The world’s first Megadap M2RF autofocus lens adapter for using Leica M lenses on Canon RF cameras (previously reported here) is now available to order at:

• B&H Photo
• Foto Erhardt
• WEX Photo

More Leica M-mount lens adapters for the Canon EOS R mirrorless cameras can be found here.
Previous coverage of the Megadap M2RF is available here.

Additional information is available here:

The world’s first Megadap M2RF autofocus lens adapter (Leica M lens to Canon RF camera) is now available

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Meike officially announced the previously reported AF 85mm f/1.8 lens for Fujifilm GFX mount in Asia. Here are the details:

• Orders should open soon at: Meike Store | B&H Photo |  Amazon
• Format: Medium format
• Focal length: 85mm
• Lens construction: 11 elements in 7 groups |
• Aperture blades: 11
• Magnification: 0.17x
• Minimum focusing distance: 0.65m
• Autofocus motor: STM stepping motor (in-house developed)
• Filter size: 62mm
• Net weight: Approx. 406g (excluding lens cap)
• Additional pictures:

This is the latest Meike lens lineup:

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

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Godox launched a new Lux Junior II retro camera flash for Sony, Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, OM System, and Panasonic cameras. Pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo. Additional information is available here:

• TTL, Manual, Multi & Auto Modes
• Compatible with Nikon i-TTL
• 2.4 GHz Wireless Receiver
• Built-In Rechargeable USB-C Battery
• 1.5 sec Recycle Time
• Up to 400 Full-Power Flashes
• High-Speed, Front & Rear Curtain Sync
• Dual-Axis Rotation Design
• Horizontal & Vertical Orientations
• Includes USB-C Cable & Magnetic Filters

Via FujiAddict

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Peak Design introduced a new modular field L-bracket system for Sony, Nikon, Canon, Fuji, and Leica cameras (with an AirTag pocket) and is currently crowdfunding the project on Kickstarter. In just the first few hours, they already raised over $200k:

New on Kickstarter: WANDRD magnetic camera straps, Nomatic bag travel system, real-time POV live camera headset

Additional information can be found here and here:

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In addition to the new FX camera, Sony will also announce a new FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS lens that will have an integrated focus limiter switch (∞-3m) into the lens’s AF/MF switch (according to camerainsider).

Sony already has two 100-400mm lens models with different aperture ranges:

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Sony just released a teaser for their upcoming  FX camera that will be officially announced tomorrow (see listings at B&H Photo and Foto Erhardt):

New Sony FX camera rumored to be announced this week

Foto Erhardt is already taking deposits for the upcoming Sony FX camera

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The German retailer Foto Erhardt is already taking deposits for the upcoming Sony FX camera:

Update – B&H Photo now also has the new Sony FX camera listed on their website:

The rumored Sony FX cinema camera specifications can be found here:

New Sony FX camera rumored to be announced this week

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Here are the top 10 best-selling compact digital cameras of the first half of 2026 in Japan:

1. Kodak Pixpro C1
2. Kodak Pixpro FZ55
3. Fujifilm Instax mini Evo
4. Canon PowerShot SX740 HS
5. Canon IXY 650
6. OM System Tough TG-7
7. Panasonic Lumix TZ99
8. Kenko KC-AF11
9. Kodak Pixpro FZ45
10. Kodak Pixpro WPZ2

You can clearly see how the big Japanese brands are behind on the trend – Kodak has four cheap mediocre cameras in the top 10 list.

The BCN Ranking is a POS database that collects and aggregates daily sales data of digital cameras from major consumer electronics retailers and online shops covering approximately 40% of the Japanese retail market.

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

Compact fixed-lens cameras are becoming more popular, while interchangeable-lens cameras are starting to lose their popularity

Source: BCNR

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A new Sony FX camera has been rumored for a while (Sony FX4 or Sony FX5?) and has already been registered in Asia:

More Sony FX camera rumors (Sony FX4?)

The official announcement is rumored to be on July 22nd – here is what to expect from the new FX model that will be positioned between the FX3/FX3A and the FX6:

Sensor & Processor

• 16.6MP full-frame back-illuminated fully stacked CMOS sensor
• BIONZ XR 2 processor with built-in AI AF (same as A7R VI)

Video Recording

• Open Gate 5K 3:2: 4992 × 3328
• Full-frame 16:9: 4992 × 2808
• Full-frame 17:9: 4992 × 2632
• Super 35 16:9: 3264 × 1836
• Full-frame crop modes (e.g., 4552 × 2560 and 3840 × 2160)
• Internal 16-bit RAW in X-OCN LT
• New higher-compression X-OCN C1 and C2 formats
• Additional support for XAVC HS / XAVC S-I / XAVC S formats

ISO & Dynamic Range

• Triple Base ISO: 800 / 4,000 / 12,800
• Approximately 16 stops of dynamic range

Monitoring & Interface

• Venice-style menu system and button layout
• Dedicated False Color button
• 3.5-inch fully articulating touchscreen (larger than the FX3)
• Optional removable tilting external EVF
• Optional XLR top handle with 32-bit float audio support

Body & Build

• Dual card slots: CFexpress Type A + SD
• In-body image stabilization (IBIS)
• Weight: 750g
• Same batteries as the A7R VI

Pricing

• Body only: over €5,000

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