Used CCD Compact Camera Prices Quadruple in Japan as Retro Digital Boom Intensifies Jun 4, 2026 KOMEHYO reports used CCD compact camera sales volume up 5x and prices up 3.5x in Japan, driven by Gen Z appreciation for the warm, film-like rendering of early-2000s CCD sensors.
Chinese PE Firm HSG in Advanced Talks to Acquire Leica Camera Jun 3, 2026 HongShan Capital Group, formerly Sequoia Capital China, has emerged as the leading bidder to acquire Blackstone's 45% stake in Leica Camera AG, with the possibility of also purchasing the Kaufmann family's remaining 55%. The deal values the legendary German camera maker at approximately €1 billion.
CIPA April 2026: Compact Cameras Surge 30%, Mirrorless Steady, DSLR Fading Fast Jun 3, 2026 CIPA April 2026 data shows compact camera shipments up 30% year-to-date, mirrorless up 11%, and DSLRs down 31%. The camera industry recovery is real, but the growth is uneven across categories.
GoPro Warns of "Substantial Doubt" About Its Survival in SEC Filing Jun 3, 2026 GoPro disclosed "substantial doubt" about its ability to continue as a going concern in an amended SEC filing, citing ongoing losses, negative cash flow, and an inability to meet financial covenants. The company that defined the action camera category is fighting for its life.
Viltrox AF 75mm F1.8 and AF 90mm F2.2 EVO Lenses Launching Next Week Jun 3, 2026 Viltrox is set to release two new APS-C telephoto primes next week: the AF 75mm F1.8 EVO and AF 90mm F2.2 EVO, both compatible with Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z mounts. Weighing about 330g with a 58mm filter thread, they slot into the EVO series between the budget Air and flagship Pro lines.
Lucky Color 400 Brings a Second Color Negative Film from China Jun 1, 2026 China Lucky Film is preparing to launch Lucky Color 400, its second modern color negative film following Lucky Color 200. The new ISO 400 emulsion improves color accuracy and will ship in both 35mm and 120 formats, expected by mid-to-late July 2026.
Sony FX3II Rumored With Dual Processor and Global Shutter May 29, 2026 A new rumor claims the Sony FX3II will feature a dual processor and global shutter sensor, positioning it as the most technically ambitious cinema camera Sony has ever built in the compact FX form factor.
GoPro Is Exploring a Sale Again, and Xiaomi Might Be the Buyer May 26, 2026 GoPro has authorized a formal review of strategic alternatives including a possible sale. Xiaomi is reportedly considering an acquisition, reigniting rumors that first surfaced in 2018.
Sony A7R VI DR Analysis: Full-Frame That Beats Medium Format Jun 5, 2026 Bill Claff measured the Sony A7R VI at 12.55 PDR, the best ever for a full-frame camera and a dead heat with the Fujifilm GFX100II at base ISO. But the DGO sensor architecture that makes this possible has a hidden cost in electronic shutter performance.
The Best Nikon F-Mount Lenses for Astrophotographers on a Budget Jun 2, 2026 A practical guide to undervalued Nikon F-mount telephoto lenses for deep-sky astrophotography. From the $150 180mm F2.8 ED AI-S to Chilescope Observatory's AF-S Nikkor 200mm F2G ED VR II, these vintage ED lenses deliver astrograph performance at used-market prices.
Sigma Patent P2026079898: The Ultimate Portrait Prime Trio for Mirrorless May 29, 2026 Sigma patent P2026079898 reveals optical designs for three fast portrait primes built natively for mirrorless: an 85mm F1.2, a 105mm F1.4, and a 135mm F1.4. The designs show a unified engineering effort optimized for short-flange mounts.
L-Mount in 2026: A System at a Crossroads May 27, 2026 The L-Mount Alliance is five years old, but the system faces tough questions about its future. Panasonic, Leica, and Sigma each have different priorities, and the mount needs a clear direction to stay competitive.
Nikon Service Munich Files for Bankruptcy After 47 Years Jun 1, 2026 After 47 years in business, Nikon Service Munich (Dostal & Rudolf GmbH) has filed for bankruptcy. The independent authorized Nikon service center and dealer will close on May 31, 2026, leaving Germany with only three official Nikon service points.
