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Nocs Portal AFN7 screenless IP58 camera with a 22.5mm f/2.2 equivalent lens, shown in gray
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Weekly Roundup 9/20-10/3: FX5 LCD, Adobe-Topaz, Lomography, Canon RF

Sony's FX5 delay now has a hardware reason, Adobe closes the Topaz Labs deal, Lomography's 35mm Petzval Métamorphose finally ships at $649, and a Beijing court ruling may force Canon's RF mount open.

October 3, 2026·8 min read
Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, official press shot showing the back-camera plateau and the variable-aperture lens system from the September 9, 2026 Apple newsroom launch announcement
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Friday News, Oct 2: FCC DJI Ban, Adobe + Topaz, Imagen, Canon PTZ

Five regulatory, AI, and provenance stories from the week ending October 2: the FCC's DJI/Autel chip ban takes effect October 13, Adobe formally closes its Topaz Labs acquisition, Imagen rewrites its cull-then-edit workflow with Intelligent Studio, Canon adds face-registration tracking to its PTZ bodies mid-October, and Apple publishes the architecture behind iPhone 18 Pro's Reference Image sensor signing.

October 2, 2026·6 min read
PetaPixel editorial illustration: Nikon Z5IIC sensor, headline context for Canon RF mount precedent story
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Canon RF Mount Could Be Forced Open After Nikon Ruling

A Chinese patent ruling that invalidated one of Nikon's Z-mount patents in its Viltrox case has set a precedent Canon cannot easily escape. Here's what could change for third-party RF lenses.

September 29, 2026·4 min read
Nikon Z5IIC full-frame mirrorless camera, official press photo showing the flat-top rangefinder-style body with a NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 lens attached
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Friday News Sep 25: Nikon Z5IIC, Sony FX5 Delay, R7 II Rumor

Nikon quietly launches the Z5IIC at $1,399.95 (24.5MP full-frame, EXPEED 7, Scene Modes on the mode dial, mid-October), Sony Japan pushes the FX5 to "late October or later," Canon Rumors pegs the EOS R7 Mark II for Q1 2027, and Viltrox brings four Air primes to L-Mount under $200.

September 25, 2026·8 min read
Canon EOS R5 Mark II with a VCM lens — Canon hybrid video lens lineup
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Canon VP: "Style" Over Specs, V Series Lens Expansion Coming

Canon VP Tsuyoshi Tokura told Nikkei that compact camera growth is being driven by younger shooters who value style over specs, and confirmed the company is expanding its V Series lenses for video-first shooting.

September 23, 2026·1 min read
Canon EOS R7 mirrorless camera body, front view
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Canon EOS R7 Mark II Q1 2027 Rumor: What We Know

Canon Rumors reports the EOS R7 Mark II will arrive in Q1 2027, citing a source with a strong track record. No specs yet.

September 22, 2026·2 min read
Canon EOS R8 Mark II mirrorless camera body shown from the front with RF lens mount, AF joystick and mode dial
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Weekly Roundup 9/14-9/19: Canon R8 II, Sony 400/600mm, L-Mount

IBC 2026 ripples met a clean Canon shot across the bow: the EOS R8 II finally gets IBIS at $1,899, Sony answers with the lightest 400mm and 600mm G Masters yet, Panasonic slips a $500 L-Mount wide onto shelves, and Camp Snap gives the 110 film camera a screen-free digital sequel.

September 19, 2026·7 min read
Sony FE 400mm F4.5 GM OSS and FE 600mm F6.3 GM OSS super-telephoto G Master primes, official press shot showing both lenses
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Friday News Sep 18: OpenAI/Glass, Canon R8 II, Sony Telephotos

OpenAI reportedly bought Glass Imaging for $300M (WSJ, Sep 14), GoPro officially joined the Micro Four Thirds System, Canon launched the EOS R8 Mark II with IBIS at $1,899, and Sony announced the lightest-in-class FE 400mm F4.5 GM and FE 600mm F6.3 GM for October.

September 18, 2026·6 min read
Canon EOS R8 Mark II full-frame mirrorless camera shown from the front in silver-top, black-body two-tone styling.
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Canon EOS R8 Mark II: $1,899, IBIS, 40fps, Late Oct

Canon's 24.2MP EOS R8 Mark II adds 5-axis IBIS, 40fps electronic burst, and 6K-oversampled 4K60 video in a 546g body — at $1,899, ships late October 2026.

September 16, 2026·4 min read
Insta360 Luna Pro gimbal camera co-engineered with Leica, showing the detachable 2-inch OLED touchscreen remote and the Type 1 sensor with Leica Summicron lens
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Friday News, Sep 11: Canon R1 Firmware, Insta360 Luna Pro, SIRUI Saturn V2

A quiet-but-steady imaging week: Canon ships maintenance firmware for the EOS R1 and R5 Mark II, Insta360 launches the Luna Pro gimbal camera globally for $599.99, SIRUI adds a horizontal/vertical switch to its Saturn V2 anamorphics, DZOFILM rounds out Arles with two T2.6 zooms, and Leitz brings /i-style metadata to HUGO and SUMMILUX-C.

