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ZY Optics (Zhongyi) to release two new lenses: 30mm f/2.4 and 45mm f/1.4 at the Beijing P&E Imaging Show

ZY Optics (Zhongyi) will release new 30mm f/2.4 and 45mm f/1.4 lenses at the Beijing P&E Imaging Show (May 15-18, 2026). Here are the details on the 30mm f/2.4 medium format lens (Zhongyi lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon):

  • Format & Compatibility: Designed for 44×33mm (4433) medium format sensors; native mount support for Fujifilm GFX series (e.g., GFX50S) and Pentax 645 (including 645Z); also compatible with older digital backs (Mamiya, Leaf, Phase One CCD models with similar sensor size).
  • Focal Length & Aperture: 30mm wide-angle (provides a perspective wider than ~80° on 4433 format); bright maximum aperture of f/2.4.
  • Aperture Range: f/2.4, f/2.8, f/4, f/5.6, f/8, f/11, f/16, f/22.
  • Optical Design & Performance: Modern optics delivering high sharpness and resolution; rendering style combines contemporary clarity with the atmospheric “vintage” character of older lenses.
  • Build Quality: Full-metal construction with a substantial, premium feel and notable weight when handheld.
  • Series Context: Latest addition to ZHONGYI’s PITTURA series, following the 65mm F1.4 and 80mm F1.6.
  • Price & Availability: Regular price 3580 RMB; introductory/pre-order price 3380 RMB

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New Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.4 Pro lens (E/Z) coming next week



The previously reported Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.4 Pro full-frame lens will debut next week at the Beijing P&E Imaging Show (May 15-18, 2026). The Sony E-mount will be released first, with the Nikon Z-mount to follow. This will be the third Pro lens after the 50mm f/1.4 and 85mm f/1.4.

In the US, Viltrox lenses are sold at AdoramaB&H, and Amazon. International shipping is available from Pergear and at the official Viltrox website (you can get 8% off at the online store with code NIKONRUMORS).

Here is the list of new Viltrox products

Complete list of new/upcoming Viltrox products for the 2024 CP+ show

Additional pictures of the upcoming Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8, 75mm f/1.8, and 90mm f/2.2 EVO lenses

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Is Venus Optics is working on a new Laowa wide-angle zoom autofocus mirrorless lens?

A few days ago, Venus Optics conducted a survey for a new Laowa fast wide-angle zoom lens:


Today, when the Thypoch 24-50mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus zoom lens was officially announced, Venus Optics released a teaser for a new Laowa lens with three rings (aperture ring, zoom ring, and a focusing ring):


The new lens will most likely be a wide-angle zoom autofocus mirrorless lens with a front element that allows normal filter use (12-20mm f/2.8?). The new lens is expected to be released for the 2026 P&E show in China in late April or May. Stay tuned for details.

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