Here is what’s coming next in Aftershoot (free trial | galleries | previous coverage | “AI will not replace us“):

• AI Culling: Cull to Target Beta, selection accuracy up from 79% to 83%, on-device Face Recognition, and Tethering Beta.
• AI Editing: 5 new Creator profiles, 3 new Aftershoot profiles, Portrait & Headshot Crop, and exposure improvements.
• Aftershoot RAW Engine: Tone Curves & Live Histogram, Clones / Virtual Copies, masking improvements, and Dynamic AI Learning.
• AI Retouching: Double chin & dark circle removal, neck brightening, shadow generation in background replacement, and faster sync.
• Gallery Sharing: More print labs (NPhoto, Loxley, Bayphoto), Brand Kits, Portfolios & Collections, and Sales Automation.
• Aftershoot Photon: A free Lightroom alternative. Fast, native, and clutter-free.

Aftershoot: “The Workflow is Now Complete” and “AI that works for you, not against you”

Ending soon: DxO, Luminar, Aftershoot, and ON1 discounts

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Tamron will soon announce a new 12-20mm f/2.8 lens for Nikon Z-mount and Sony E-mount (model A084). Here are the details:

• Focal Length: 12-20mm ultra-wide zoom
• Maximum Aperture: Constant F2.8 throughout the zoom range (ideal for astrophotography, nightscapes, and interior shooting)
• Format: Di III (full-frame mirrorless)
• Angle of View: 121°58′ – 94°30′ (full-frame)
• Length: 4.7” (119.3mm) Sony E / 4.8” (121.3mm) Nikon Z
• Weight: 20.2 oz (570g) Sony E / 20.7 oz (585g) Nikon Z
• Maximum Diameter: Ø90mm
• VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focus mechanism — high-speed, high-precision, and quiet
• Minimum Object Distance (MOD): 7.1” (0.18m) at 12mm wide end / 11.1” (0.28m) at tele end
• Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:5.8 (wide) / 1:9.1 (tele)
• Overwhelming 12mm perspective for dynamic, expansive scenes
• Stunning corner-to-corner resolution optimized for astrophotography and nightscapes
• Enhanced mobility for landscapes thanks to compact, lightweight design
• Comprehensive control features (switches and rings) for professional demands
• Compatible with TAMRON Lens Utility for seamless video and stills customization
• 12-blade circular diaphragm for beautiful bokeh and mastery of light
• New “Tone Profile Next” lens design evolution
• Integrated flower-shaped lens hood
• Integrated rear filter holder
• Locking front lens cap
• Includes protective lens wrap
• Minimum Aperture: F16
• Diaphragm Blades: 12 (circular)
• Filter Diameter: Rear filter holder (no front thread)
• Standard Accessories: Front cap, rear cap, lens wrap, integrated hood
• Optical Construction: 17 elements in 12 groups, including 1 XGM (eXpanded Glass Molded Aspherical), 3 GM (Glass Molded Aspherical), and multiple special lens elements:
  • Effectively suppresses peripheral blurring, color fringing, and sagittal coma flare
  • Delivers high sharpness from center to extreme edges

Via NikonRumors

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Kase has a new AF 24mm f/3.8 FE full-frame pancake lens (appears to be identical to the upcoming TTArtisan 24mm f/3.8). The lens is already listed for sale on AliExpress.

In the US, Kase Optics products are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.

Previous coverage of Kase lenses can be found here.

Here are the details and product video on the new lens:

• 24mm full-frame autofocus wide-angle lens
• Weight: 60g
• VCM (Voice Coil Motor) autofocus motor
• 6 elements in 6 groups
• Minimum focusing distance: 0.3 meters
• Sony FE mount (other mounts to follow)

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The previously reported Sony RX10V super-zoom camera is officially announced with a price tag of $2,300:

• Pre-orders: B&H Photo | Foto Erhardt |. WEX Photo
• Additional information
• Review
• Press release
• Basic specs:
  • 20.1MP 1″ Exmor RS BSI CMOS Sensor
  • BIONZ XR Processing Engine with AI Chip
  • 4K60 Full-Pixel 4:2:2 10-Bit Video
  • Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* f/2.4-4 Zoom Lens
  • 24-600mm Zoom Range (35mm Equivalent)
  • AI-Powered Autofocus & Subject Tracking
  • 4K120 High-Speed Video with Sensor Crop
  • 3.69m-Dot Quad-VGA OLED EVF
  • 3″ 1.62m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
  • 30 fps Continuous Shooting