September 11, 2026·6 min read
A vintage rangefinder camera on a wooden surface — the theme of this week: a camera industry going quieter, with a few brands shipping hard into the gap
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Weekly Roundup 8/3–8/9: Insta360 X6, Canon R8 II

The Insta360 X6 hits August 12 with leaked boxes and 8K I-Log 10-bit, Canon preps a retro R8 Mark II, the DJI Pocket 4P is still banned from US sale, and Viltrox ships three lenses in a month. Plus the Framez App camera drought chart that has everyone talking.

August 9, 2026·8 min read
Sony FX5 Cinema Line full-frame camera with SEL1635GM2 lens attached, official press shot
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Friday News: Sony FX5 Launch, Canon R8 Mark II Rumor, RX10 V

Sony launched the FX5 Cinema Line at $4,899 and the RX10 V superzoom, teased an August 4 product drop (likely the a7S IV), Canon posted strong Q2 earnings driven by compact sales, and the retro-styled EOS R8 Mark II rumor is now near-certain for late August.

July 31, 2026·6 min read
Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake lens mounted on a Nikon Z7 II body, photographed against a neutral background
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Friday News 7/24: Viltrox 26mm EVO, Sony Cinema Teaser

The week of July 20-24 delivered a Sony Cinema Line teaser, real-world reviews of the Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake, Tamron pricing the redesigned 12-20mm f/2.8 at G Master territory, and Canon R8 Mark II rumors that finally add IBIS.

July 24, 2026·5 min read
Milky Way over mountain ridge with a person silhouetted in the foreground — astrophotography composition, the theme that tied this week together
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Weekly Roundup 7/13–7/19: Five Stories That Shaped the Week

Tamron dropped two wide zooms in five days, Canon shipped its cheapest L lens ($1,399), Viltrox hit two mounts, Fujifilm brought cinema to GFX, and...

July 18, 2026·9 min read
Canon RF 20-50mm f/4 L IS USM PZ lens shown upright on a dark surface with white tiled background
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Canon RF 20-50mm L PZ Ships, Viltrox 26mm Pancake Now

Two notable lens launches in 24 hours: Canon's first power-zoom L lens hits shelves at $1,399, and Viltrox launches a 130g AF pancake for Sony E and Nikon Z at $299.

July 16, 2026·3 min read
CP+ 2026 Yokohama show floor with new Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG II Art and other lenses on display at manufacturer booths
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CP+ 2026 Lens Pivot: Camera Industry's Big Shift

CP+ 2026 was supposed to be about cameras. Instead it was all about glass. Sigma launched two lenses and teased an 85mm f/1.2, Sony is preparing the RX10 V and FX5, and the body market has officially plateaued.

July 6, 2026·4 min read
Canon EOS R3 full-frame mirrorless camera body with integrated vertical grip and 24.1MP stacked BSI sensor
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Canon EOS R3 Review 2026: Still Worth It for Sports?

Four years after launch, the Canon EOS R3 still punches above its weight for sports. Here is what 30 FPS, eye-control AF, and 1-series build actually...

July 6, 2026·12 min read
Canon prototype SLR-style concept camera with waist-level viewfinder on display at CP+ 2026 in Yokohama
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CP+ 2026: Canon Concept Camera and Sigma Lens News

Canon teases a concept cinema camera at CP+ 2026 while Sigma shows off new lenses, including an 85mm f/1.2 Art and a lighter 35mm f/1.4 DG II.

July 2, 2026·3 min read
A Nikon DSLR camera suspended mid-throw in front of a blurred forest backdrop, an artistic representation of camera gear and movement
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Photo News Weekly Roundup 6/15–6/21: Sony 100-400 GM

Sony and Canon both dropped serious GM/L glass within 24 hours of each other, DJI and Insta360 finally took their US fight to actual court, Fujifilm quietly registered an NP-W255 battery (likely X-T6), and we shipped nine articles this week on LensClear. Here's everything that mattered in photo news June 15-21, 2026.

June 20, 2026·7 min read
Canon EOS R1 mirrorless camera with new firmware 1.3.0 update, representing today's announcement
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Canon R1 R5 Mark II Firmware 1.3.0 Released Today

Canon's flagship mirrorless bodies get meaningful AF refinements, new button customization, and exposure simulation with flash. Plus a brand-new...

June 18, 2026·4 min read
The Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM lens, official Canon product photo
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Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM Review 2026

Two weeks with Canon's 1.4x macro on the streets, a flower market, and a wedding — does the RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM live up to the hype? A hands-on review from the field.

June 18, 2026·10 min read
Canon EOS R5 Mark II mirrorless camera body, front three-quarter view, with RF lens mount visible
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Canon EOS R5 Mark II First Impressions: Worth the Upgrade?

