Several of the previously reported Chinese lenses were already officially announced:

• • TTartisan 75mm f/2
  • TTartisan 40mm f/2
  • TTArtisan 14mm f/2.8
  • 7Artisans 14mm f/2.8 & 75mm f/1.4
  • Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4
  • Meike 24mm f/1.4
  • Brightin Star 35mm f/1.8

Here is an updated list of what else is coming:

New 7Artisans lenses (check website for updates):

• 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 (L/Z)
• 7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.8 (L/E/Z)
• 7Artisans 10mm f/2.8

SG-Image 7.5mm f/2.8 APS-C fisheye lens – already listed for sale on eBay.

SG-Image AF 85mm f/1.8 full frame lens coming next week.

ZY Optics is expected to announce a new autofocus full-frame lens in the second half of the year.

Viltrox Spark TTL on-camera flash.

The Viltrox 56mm f/1.2 Pro lens is expected in September.

Venus Optics Laowa AF 200mm f/2 lens.

New Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens.

AstrHori 6mm f/2.8 full-frame fisheye lens for E/L/Z/RF (check the official website for updates).

New Yongnuo YN 33mm f/1.4 R DA DSM lens with a lock button.

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SG-image officially released the previously reported AF 25mm f/1.8 lens for Sony E and Fujifilm X mount. The new lens is available with four different color rings and is already listed for sale at Amazon Japan (SC-image lenses are also sold on eBay and Ali Express).

Additional information:

Product Overview

This wide-angle lens for APS-C cameras combines an easy-to-use angle of view equivalent to approximately 37.5mm in 35mm format with a large aperture of F1.8. It weighs only about 145g and is a thin and lightweight design with a total length of 32mm, yet it is equipped with a silent and high-speed AF using an STM (stepping motor). From street snapshots to video shooting, it is an "Everywhere Prime" that you can carry around in your pocket at all times.

Main Features

• Soft bokeh created by the 9-blade circular aperture with maximum aperture of F1.8
• STM stepping motor for quiet and smooth AF drive
• The latest optical design with 7 elements in 5 groups, including 3 high-refractive index lenses, provides high resolution all the way to the edges
• Compact metal body weighing approximately 145g and measuring 32mm in length, perfect for everyday use
• Multi-coating suppresses flare and ghosting even in backlit conditions
• Metal exterior and diamond-cut focus ring for high operability
• The included metal lens hood combines design and durability.

Specification

• Compatible mounts: Sony E, Fujifilm X
• Compatible image capture size: APS-C size
• Color: Black, silver, red, orange
• Focal length: 25mm (35mm format equivalent: 37.5mm)
• Focus mode: AF (autofocus)
• Aperture blades: 9
• Lens construction: 7 elements in 5 groups (including 3 high refractive index lenses)
• Aperture range: F1.8-F16
• Minimum shooting distance: 0.3m
• Filter diameter: 52mm
• Size: Φ72mm×32mm (excluding mount and hood)
• Mass: Approximately 145g
• Accessories: Lens cap, rear cap, lens hood, lens hood cap
• Manufacturer's warranty: 2 years (covers natural failures)

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