Pergear announced a new 12mm f/2 II APS-C lens for F, E, R, Z, and MFT mounts. Some of the upgrades from the first generation are a 70g lighter and more compact design.

Pre-orders: Amazon US | Amazon CA | Amazon DE

Here are the full details:

Specifications:

• Aperture focal length: 12mm F2 II
• Lens construction: 12 Elements in 9 Groups
• Focal length: f = 12mm
• 35mm format equivalent: 18mm (Fuji), 24mm (M4/3), 18mm (Nikon)
• Angle of view: 97°
• Maximum aperture: F2
• Minimum aperture: F22
• Aperture: 10 elements
• Focus range: Approx. 20cm / 0.66ft-∞
• External dimensions: ø66mmx59.5mm
• Weight (excluding cap and hood): Approx. 230g

Details:

2024 Upgraded Version
Made from durable aluminum alloy, it weighs only 230 grams—70 grams lighter than the first generation.

12 Elements in 9 Groups
Including 2 extra-low dispersion elements and 2 aspherical elements

97° Field of View, 0.18m minimun focusing distance
Offers a wealth of shooting possibilities. Its excellent close-up capabilities enhance the subject's prominence. Additionally, it supports attaching filters, lens hoods, or other accessories on the front, extending creative options further.

Experience Precision Control with the Clicked Aperture Design
Allowing you to effortlessly and perceptibly adjust your aperture settings for accurate exposures and smooth transitions, providing a tactile and intuitive shooting experience

Ideal Aperture
With a maximum aperture of f/2.0, it's perfect for low-light conditions while effectively controlling the depth of field. The 10-blade diaphragm produces pleasing bokeh when using selective focus techniques.

Pergear announced a new 12mm f/2 APS-C mirrorless lens

The post New Pergear 12mm f/2 II APS-C lens announced (F/E/R/Z/MFT) appeared first on Photo Rumors.

Pergear announced a new 100mm f/2.8 full-frame 2x magnification ultra macro lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF/EF, and Leica L cameras (price: $287). Pre-orders are now open at Amazon US | Amazon CA | Amazon UK |Amazon DE.

Additional information:

• De-clicked aperture
• All-metal lens body
• Lens size: 15.7x8cm
• Aperture range: f/2.8 to f/22
• 14 elements in 9 groups: 4 low-dispersion ED lenses, 3 high-refractive-index lenses
• 0.3m minimum focusing distance
• 13 aperture blades

Lens design

1:1 Magnification

2:1 Magnification

Infinity

The new lens appears to be identical to the TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8, but the Pergear version is significantly cheaper:

TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 2x full frame macro lens now available (E/X/Z/RF/L/GFX/F/EF)

New TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 2x full frame macro lens announced

The post New: Pergear 100mm f/2.8 full-frame 2x magnification ultra macro lens (E/Z/RF/EF/L) appeared first on Photo Rumors.