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Reçu — 11 août 2026 ⏭ Photo

The upcoming Insta360 X6 camera is already listed at Best Buy

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Par : PR admin
11 août 2026 à 20:05

The upcoming Insta360 X6 camera is now listed at Best Buy (see previous coverage):

Here are the details:

X6 is the biggest leap in Insta360 history. Dual 1/1.1″ sqaure sensors customized with Sony, paired with a triple AI chip setup (one 8-core 3.3GHz 4nm CPU and two dedicated imaging chips) set a new bar for 360 image quality, capable of shooting up to 8K50fps. It offers 10-bit color with over 1.07 billion colors for a professional-grade color profile straight from the camera, and is the first 360 camera to support native Dolby Vision, with full dynamic metadata analyzed frame by frame for precise contrast and brightness in every shot. The upgraded InstaFrame 2.0 and foldable selfie stick let X6 double as a pocket gimbal camera, while the in-house APEV AI model powers AI Director and Auto Edit 2.0 for effortless, truly “zero” editing. Built for travel, action, and everyday life, X6 is the only camera you need.

  • 1-Inch Imaging with Triple AI Chip: A 1-inch sensor captures more light, more detail, and more color, with better noise reduction and processing powered by an onboard triple AI chip array.
  • 8K50fps 360 Video: Every angle, every second, in stunning 8K. Nothing gets left out.
  • 10-bit I-Log with Dolby Vision for Professional Coloring: More flexibility in the grade, richer results straight out of camera. Dolby Vision brings deeper contrast and truer color with no extra work.
  • Replaceable Lenses 2.0: Scratch-resistant, easier to swap, and more portable than before. Take the risk. Replace the lens yourself, anywhere.
  • 140 Minutes of 8K30fps 360 Recording: A 2600mAh battery keeps you shooting longer. 140 minutes of 8K30fps 360, so you don’t have to stop.
  • In-House AI Model Built for Effortless 360 Editing: Trained on 360 video scenarios, our in-house AI finds your best moments, matches music, and adds transitions. Great videos, zero effort.
  • Invisible Selfie Stick Effect: Get epic third-person angles and drone-like perspectives. Your selfie stick disappears from your footage completely.
  • FlowState Stabilization + 360° Horizon Lock: Smooth footage no matter how hard you push. Horizon Lock keeps the frame level even when you rotate the camera fully.
  • Waterproof to 20m (65ft): IP68 waterproofing down to 65ft (20m). No dive housing needed.

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Reçu — 10 août 2026 ⏭ Photo

Light Lens Lab released its first Apochromatic 35mm f/2 M lens, with more APO lenses to come in 2027

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Par : PR admin
10 août 2026 à 20:33




Light Lens Lab announced its first APO lens – the new 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic” lens for Leica M-mount (pre-orders just opened). The company confirmed that a new 50mm APO lens will be released in 2007:

The 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic” marks Light Lens Lab’s first step into apochromatic photography and the first release in the High Performance Series—a new line dedicated to advanced optical correction, precision manufacturing, and distinctive rendering.

After completing the 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic,” we will continue developing apochromatic lenses in additional focal lengths based on its optical performance and rendering characteristics. Beginning in 2027, the series will expand with a newly developed 50mm lens, followed closely by other focal lengths. Each lens will receive its own newly developed optical design.

Light Lens Lab to release five mode Apochromatic lenses for Leica M-mount

Additional information on the new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic” lens for Leica M-mount

The new Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic” lens for Leica M-mount is now available for order

Additional information on the upcoming Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic” lens for Leica M-mount

The upcoming Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 APO-ASPH “Apochromatic” lens for Leica M-mount

Light Lens Lab will soon release the new photographic film and the 35mm APO lens for M-mount

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Reçu — 9 août 2026 ⏭ Photo

Field Made Summer sale is now live: 25% off site-wide (coupon code included)

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Par : PR admin
9 août 2026 à 19:03


The Field Made Summer sale is now live. You can get 25% off all custom indicator labels for cameras, lenses, batteries, and cases with coupon code SUMMER25OFF:


Previous coverage of Field Made can be found here:

FieldMade released custom indicator labels for OM System cameras and lenses and the new Sony FX5 camera

