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The new Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo cinema camera, which also shoots video, is now available for purchase in the US

14 janvier 2026 à 05:19


The new Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo cinema hybrid instant camera, which was announced in Japan last week, is not available for purchase in the US at B&H Photo:


Additional information:

Fujifilm announces a new Instax Mini Evo cinema camera that also shoots video in Japan

Main features:

Gen Dial™

The mini Evo Cinema hybrid instant camera features a first for instax™ cameras – the Gen Dial™, which allows users to apply photo effects from 10 different eras to their image – from the grainy, pale tones of the 1930s, to the vibrant colors of the 1980s, to the sharp, rich imagery of the 2020s, each era is designed to capture the look and feel of the imagery of that time.

Degree Control Dial

Content created in each era can be fine-tuned with the Degree Control Dial. By simply rotating the dial to precisely adjust color, contrast, and noise expression, users can create up to 10 creative variations per era.

Frame Switch

Once an era is chosen and the intensity of the era is selected via the Degree Control Dial, users can continue to personalize by adding a frame to every shot or video clip utilizing the Frame Switch. There’s a frame for every era, each paying homage to the characteristics, media, and playback devices that defined that time.

Cine/Still Mode

Users can easily switch between “Cine” and ”Still” modes to capture either a video or photo, respectively, with ease. In Cine mode, users can shoot a series of clips – up to 15 seconds in total – and the camera will stitch them into one smooth video automatically. Via the free, downloadable instax mini Evo™ smartphone app, users can connect via Bluetooth® and extend video creations to 30 seconds by adding or reordering clips.

Zoom Lever

Mini Evo Cinema features built-in digital zoom. The tactile Zoom Lever lets you dial up the intimacy of the shot or pull back for greater scope and more atmosphere.

“My Gallery”

Within the instax mini Evo™ app, the My Gallery section provides users a secure place to store the images and videos they create, segmented into categories including Favorites, Printed, Video, Photo, Projects. Through this function, users can also save printed images digitally to their smartphone’s camera roll, finished with the iconic instaxTM mini border.

Video Printing

Users can access videos via a one-of-a-kind instax™ mini instant photo printed with a QR code ready to be scanned and played back on a smartphone. Video and audio data is securely stored for 24 months.

Timeless Design

With sleek black, glimpses of green, and analog-inspired details, this hybrid instant camera is crafted for those who appreciate tactile functions alongside beauty and elegance. Additional camera features include:

  • Remote shooting capability (via app)
  • Integrated Selfie Mirror and Self-Timer
  • 1.54-inch high-resolution LCD Monitor
  • Print Lever
    • The camera features an analog-style printing operation lever – lift and twist to print a photo.
  • Accessories
    • mini Evo Cinema includes viewfinder and grip attachments, and a premium hand strap.
  • USB-C & Micro SD Card Slots
  • Integrated flash/continuous light source

Pricing and Availability

instax mini Evo Cinema™ hybrid instant camera will be available in early February 2026 at a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $409.95 USD and $479.99 CAD.

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Updated list of latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses

13 janvier 2026 à 21:38


Here is an updated list of the latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses:

  • New Yongnuo YN 33mm f/1.4 R DA DSM lens with a lock button.
Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens
  • New Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens.
  • New Yongnuo YN23mm f/1.4R APS-C lens.
  • New Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 R DA DSM lens (RF mount version).
  • New Yongnuo 50mm f/1.8 Z DF full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon Z mount.
  • A new Lee Works 28mm/2.8 lens for Leica M-mount is coming soon (minimum focusing distance of less than 0.4m).

Here is an updated list of photo gear promo codes you can use during this holiday shopping season

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Additional information on the upcoming SG-Image AF 35mm f/2.2 pancake lens (E/Z/L)

13 janvier 2026 à 03:59


Here is some additional information on the previously reported SG-Image AF 35mm f/2.2 pancake lens for E/Z/L mount (SG-Image lenses are sold on AmazoneBay, and AliExpress):

  • Focal length: 35mm
  • Maximum aperture: f/2.2
  • Autofocus: Yes
  • Metal square lens hood included
  • Foor E/Z/L mount
  • The Sony E & Nikon Z versions will be released in late January, and the L-mount will probably come in February/March
  • The visual design of the final version may change (the lens top displayed should only show “xxmm Fx.x”)
  • Available in both silver and black
  • A Nikon SE design version will be released later

SG-Image to announce a new AF 35mm f/2.2 full-frame pancake lens (E/Z/L)

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Additional information on the two new/upcoming Brightin Star lenses

12 janvier 2026 à 20:07

Brightin Star is already teasing one of its two new/upcoming lenses:


Here are the details on the two new lenses by Brightin Star:

 

Brightin Star MF 50mm f/1.05 full-frame manual focus lens

  • For Z/E/RF/L mount
  • Expected mid-January
  • 7-group, 10-element optical design with 2 high-refractive index elements
  • Technical specifications:

Brightin Star MF 60mm f/2.8 APS-C manual focus macro lens

  • For Z/E/X/MFT/RF-S/EF-M
  • 2× Magnification
  • 0.182m closest focusing distance
  • Clicked aperture with half-stop control
  • Special IMC xoating
  • Expected in late January
  • Technical specifications:

Brightin Star to announce two new lenses this month: 50mm f/1.05 & 60mm f/2.8

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The Viltrox Nexus PL to E Pro cinema AI adapter with full AF capabilities is coming to Kickstarter on January 15th

12 janvier 2026 à 01:21


The previously reported Viltrox Nexus PL to E Pro cinema AI adapter with full AF capabilities is coming to Kickstarter on January 15th. Last year Viltrox was teasing a new adapter with AI autofocus support called Nexus Focus: “Where AI autofocus meets the art of cinema“. The new adapter will provide manual-focus lenses with autofocus capability and will support the native phase-detection AF, AI subject recognition, eye + face detection, and more:


The Viltrox NexusFocus PL-E Adapter (also referred to as the Nexus PL to E Pro) is an innovative cinema lens adapter designed to bring full autofocus capabilities to manual PL-mount cine lenses when used on Sony E-mount cameras. Announced as a prototype at IBC 2025 in September, it essentially transforms vintage, anamorphic, or modern manual cinema primes into AI-driven autofocus lenses by leveraging the camera’s native phase-detection AF system.

