Keith James tests the Sirui Vision Prime 75mm T1.4 cine lens as a still-photography portrait optic, finding sharpness, character, and interchangeable mounts that rival dedicated photographic primes.
In June, Leica launched the APO-Macro-Elmarit-SL 100mm f/2.8 lens, while Panasonic's Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro, smaller and cheaper, offers an excellent alternative with impressive performance for general photography.
A conversation between two photographers led to discovering Mandler, a company recreating classic Leica lenses. Mandler emphasizes their lenses are modern interpretations, offering quality at an accessible price for enthusiasts.
Leica's SL3-P, positioned as the ideal all-in-one camera, offers substantial improvements in autofocus and resolution over the SL3-S, yet may not suit all photographers’ specific needs compared to the S1RII.
The Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 EVO lens, designed for Fujifilm, offers excellent image quality, lightweight portability, and great value at $369, despite lacking full weather sealing and a de-clickable aperture.
The Leitzphone, a collaboration with Xiaomi, offers excellent image quality but suffers from a confusing user interface and usability issues, making it difficult to rival traditional Leica cameras.
The Lumix L10 is a substantial upgrade from the LX100 II, featuring improved autofocus, sensor performance, and controls. Priced competitively, it serves as an excellent versatile compact camera for enthusiasts.
Jono Slack reviews the SL3-P camera, an advancement in the SL family. Its improved autofocus, design, and user interface make it ideal for nature and wedding photography, accompanied by two new lenses.