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Leica re-releases the Leica M6 film camera for $5,295 with updated viewfinder, 'modern electronics' and more

No, you haven’t entered a time machine. Leica has re-released its iconic M6 camera, 38 years after it was first released back in 1984. While it keeps the same overall look and functionality of the original M6, this updated version does bring a few upgraded features. Throughout its 18-year production run, Leica made nearly 175,000 M6 cameras in multiple variations. Used models still fetch high…
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AstrHori announces $289 40mm F5.6 manual lens for Fujifilm GFX cameras

Optics manufacturer AstrHori has announced the release of a new 40mm F5.6 manual lens for Fujifilm GFX camera systems. The fully-manual lens offers a 32mm equivalent focal length and is constructed of seven elements in five groups. It uses a five-blade aperture diaphragm, has a minimum focusing distance of 41cm (16.1”) uses a 62mm front filter thread and uses physical rings for both aperture and…
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GDU releases heavily-armored versions of Canon's RF 16mm F2.8 and RF 50mm F1.8 lenses

If you work in extremely harsh conditions, you might worry that your lenses aren’t tough enough. While manufacturers make lenses that hold up extremely well to most typical usage, if you need something more robust, Global Dynamics United has you covered with its new GDU Armored RF 50mm F1.8 and GDU Armored RF 16mm F2.8 lenses. Both lenses barely resemble the original Canon RF lenses upon…
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Introduction 81% Overall score Jump to conclusion The Sigma 24–70mm F2.8 DG DN Art is a bright, premium zoom lens for photographers on either the Sony E-mount or the L-mount shared by Leica, Panasonic and Sigma camera bodies. Although for this comparison…
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DxO announces PhotoLab 6 and ViewPoint 4: More powerful raw editing, new tools and improved performance

Lead image by Kelvin Chan DxO has announced the latest version of its all-in-one raw photo editor, DxO PhotoLab 6. The French company has also announced a new version of its geometric correction software and plug-in, DxO ViewPoint 4. DxO PhotoLab 6 Looking first at PhotoLab 6, it includes numerous new improvements to image quality, editing tools, workflow and performance. PhotoLab 6 includes…
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