Key Features

  • Autofocus Integration: It taps directly into Sony’s autofocus protocols, enabling features like eye AF, face recognition, subject tracking, and tap-to-focus on the camera’s LCD. No additional sensors (like LiDAR) or wireless follow-focus systems are needed—the adapter uses external motors to drive focus based on real-time data from the camera sensor.
  • Iris and Zoom Control: Beyond focus, it supports camera-controlled aperture (iris) adjustments, and with additional motors, it could handle zoom on compatible lenses.
  • Lens Profiles: Comes with pre-installed profiles for various PL lenses, allowing quick calibration, saving configurations, and easy swapping without recalibration.
  • Power and Design: Powered by a small battery that lasts for days of use. The prototype includes refinements planned for housing, cable management, and motor strength.

Compatibility

  • Primarily for Sony E-mount cameras with built-in AF, such as the FX3, FX6, A7 series, and NEX series.
  • Limited testing has shown partial functionality on other mounts like L-mount, Nikon Z, and Fuji GFX, with potential for expanded support in future versions.

How It Works

The adapter mounts between the PL lens and E-mount body, then connects to external motors on the lens. It receives AF commands from the camera (e.g., when you tap the screen or use subject detection) and translates them into precise motor movements for focus and iris – making manual lenses behave like native Sony AF glass.

What’s coming next from Viltrox?

Updated list of latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses

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Fujifilm X Half white edition camera launched overseas

10 janvier 2026 à 23:27



A new Fujifilm X Half white edition camera was launched overseas:

Here are the Fujifilm X Half camera basic specifications:

  • 1-inch 3:4 vertical CMOS sensor
  • 17.74 million effective pixels
  • Equivalent 32mm F2.8 lens
  • Weighs only 240g
  • 2-in-1 creative collage photos & videos
  • Film camera mode for the fun of blind shooting
  • 13 film simulations
  • 19 creative filters
  • Film advance lever unlocks various creative possibilities

Fujifilm X-Half camera accessories from SmallRig

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Godox has updated their smallest/pocket AD100 Pro series flash to Mark II

8 janvier 2026 à 21:12


 
Godox has updated their smallest/pocket AD100 Pro series flash to Mark II (pre-order here). Additional information:

  • Compact 100Ws outdoor flash, up to 490 full-power flashes
  • Up to 100 consecutive full-power flashes @ 85mm
  • Natural, even output with Godox Optical System
  • 16-color group indicators for fast identification
  • TTL auto flash & 1/8000s HSS
  • Fast sync with X3Pro & X3 triggers
  • Godox 2.4GHz Wireless X System (433MHz supported)
  • USB-C rechargeable battery
  • Compatible with AK-R1 round-head accessories
  • Supports Bowens-mount modifiers with optional S3 bracket

New Godox XR TTL wireless receiver for Canon, Nikon, and Sony

Godox announced a new AD300Pro II all-in-one outdoor flash

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Fujifilm announces a new Instax Mini Evo cinema camera that also shoots video in Japan

7 janvier 2026 à 17:38



Fujifilm announced a new Instax Mini Evo cinema camera that also shoots video in Japan (check for pricing at B&H Photo). Here are the main features of the Instax Mini Evo cinema camera:

The new Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo cinema camera that also shoots video is now available for purchase in the US

  •  Capture videos and hand them over as instax™ prints with QR codes
  • Features various “Eras Dial™” effects inspired by different eras
  • Design that enhances the shooting experience with a vertical Grip and analog feel
  • Dedicated app for viewing and editing captured videos
  • Will be available in Japan on January 30, 2026.

Additional information:

The “Evo Series” is a hybrid instant camera that allows users to take pictures with viewing the LCD monitor on the back of the camera and select their favorite shots to print, and enjoy an immersive photography experience with a variety of creative effects.
The mini Evo Cinema can capture both still images and videos. It converts captured video data into a QR code*1 and creates an instax™ print together with a still image cut out from the video, allowing users to “hand over a video”. By turning videos into instax™ prints, users can not only preserve memorable moments spent with loved ones in tangible form, but also easily revisit the video anytime via the QR code.
As a new feature, the camera is equipped with the “Eras Dial™”, which lets users experience effects inspired by different eras.10 “Eras Dial™” effects are available, including “1960” inspired by 8mm film cameras. Each effect has 10 adjustable levels, offering a total of 100 possible expressions. These effects capture the unique flavor of each era, letting users shoot extraordinary, special videos and still images with a sense of time travel.

The camera features a vertical grip design inspired by Fujifilm’s “FUJICA Single-8”, an 8mm camera introduced in 1965. Its meticulously crafted design and analog operation enhance the enjoyment of shooting and printing. The dedicated app*2 allows users to edit videos by combining clips and adding cinematic opening and ending templates, making it possible to create them more special. Furthermore, it features a “Direct Print Function” that lets users turn smartphone images into instax prints. The mini Evo Cinema is a 3-in-1 camera that not only captures videos and still images but also functions as a smartphone printer.

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