Quick interview with Sony about the new $25,000 VENICE 2 E-mount Extension System Mini
As you might remember Sony did recently announce this new VENICE 2 E-mount Extension System Mini for $25,000 at BHphoto (Click here). Here is quick interview with Sony manager Will Newman to discuss this new camera:
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Leaked image of the new Samyang 16mm f/2.8 “Prima” FE lens
On this image you see both, the upcoming new 16mm f/2.8 and 85mm f/1.8 PRIMA lenses from Samyang. On the very left the already available 35mm f/1.4 Prima lens.
First leaked image of the new Samyang 85mm f/1.8 “Prima” FE lens
Here are the first leaked images of the new Samyang 85mm f/1.8 “Prima” FE lens. This lens is going to be announced very soon. This would be the 35th E-mount lens with this focal length (list here at BH). Don’t know why this lens is actually needed :)
This $600 Lens Feels Like a G Master – Sirui Aurora 85mm F/1.4 Review by Chris Niccolls
Chris Niccolls tested the new Sirui 85mm lens. Here is what he think about this lens:
- Versatile Lens Choice: Chris praises the 85mm focal length for portraits and street photography. The lens is compatible with Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, and L-mount, unlike the Viltrox which is Sony-only.
- Surprisingly Lightweight: Weighs only 540g—lighter than the Sony G Master and Viltrox equivalents—making it a great walkaround option.
- Feature-Rich Build: Offers AF/MF switch, customizable button, de-clickable aperture ring, and full weather sealing—all at an affordable price (~$600 or less).
- Mixed Autofocus Performance: Uses a stepping motor—decent but slower than Viltrox Pro and Sony G Master.
- Beautiful Bokeh & Sharpness: 15-blade aperture delivers smooth, clean bokeh similar to G Master. Sharp wide open, even in corners. Minor chromatic aberration, minimal vignetting.
- Flare & Breathing Weaknesses: Struggles with flare and ghosting wide open. Noticeable focus breathing—less ideal for video.
- Studio Portrait Test: Great wide-open performance for portraits at f/2 using off-camera flash outdoors. Smooth transitions and catchlight quality praised.
- Exceptional Value: Performs well across mounts, rivals more expensive lenses optically, though autofocus and flare are its key weaknesses.
You can preorder it now at Amazon US, BHphoto, Amazon DE, Amazon FR, Amazon UK, Amazon IT, Amazon ES.
Sony Tidbits…
Sigma 17-40mm vs 18-50mm | APS-C Zoom Battle
Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
Sigma Announces Another f/1.8 Zoom Lens, the 17-40mm for APS-C (Explora)
Understanding Frame Rates: When to Use 24, 30, or 60 FPS (42West)
Pergear 25mm f/1.7 (APS-C) lens review (Christopher Frost).
New Perovskite Sensor Triples Resolution and Light Gathering by Stacking Pixels (PetaPixel).
Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 PRO FE Review (Opticallimits).
Don’t Toss That Camera: Why & How to Reuse, Refresh, and Reimagine Used Equipment (42West)
Profoto Announces Powerful B20 and B30 Flashes with Continuous LEDs (Explora)
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