The Sony RX10 V is the fifth generation of the all-in-one super zoom camera series, combining a 24–600mm ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* F2.4–4.0 lens with AI-powered autofocus and high-speed performance. Powered by a 20.1 MP 1.0-type stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor and the BIONZ XR processing engine, the RX10 V introduces AI-powered Real-time Recognition AF, blackout-free continuous shooting at up to 30 fps with 60 AF/AE calculations per second, and up to 4K 120p video recording. Borrowing the ergonomics and control layout of Sony’s Alpha series, it also features an upgraded electronic viewfinder, extended battery life, and enhanced handling for demanding shooting environments. The RX10 V will be available in August 2026 for approximately $2,299.99 USD / $2,899.99 CAD.

Related videos:

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Ricoh will release a special-edition GR IV camera to mark the 30th anniversary of the GR1:

October 2026 will mark the 30th anniversary of the Ricoh GR camera line

Additional informAtion is available here:

Ricoh will release a special edition GR IV camera for the 30th anniversary of the GR1

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SanDisk’s first 8TB SDUC memory cards are coming soon, here are the latest details (see current SanDisk offerings):

SanDisk is moving forward with its long-awaited high-capacity SDUC memory cards. After an initial 2024 announcement and a delay from the originally planned 2025 launch, new details emerged last month at Computex 2026 confirming that 8TB full-size SDUC and 4TB microSDUC cards are on track to ship shortly.

Coming soon: world’s first SanDisk 4TB microSD and 8TB SD memory cards

What We Know About the Cards

SanDisk plans to launch these under its Ultra lineup (with some Extreme Pro variants also referenced):

• 8TB SDUC (full-size SD card)
• 4TB microSDUC

Both are UHS-I cards with a theoretical maximum transfer speed of around 104 MB/s. The Ultra models carry V10 and A1 ratings (minimum sustained write speed of 10 MB/s). An Extreme Pro 4TB SDUC version is also expected with a higher V30 rating.
These cards fall under the SDUC (Secure Digital Ultra Capacity) standard, which covers capacities from just over 2TB up to a theoretical 128TB and uses the exFAT file system (like current SDXC cards).

The Major Compatibility Issue

Here’s the big caveat – these cards are not backward compatible with existing SDXC readers or devices.

• Current SDXC card readers (even those supporting the highest current capacities up to 2TB) will not work with SDUC cards.
• Even brand-new SD Express readers cannot handle SDUC at this point.
• No consumer or professional cameras, computers, or devices currently on the market support SDUC cards.

New multi-standard readers that combine UHS-II, SD Express, and SDUC support are expected and were reportedly shown at Computex, but they are not yet widely available.

SanDisk has not released official pricing, exact launch dates, or full spec sheets yet.

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As previously reported, Songraw (not Meike) announced today a new AF 85mm f/1.2 MS “Youth Edition” full-frame autofocus prime lens. The lens itself is not new – see previous coverage.  Here are the details on the new “Youth Edition” version of the Songraw 85mm f/1.2 lens made entirely of aviation-grade aluminum (in the US, Songraw lenses are sold at Amazon):

• 18-element in 10-group, including 6 special elements, and an APO element, nano-coating
• 13-blade aperture
• Made entirely of aviation-grade aluminum
• STM motor with real-time position tracking and closed-loop monitoring
• Eye recognition autofocus
• WSetaher sealed
• Plastic version: 750g–780g
• Metal version: 870g–900g

Sirui and Songraw will also announce new lenses next week

Songraw to release new 50mm & 85mm f/1.2 full-frame autofocus lenses for Nikon Z and Sony E mount

All new lenses from the 2026 China P&E Imaging Show (update #3)

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TTArtisan will soon announce a new AF 85mm f/1.8 from the budget Neo line (previously reported here).

The TTArtisan Neo line is a new series of ultra-affordable, minimalist full-frame autofocus prime lenses that prioritize extreme simplicity, compact size, and low cost over traditional manual controls. The line features a clean, no-frills design with no aperture ring or focus ring.

Information on the TTartisan AF 50mm f/1.8 NEO lens (E/Z/L) is available here:

New: TTartisan AF 50mm f/1.8 NEO lens (E/Z/L) announced for $89

TTartisan announced two full-frame AF lenses from the new Neo series: 50mm f/1.8 & 85mm f/1.8 (E/Z/L)

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Here are the top 10 most viewed PhotoRumors posts for June 2026:

Sony FX4 camera confirmed?

Updated list of upcoming/rumored Fujifilm cameras and lenses

Godox is launching its first camera with a transparent viewfinder: the C100

Viltrox cut a lens in half and took pictures with it – here are the results

Zeiss announced new Horizon anamorphic lenses

Used compact camera prices quadruple in Japan as CCD models make a comeback

Adobe to acquire Topaz Labs

Additional information on the upcoming Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang AF 60-180mm f/2.8 FE lens

A new wave of Chinese lenses from Viltrox, 7Artisans, Vistilen, Brightin Star, and LLL to be announced in the next few days

20 years of Sony Alpha cameras: from the Alpha 100 to mirrorless leadership in 2026

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Here is what else is new:

Did you know that every Pixii camera can record B&W DNG files? (the story of how an engineering tool accidentally became Pixii’s most-loved feature)

New: Owlkrown OxBlood Red Leica accessories

Mandler to release a new 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH “E46” lens for Leica M-mount

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

Fujikina NYC 2026 Announced for October 16-18

Canon EOS C80 Firmware Update 1.0.6.1 Released

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Sirui officially announced the previously reported 15mm T1.6, 75mm T1.4, and 150mm T4 Macro (1.5x) cinema lenses. Orders are now open at B&H Photo and the official Sirui online store (the lenses are from the Sirui Vision Prime series, currently available in 24mm, 35mm, and 50mm T1.4). Additional information:

• Native E-mount + interchangeable RF/Z/L modules (no shims required)
• 46mm image circle, full coverage on full-frame, S35 & large-format cinema cameras
• Multi-layer nano coating cuts flare & ghosting
• Lightest lens in the set: just 599g
• All lenses share the same color tone, gear position, and 270° focus throw

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Viltrox is already teasing the upcoming 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake lens for Sony E and Nikon Z mount (already listed for sale on Aliexpress):

Viltrox is expected to release the following new lenses in 2026:

• Viltrox 18mm f/1.2 Pro APS-C
• Viltrox 25mm f/1.7 MFT
• Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake
• Viltrox 28mm f/2.8
• Viltrox 35mm f/1.4 Pro
• Viltrox 40mm f/1.2 Pro
• Viltrox tilt, shift, or both lens

Recently released Viltrox lenses:

• Viltrox 28mm f/4.5 Chip for L-mount
• Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 Lab
• Viltrox 75mm f/1.8 EVO APS-C
• Viltrox 90mm f/2.2 EVO APS-C

Viltrox flashes are currently on sale at B&H Photo and the Viltrox store.

Updated Viltrox 2026 lens roadmap (20% off all lenses ending today)

This is the “rumored” Viltrox camera

Viltrox cut a lens in half and took pictures with it – here are the results

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The previously reported SG-Image AF 25mm f/1.8 lens for MFT has now been officially announced and is available for order on Amazon (check also the official SG-Image online store, eBay, AliExpress, and Amazon Japan).

Additional information on the new lens:

• 7-element in 5-group optical design (including 3 high-refractive-index elements)
• 9-blade aperture
• Aperture range: f/1.8 – f/16
• Minimum focusing distance: 0.3 meters
• 52mm filter size
• Weight 145 grams
• Dimensions: Φ67mm × 31mm
• Available in black and silver
• Additional pictures:

New SG-Image AF 25mm f/1.8 lens for MFT to be announced next week

SG-image AF 25mm f/1.8 lens officially released (E/X)

New: SG-Image 25mm f/1.8 lens

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Sony will announce a new RX10 super-zoom camera next week (July 9th). The new model will be a replacement for the Sony CyberShot RX10 IV that was announced back in 2017:

Surprise: Sony RX10 IV camera announced

Here is what to expect from the new Sony RX10 V super-zoom camera:

• Zeiss 24-600mm f/2.4-4 25x optical zoom lens
• 20.1MP stacked 1-inch Exmor RS sensor
• Same overall bridge camera form factor, build quality, EVF, and tilting screen
• New image processor (likely BIONZ XR or similar)
• NP-FZ100 battery
• Modern connectivity (USB-C charging/port and updated Wi-Fi/Bluetooth)
• Better overall performance
• Price in the $1,899–$1,999 range

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Sirui is teasing the release of three new cinema lenses on July 6th:

• 150mm T4
• 75mm T1.4
• 15mm T1.6

The new lenses are already listed at B&H Photo (the lenses are from the Sirui Vision Prime series, currently available in 24mm, 35mm, and 50mm T1.4):

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The previously reported TTartisan AF 50mm f/1.8 NEO lens for E/Z/L mount is now officially announed:

• Pre-orders: B&H Photo | TTartisan online store
• Additional information:

TTartisan announced two full-frame AF lenses from the new Neo series: 50mm f/1.8 & 85mm f/1.8 (E/Z/L)

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The above screenshot of the Insta360 CEO’s computer was taken from a publicly available video post on Chinese social media and contains some hints on upcoming Insta360 products (check also the ongoing Insta360 sale):

• From the top, the first item is a Luna Ultra firmware
• Next is “compared OP4.mov”: OP4 here is most likely a comparison with the OSMO Pocket 4
• Next is “X6 360 pv (X6&001) compressed.mov”: clearly referring to a new X6 product (the next 360 camera model?)
• Next is a folder named “z0 latest sample for jk (only roughly adjusted exposure and color)”: the rumored mirrorless camera from Insta360 is called Z0 (this is probably a code name, not a final product name)
• Next is “X6 360 pv (X6&001) .mov.larkcache”, again the X6 (the next 360 camera model)
• “z03 compared OP4.mov.larkcache”: this seems to be a new product labeled as Z03
• The last folder is “z0 latest sample for jk” –  z0 again, the rumored Insta360 mirrorless camera

Update – the Insta360 X6 camera is already registered with the FCC:

The rumored Insta360 mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera will have an MFT mount

Is Insta360 coming up with a new mirrorless camera?

 

Patent wars: GoPro, Insta360, and DJI – the latest updates

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Meike will announce the new AF 85mm f/1.8 lens for GFX mount on July 10th:

Also coming soon: Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 lens for GFX mount

Meike is teasing a new lens for Fujifilm GFX medium format cameras

MEIKE Teases AF 85mm F1.8 For GFX

All new lenses from the 2026 China P&E Imaging Show (update #3)

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→ This new new Delkin Valor Pro 1TB CFexpress 4.0 memory card is assembled in the US.

→ Fujifilm released new QuickSnap film camera models (waterproof and black & white) to celebrate its 40th birthday.

→  This new Cinelux Sixteen camera captures both film and digital simultaneously

→ Core SWX PowerVault charging system (more info).

→ Think Tank Photo announced a new Turnstyle Sling V3 camera bag (more info).

→ Manfrotto Uncover Backpack (more info).

→ Profoto XL-Sized Softboxes (more info).

→ Pelican next-gen Protector 2.0 cases (more info).

→ Portable Polaroid Go Generation 3 camera (more info).

→ Harlowe Pocket Flash with Z-Axis stand and Bi-Color LED (more info).

→ Godox portable lighting system (more info).

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Here is what else is new:

Just announced: 3 Legged Thing Oscar QD for OM System OM-3 cameras

Mandler to release a new 50mm f/1.4 PRE-ASPH “E46” lens for Leica M-mount

The latest Owlkrown accessories for Leica cameras

Leica SL3-P videos

FUJIFILM GFX100RF FRAGMENT EDITION Firmware Update

Unique Fujifilm X100VI & X100V Urth Square Lens Hood With A Rounded Off Lens Cap

B&H Exclusive Core SWX PowerVault Base System and Sony NP-F/L-Series, NP-FZ100, and BP-U Dual-Charge Released

Tamron 50-130mm f/2.8 Inner Zoom Patent Spotted (P2026105742)

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