FieldMade introduced new custom lens hood & Pelican case indicator labels

Field Made unveiled a complete customizable battery indicator/labels ecosystem for Canon, Nikon, and Sony cameras (coupon code included)

New FieldMade stealth blackout decals kits for Sony, Canon, Nikon, and Leica cameras (coupon code included)

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DJI Osmo Pocket 4P camera officially announced, not available in the US

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Par : PR admin
9 août 2026 à 18:20



Continuing the weekend with the latest action camera news and rumors – I forgot to report that last week DJI officially announced the previously reported Osmo Pocket 4P camera (WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt). The new model is not officially available in the United States. Regulatory authorization and FCC clearance are still pending, meaning major US retailers do not stock it.

Additional information:

The new DJI Osmo Pocket 4P camera features a Type 1 (116mm²) sensor with a 20mm equivalent lens and, new to the series, a secondary Type 1/1.28 (75mm²) sensor with a 60mm equivalent lens, 3-axis stabilization, ActiveTrack 8.0, and up to 8× ultra HD slow motion, and cinematic 4K:

  • Dual cameras, cinematic shots near & far
  • Enhanced 1-inch CMOS & 17-stop dynamic range
  • Classic focal length for standout portraits
  • New D-Log 2, light & shadow precision
  • 4K/240fps slow motion for every highlight
  • 3-axis stabilisation & ActiveTrack up to 12× zoom

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Insta360 Ace Pro 3 camera rumors

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Par : PR admin
8 août 2026 à 23:10


Here are the latest Insta360 Ace Pro 3 camera rumors:

Sensor & Image Quality

  • 1-inch 50MP CMOS sensor (Leica-tuned)
  • Improved dynamic range and low-light performance vs Ace Pro 2’s 1/1.3″ sensor
  • 14-bit RAW photos with Leica color profiles
  • Possible 10-bit color support across video modes

Video Recording

  • 8K@30fps with HDR and LOG profiles
  • Possible 8K@50fps (claimed in some July 2026 leaks)
  • 4K@120fps in 10-bit
  • 1080p@240fps slow motion
  • Global shutter support (rumored)

Stabilization

  • FlowState 2.0
  • AI-assisted 360° horizon lock

Lens & Design

  • Standard version: approximately f/2.8 aperture
  • Possible dual-lens “Ultra” version: one action-oriented lens + one brighter f/1.8 low-light lens
  • Similar modular, rugged body design to previous Ace Pro models
  • Flip touchscreen
  • Approximate weight: ~185g

Battery & Charging

  • Up to 200 minutes continuous 4K recording
  • Faster charging support (some claims of very quick top-ups)

Durability & Audio

  • Native waterproofing to 16 meters (up from previous models)
  • Up to 60 meters with dive case
  • Upgraded directional microphones
  • Improved AI wind noise cancellation

AI & Other Features

  • Enhanced AI suite (auto-editing, gesture control, advanced noise reduction, color grading)
  • Greater emphasis on photography and videography features compared to pure action use

Price & Availability

  • Expected retail price: $549–$599
  • Release window: Late 2026 or early-to-mid 2027 (originally expected much earlier; currently delayed)

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Reçu — 8 août 2026 ⏭ Photo

DJI Osmo 360 II camera to be announced next week

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Par : PR admin
8 août 2026 à 18:39



The previously rumored DJI Osmo 360 II camera will be announced next week (replacement for the original DJI Osmo 360). Here are the latest leaks and rumors:

  • Official launch expected on August 13, 2026 (reservations/purchase notifications already opened in China)
  • Model number: OQ002.
  • New physical switch on the side.
  • Same overall size and form factor.
  • 2,150 mAh battery (up from 1,950 mAh — roughly +10%).
  • Rumored longer recording times (some claims of 120+ minutes in 8K vs ~90 minutes on the original).
  • 27W USB-C fast charging reported.
  • Possible battery compatibility with the original Osmo 360 (and vice versa).
  • 8K at 60 fps 360 video (up from 8K/50 fps on the original).
  • Expected to keep dual ~1/1.1-inch sensors (same class as the original).
  • 120MP panoramic stills expected to carry over.
  • Possible improvements in thermal management for sustained high-resolution recording.
  • User-replaceable lenses/lens covers (biggest practical upgrade).
  • Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) dual-band + Bluetooth (same as original).
  • New NFC support for tap-to-pair and easier file transfer with phones.
  • Possible refreshed/improved touchscreen.
  • Same IP68 water/dust resistance expected.
  • Built-in storage and overall feature set largely carried over with refinements.
  • Rumored body-only price: $499-$579, higher kits: $629-$729
  • U.S. availability remains uncertain due to ongoing DJI regulatory restrictions (though the camera received FCC approval in late 2025 before a key cutoff).
  • Leaked pictures:




Here is the official teaser:

 

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The latest Insta360 X6, Insta360 Luna Pro, and DJI Osmo 360 II camera leaks

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Reçu — 7 août 2026 ⏭ Photo
Reçu — 6 août 2026 ⏭ Photo

The major new Luminar Prime Fall Upgrade 2026 is now available for pre-order with a 50% off early-bird price

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Par : PR admin
6 août 2026 à 17:22


The major new Luminar Prime Fall Upgrade 2026 is now available for pre-order with a 50% off early-bird price. Here’s what’s new:

  • A redesigned experience — Cleaner navigation and a smoother editing workflow. Catalog and Edit are now unified into a single workspace with a redesigned right sidebar, so Presets, Tools, Edits, Info, and Extra tools (including generative AI) are always one click away. No more switching between modes.
  • More realistic Generative AI — Natural textures, believable light, and seamless results. GenErase, GenSwap, and GenExpand now produce more convincing fills, object replacements, and extensions that blend convincingly into the original photo.
  • Up to 25% faster exports — Deliver your finished photos even sooner (some reports note up to ~27% faster on both Windows and macOS).
  • Preset previews up to 4× faster — Discover your perfect look in seconds thanks to significantly quicker preset rendering.
  • Improved performance — Masking now uses up to 33% less RAM for faster, smoother editing, with more efficient resource use during batch work and complex selections.
  • 365 days of Luminar Prime at the best launch price — One year of full access to the new subscription model that replaces the old seasonal Upgrade Passes.
  • Luminar Web: Edit from any browser, wherever inspiration strikes. Yours forever — Browser-based editing (coming Fall 2026) so you can continue work on any computer without installing the app. Included with All Platforms / Max licenses.
  • Fall Upgrade 2026 — Including:
    • Crop 2.0 — AI analyzes the image and suggests multiple finished compositions based on the main subject, balance, leading lines, and visual weight (with helpful overlays such as golden ratio / golden spiral).
    • Atmosphere 2.0 — Much more realistic fog and atmospheric effects that intelligently blend into the scene, responding to light, color, and depth of field for natural spatial integration instead of flat overlays.
    • Enhance 2.0 — A smarter model that reads the photo more precisely, protects highlights better, respects existing colors, and avoids over-processing for more natural results.
    • AI Assistant 2.0 — Describe what you want in everyday language; the assistant recommends the right tools and can apply adjustments for you.
    • Plus other refinements (improved printing options, export with watermarks/frames, etc.).
  • Every new feature: Get every update released during your subscription — yours to keep forever — Features unlocked while your Luminar Prime period is active remain permanently available even if you later cancel.
  • Unlimited AI editing — Restoration, GenErase, GenSwap, GenExpand, and AI Assistant without credits or usage limits for the full 365 days (subject to fair-use policy).
  • Creative Library of Assets — Unlimited access to an ever-growing collection of 2,150+ presets, 500+ LUTs, 400+ overlays, 550+ skies, and 50+ photography courses.


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New lenses for Leica cameras (M+L mount)

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Par : PR admin
5 août 2026 à 05:01


Here are the latest/new/upcoming/rumored lenses for Leica cameras:

7Artisans released the L-mount version of the AF 40mm f/2.5 LITE full-frame lens

Additional information on the upcoming Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 “Apochromatic” lens for Leica M-mount

Additional information on the upcoming Light Lens Lab 35mm f/2 APO-ASPH “Apochromatic” lens for Leica M-mount

DK-Optic announced a new Chiaro 1.5-inch (38mm) f/1.9 lens for Leica M-mount

First review of the new DK-Optic Chiaro 1.5-inch (38mm) f/1.9 lens for Leica M-mount

New from Funleader: lens display cases for the Contax G35 & G45mm conversion lenses

