SongRAW Moonlit 85mm f/1.2 Lens Announced


SongRAW Moonlit series – 50mm and 85mm f/1.2. Image credit: CineD

The new Chinese company announced the 85mm f/1.2. This is their second lens after the 50mm f/1.2 which has been announced a couple of months ago and i still not available in EU and EU stores.

CineD listed the specs:

  • Autofocus using STM motors
  • one aspherical element, five ED glass elements, and 11 HR glass elements
  • onstructed from aerospace-grade aluminum
  • 1.5kg

The SongRAW Moonlit 85mm f/1.2 will initially be available in Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount versions, with an L-Mount version planned for later release. The price is set at $1,299, with availability expected by the end of 2025.

Sigma 300-600mm f/4 Hands-On in the Wild – A Kingfisher Adventure with Olle Nilsson

Wildlife photographer Olle Nilsson took the brand new Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG DN OS Sports Lens out for a two-day field test, aiming to capture lightning-fast kingfishers in action. Key highlights from the video:

  • The constant f/4 aperture delivers exceptional subject separation and low-light performance
  • Sharpness is superb across the 300-600mm range, paired with a Sony A1 for 50MP cropping flexibility
  • Lens is large (~4kg), but surprisingly manageable with its internal zoom and balance
  • Compared to the Sony 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS, the Sigma delivers much stronger subject isolation
  • Faster and more versatile than using a 300mm f/2.8 GM with teleconverter setup in static positions
  • Ideal for hide-based or tripod work – less suited for mobile “sneaking” shoots due to weight

Olle also tested the lens on a Leofoto PG-1 gimbal head and a carbon fiber tripod, which helped stabilize the heavy setup for hours in the field.

His final verdict? While it’s a heavy investment, the Sigma 300-600mm f/4 delivers pro-level results at nearly half the price of a 600mm prime. For those who shoot from a fixed location and value flexibility, sharpness, and beautiful background separation – this is one of the best lenses available.

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For those interested in stunning wildlife imagery and want a telephoto workhorse that rivals prime lenses in sharpness and speed – this Sigma might just be the dream lens.

UPDATE: He also posted this new video: