More compact and shorter than the X5, with dual front/back fisheye lenses for 360° capture, a small side touchscreen (redesigned rounded corners), physical shutter/power buttons, multi-directional microphones, a tripod mount, a recording LED, and new cooling vents.
Up to 8K at 50 fps video (a major upgrade from X5’s 8K at 30 fps).
Single-lens mode improvements.
Sensors: larger sensors rumored (1-inch or improved ~1/1.28″ dual sensors).
Photo: 100MP+ stills with enhanced stitching (up from X5’s ~72–100MP).
Color & processing: rumored 10-bit color depth and improved HDR.
Expected 2,600–3,000mAh battery range (improved over X5).
Build & features: retains rugged/waterproof design; enhanced AI for tracking, reframing, and editing; next-gen app integration.
Rumored pricing: €689 ($750 equivalent) for the base model, essentials bundle expected at ~€789, US prices expected $549-$599.
The expected release date is August-September 2026.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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:
Connexion
for seamless video and stills customization
