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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 …
It’s time to compare three interesting third-party portrait lenses for the Fujifilm X system — the Viltrox 56mm f/1.7, Sigma 56mm f/1.4, and TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8. These lenses all aim to deliver that classic 85mm full-frame look on APS-C cameras, which makes them ideal for portraits, street shots, and detail work. Each of them has …
Fujifilm Black Friday deals are here. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to expand your Fujifilm kit, this is it. Now all the important manufactures are running Black Friday deals. I’ve tested, reviewed, and shot with these lenses extensively, so here are my personal recommendations with my affiliate links (with no extra cost …
Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 it’s a lens I can confidently call the crown jewel of affordable full-frame lenses. The lens I’ve dreamed about for years—one that usually costs over $1,500—can now be had for a third of that. Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 has good autofocus, fantastic image quality, and that magic 35mm focal length combined …
When you’re shooting Fujifilm cameras, the usual conversation around flashes goes toward Godox, Fujifilm’s own EF series, or bigger third-party units. But what if you just want a small, lightweight, and budget-friendly flash for travel, everyday portraits, or casual fill light? That’s where the Viltrox Spark Z3-F comes in. This little flash costs around $55, …