Meike Officially Releases AF 85mm F1.4 II and 56mm F1.7 Air May 30, 2026 Meike has officially released two new autofocus lenses: the full-frame AF 85mm F1.4 II MIX at $498 and the APS-C AF 56mm F1.7 Air at $159, available for Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, and L-mount.
Nikon Developing NIKKOR Z 120-300mm F2.8 TC VR S With Built-In Teleconverter May 26, 2026 Nikon has announced the development of the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm F2.8 TC VR S, a professional telephoto zoom with a built-in 1.4x teleconverter, extending the range to 420mm for sports and wildlife photography.
Viltrox Teases 11 New Products Including L-Mount Chip, EVO Pancake, and F1.2 Pro Primes May 24, 2026 Viltrox is preparing a major product wave with 11 new items across full-frame, APS-C, and MFT, including a 28mm F4.5 Chip for L-mount, 26mm F2.8 EVO pancake, two F1.2 Pro primes, a tilt-shift lens, and a high-speed sync flash.
Laowa Launches 4.5-10mm F2.8 CF Zoom Fisheye for APS-C and MFT May 24, 2026 Venus Optics has announced the Laowa 4.5-10mm F2.8 CF Zoom Fisheye for APS-C and Micro Four Thirds, a compact parfocal zoom that switches between circular and diagonal fisheye at the twist of the zoom ring.
Brightin Star Launches AF 12mm F2.8 Ultra-Wide Prime for Sony E-Mount May 24, 2026 Brightin Star has announced the AF 12mm F2.8 ultra-wide prime for Sony full-frame E-mount, featuring autofocus, a 120-degree field of view, weather sealing, and a rear filter slot.
Sony A7R VI Officially Announced with 66.8MP Stacked Sensor and Major Platform Redesign May 13, 2026 Sony has officially announced the A7R VI, featuring a 66.8MP fully stacked Exmor RS sensor, 8K/30p and 4K/120p video, 30fps bursts, and a redesigned body with a new menu system and battery platform.
Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5 GM OSS Announced With Internal Zoom and Four XD Motors May 13, 2026 Sony has officially announced the FE 100-400mm F4.5 GM OSS, a professional telephoto zoom with a constant F4.5 aperture, internal zoom design, and four XD Linear Motors for fast, quiet autofocus.
Canon EOS R6 V and RF 20-50mm F4 PZ Officially Announced May 13, 2026 Canon has officially announced the EOS R6 V, a video-focused hybrid with 7K Open Gate RAW and active cooling, alongside the RF 20-50mm F4L IS USM PZ, the company's first L-series power zoom.
Panasonic Lumix L10 Announced as LX100 Successor With Leica Zoom May 13, 2026 Panasonic marks the Lumix 25th anniversary with the L10, a fixed-lens compact featuring a Leica 24-75mm F1.7-2.8 zoom, a 20.4MP Four Thirds sensor, 5.6K video, and a proper OLED viewfinder.
Sony A7R VI High‑Resolution Body Leaks in First Clear Images May 12, 2026 New A7R VI leaked images reveal only subtle design changes from the A7R V, including a revised mode dial and a new front tally light.
DJI Osmo Pocket 4P Teased With Dual Cameras and 3x Telephoto May 9, 2026 DJI has teased the Osmo Pocket 4P, featuring a dual-camera system with a 3x telephoto lens alongside the main wide camera, addressing one of the biggest limitations of previous Pocket models.
Canon EOS R6 V Pricing Leaks at $2,499 With Power Zoom Kit Option May 9, 2026 Pricing information for the Canon EOS R6 V and RF 20-50mm F4L IS USM PZ has leaked ahead of the May 13 launch, with the body expected at $2,499 and a kit option available.
Sony and TSMC Partner on Next-Generation Image Sensor Production May 9, 2026 Sony Semiconductor Solutions and TSMC have announced a new joint venture in Japan to develop and manufacture next-generation image sensors, securing Sony's supply chain and advancing stacked sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-T6 Rumored with 40MP Stacked Sensor and 8K Video May 9, 2026 The Fujifilm X-T6 is shaping up to be the most ambitious APS-C camera Fujifilm has ever built, with leaked specs pointing to a 40MP stacked X-Trans sensor, 8K video, 200MP multi-shot mode, and two new X mount lenses expected for a September 2026 launch.