One month, three weddings, and a corporate shoot later — my honest take on whether the Canon EOS R5 Mark II is worth the upgrade for hybrid shooters, and how it compares to my Lumix GH7 daily driver.

June 15, 2026·13 min read
PetaPixel Best of CP+ 2026 gear roundup — multiple cameras and lenses laid out for the 2026 photo industry review
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Photo News Weekly Roundup 6/8–6/14: a7R VI, R6 V, Luna

Sony's a7R VI ships with the best full-frame DR ever measured, Canon drops the fan-cooled R6 V, third-party lens makers (Viltrox, Samyang, 7Artisans) all announce new glass in the same week, and Insta360 quietly takes over the US gimbal-camera market. Here's everything that mattered in photo news June 8–14, 2026.

June 13, 2026·8 min read
VISTILEN AF 85mm f/1.4 for Canon RF mount, full product shot
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VISTILEN 85mm f/1.4 AF for Canon RF: Specs, Price, First

VISTILEN launched its AF 85mm f/1.4 for Canon RF mount today. 13 elements, 12-blade aperture, STM AF, and a likely $300–400 price tag. Here's why RF...

June 9, 2026·3 min read
Canon EOS R6 V official product image showing the new body design
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Canon EOS R6 V Announced: 7K RAW, $2499 (2026)

Canon just announced the EOS R6 V: 7K60p Light RAW, 4K120p, active cooling, no EVF, $2499. The most video-first full-frame Canon has ever made.

June 8, 2026·4 min read
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Discontinued: End of a DSLR Era
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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Discontinued: End of a DSLR Era

The legendary Canon EOS 5D Mark IV has been officially discontinued, marking the end of one of the most influential DSLR cameras ever produced.

March 15, 2026·2 min read
Canon DSLR camera
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The 3 Iconic Canon Cameras Turning 10 This Year

Three Canon cameras from 2016 — the 80D, 5D Mark IV, and EOS M5 — are turning ten years old in 2026. We look back at why these models became iconic, how they shaped modern photography, and why they still matter today.

March 15, 2026·1 min read
Canon EOS R7 Mark II: 39MP Stacked Sensor Rumors Heat Up
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Canon EOS R7 Mark II: 39MP Stacked Sensor Rumors Heat

Alright, here is some exciting news for anyone who has been eyeing Canon APS-C mirrorless lineup. The Canon EOS R7 Mark II is apparently getting a...

March 15, 2026·2 min read
Canon EOS R6 Mark III camera body front view
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Canon EOS R6 Mark III Review: Best Mirrorless Camera for Wildlife in 2026?

In-depth Canon EOS R6 Mark III review covering autofocus, image quality, and real-world performance. Is this the best camera for wildlife photographer

March 15, 2026·6 min read
Canon compact camera 2026
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Canon PowerShot Comeback: Three New Compact Cameras Coming in 2026

Canon is bringing back its PowerShot line with three new compact cameras in 2026. Get the latest rumors about G7 X Mark IV, super telephoto, and more.

March 15, 2026·2 min read
Mirrorless cameras display in 2026 camera store
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Camera Rumors 2026: What's Coming and What Actually Matters

Camera rumors 2026: comprehensive guide to the most credible camera rumors for 2026. We break down what's worth waiting for.

March 13, 2026·11 min read
Canon Increases Compact Camera Production by 50% in 2026
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Canon Increases Compact Camera Production by 50% in 2026

Canon is significantly ramping up its compact camera production in 2026, with plans to increase output to 1.5 times last year’s volume, according to...

March 10, 2026·1 min read
Camera Rumors Report March 2026: Leica Price Increase, Canon Compact Comeback
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Camera Rumors Report March 2026: Leica Price Increase, Canon Compact Comeback

The imaging world is heating up this March with several major developments. Leica has confirmed a US price increase effective March 13, 2026—grab...

March 9, 2026·1 min read
Canon EOS R3 Mark II Rumors: 54MP Dual-Resolution Sensor, 90fps Burst
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Canon EOS R3 Mark II Rumors: 54MP Dual-Resolution Sensor, 90fps Burst

Canon EOS R3 Mark II rumors: 54MP/24MP dual native resolution sensor, 90fps burst shooting at 24MP. All the latest camera news at LensClear.

March 6, 2026·1 min read
Canon Analog Concept Camera at CP+ 2026: Innovation or Gimmick?
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Canon Analog Concept Camera at CP+ 2026: Innovation or Gimmick?

Canon just pulled something unexpected at CP+ 2026. While everyone was expecting the usual lens announcements and firmware updates, the company rolled...

February 28, 2026·9 min read
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Canon Unveils Two New Lenses on 9.9! RF85mm F1.4 VCM Takes Center Stage, EOS C50 Also Debuts

According to the latest information from Canon Rumors, Canon plans to unveil major new products on September 9, 2025. Alongside the highly anticipated...

September 7, 2025·3 min read

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