Additional information on the upcoming new Brightin Star APO M 35mm f/1.7 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount

A new limited-edition Lailens LTM 50mm f/1.1 KP lens for M-mount released in Japan

The Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang AF 60-180mm f/2.8 lens for L-mount will be released on August 27

The new Voigtlander Apo-Skopar 75mm f/2.8 VM lens (M-mount) is now available for order

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Reçu — 5 août 2026 ⏭ Photo

List of upcoming/rumored Sony lenses

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Par : PR admin
5 août 2026 à 15:33


Here are some of the upcoming/rumored Sony lenses that are currently being tested:

  • 8-15mm Fisheye Zoom
  • 600mm f/6.3
  • 400mm f/4.5
  • 28mm G
  • 40mm G

These are all engineering prototypes. Specifications or naming conventions may be adjusted upon official release. The specific release dates are currently unknown.

Sony launches FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS super-telephoto zoom lens


Via camerainsider

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Reçu — 4 août 2026 ⏭ Photo

Sony launches FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS super-telephoto zoom lens

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4 août 2026 à 14:30






The previously rumored Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS super-telephoto zoom lens is now officially announced. Notable features include a newly designed optical system with ED (extra-low dispersion) and aspherical elements for outstanding image quality throughout the zoom range, fast and precise linear motor autofocus, built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, impressive close-focusing capabilities with up to 0.41x maximum magnification, and compatibility with Sony teleconverters for even greater reach.

  • Pre-orders: B&H Photo | Foto Erhardt | WEX Photo
  • Key features:
    • Designed for wildlife, birds & travel photography
    • Dual linear motor autofocusing mechanism
    • Compact and lightweight at only 654g
    • Close focusing from 0.86 meters
    • Two ED and two aspherical elements
    • Optical SteadyShot reduces camera shake
  • Additional informtion:

Compact, Lightweight Design for Easy Handling, Even for First-Time Super-Telephoto Users

The lens delivers a 100-400mm super-telephoto zoom range in a compact, lightweight body weighing approximately 654g, making it easy to carry. That portability also eases handling during handheld shooting and speeds up framing. You can capture powerful images of subjects that are hard to approach, such as birds and sports scenes, and use the ‘compression effect’ (which makes the distance between nearby subjects and distant background elements appear shorter) for landscape work unique to super-telephoto lenses. With an optional SEL20TC teleconverter*[1], you can double your reach, up to 800mm, or up to 1,200mm in APS-C mode.

Sharp Detail Through the Entire Zoom Range Means You Can Capture the Details That Matter

Excellent image quality holds whatever the shooting distance, thanks to an optical design with two ED glass elements and two aspherical elements that suppress color bleeding and distortion for clear rendering across the entire zoom range. The subject stands out against natural, soft bokeh, helped by a 9-blade circular aperture and optimization of spherical aberration. Its close-up performance is strong too: a minimum focusing distance of 0.86 m at the telephoto end and 1.13 m at the wide end, with a maximum magnification of 0.41x, lets you shoot flowers, insects, and other nearby subjects as easily as distant ones.

Fast, Precise AF and Built-In Optical Image Stabilization for Moving Subjects

The linear motor drive delivers fast, precise, and quiet AF (auto focus) to track moving subjects. The lens also supports high-speed continuous shooting with AF/AE (auto exposure) tracking at up to approximately 120 frames per second*[2] with the full-frame mirrorless α9 III camera. Built-in optical image stabilization suppresses camera shake during handheld shooting and keeps framing stable, even with distant subjects. The lens also works with the camera body’s Active Mode image stabilization and coordinated image stabilization control*[3], for high-quality stills and movies with reduced blur when shooting handheld. It also supports the camera body’s breathing compensation function*[4], which corrects changes in angle of view caused by shifts in focus position during movie recording.

Usability and Reliability Built for Outdoor Adventures with Dust and Moisture Resistance

A customizable focus hold button, focus mode/range switching dial, and zoom lock switch give you quick operation across shooting scenes and comfortable ultra-telephoto handling. A dust and moisture resistant design*[5] helps you keep shooting with confidence when the weather changes unexpectedly. The supplied lens hood helps prevent flare and ghosting that can degrade image quality.

Sony to announce a new FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS lens with integrated focus limiter/AF/MF switch

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