Canon May 13 Mega Launch: EOS R6 V, PZ Lens, and 8 New SKUs May 8, 2026 Canon is preparing a massive May 13 launch with 8-10 new SKUs, including the EOS R6 V, RF 20-50mm F4L IS USM PZ power zoom lens, new bundles, and additional accessories.
Canon EOS R1 and R5 Mark II Firmware v1.3.0 Expected This Month May 6, 2026 Canon is preparing firmware version 1.3.0 for the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II, expected in May 2026 with AF improvements, new button customizations, and additional enhancements.
Fujifilm X-Half Drops to $550, GFX and X Series Deals Save Up to $500 May 5, 2026 Fujifilm cuts the X-Half price to $550 with a $300 total discount, and launches spring deals on GFX and X series gear saving up to $500 on select cameras and lenses.
Sony a7rVI Leak: New Body, Menu, Battery in Next-Gen Alpha Design May 5, 2026 A fresh leak reveals the Sony a7rVI will be the first of a new generation of Alpha cameras with a completely redesigned body, all-new menu system, and a new battery platform, launching May 13.
Canon Patent Reveals TS-R Tilt-Shift Lenses With Internal Tilting Groups May 4, 2026 A new Canon patent (Japan 2026-072135) reveals next-generation TS-R tilt-shift lens designs for RF mount, featuring internal tilting groups, 75-degree tilt capability, and zoom tilt-shift designs including 17-24mm, 100-400mm, and 200-600mm.
Canon EOS R6 V Rumored With Active Cooling, 7K RAW, May 13 Launch May 4, 2026 The Canon EOS R6 V is rumored for a May 13 announcement with active cooling, 7K 60P RAW internal recording, a cinema-inspired body, and a $400 price reduction compared to the EOS R6 Mark III.
Sony a7R VI and 100-400mm F4.5 GM II Leak Suggests May 13 Announcement Apr 28, 2026 Leaked images and source tips point to a May 13 announcement for the Sony a7R VI with a 67MP sensor and the FE 100-400mm F4.5 GM II with internal zoom.
FreeFly Joins the L-Mount Alliance Apr 26, 2026 FreeFly Systems becomes the 11th L-Mount Alliance member, bringing expertise in high-speed cinema cameras and professional drone cinematography to the ecosystem.
New Nikon Camera N2527 Registered in China Apr 26, 2026 Nikon has registered a new camera under the code name N2527 in China, marking the companys second unreleased body alongside the previously spotted N2324.
Viltrox 26mm F2.8 FE Pancake Lens Leaks in First Images for Sony Full‑Frame E‑Mount Apr 26, 2026 New leaked images show Viltrox's upcoming 26mm F2.8 FE pancake lens for Sony full-frame E-mount. A compact prime designed for everyday carry and street photography.
Sony Registers Two New Cameras in China Hinting at FX3 II and New RX100 Apr 25, 2026 Sony registered two new cameras in China on April 24, 2026. Combined with the a7R VI registered in February, three unreleased Sony cameras are now on the books. The new models are expected to include the FX3 II and a long-overdue RX100 successor.
Viltrox Refines Its 35mm F1.2 LAB Lens with a Cleaner Non-Display Version Apr 24, 2026 Viltrox has announced the AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N, a refined version of its flagship prime without the information display, replacing the multi-function ring with a dedicated aperture control ring.
SIGMA Rolls Out Firmware Updates for L-Mount Lenses Apr 24, 2026 SIGMA has released firmware updates for eight L-Mount lenses on April 23, covering the 20mm F2, 24mm F1.4, 24mm F2, 35mm F1.4, 50mm F1.2, and 500mm F5.6, with stability improvements.
Viltrox 90mm F2.2 EVO APS-C Lens Now Listed Apr 23, 2026 Viltrox 90mm F2.2 EVO for APS-C mirrorless cameras hits Amazon listings, offering a 135mm-equivalent portrait prime with 9-blade aperture and compact build.
Canon EOS R6 V & RF 20‑50mm F4L IS USM PZ Rumored for May 13 Launch Apr 22, 2026 Canon is rumored to announce the EOS R6 V and RF 20‑50mm F4L IS USM PZ on May 13, bringing 7K open‑gate recording and a new L‑series power‑zoom lens to its video‑focused lineup.
