mm filter thread, and a body that weighs …
Viltrox 14mm f/4 AF is an ultra-wide lens that balances portability, performance, and price. Viltrox 14mm f/4 AF might just be your new favorite lens on Nikon Z f, Nikon Z6 iii or any other full frame camera. Designed for full-frame mirrorless systems like Nikon Z f, this lens delivers an impressive 112° field of …
If you’ve been searching for a compact, sharp, and affordable portrait lens for your Fujifilm camera, the TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 might be the hidden gem you’ve been waiting for. Designed to deliver professional-looking results without the bulk or price tag of Fujifilm’s own 56mm f/1.2, this all-metal lens brings fast autofocus, beautiful bokeh, and impressive …