8.4
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Launched in late 2025, the Samyang AF 24-60 mm f/2.8 FE zoom, designed with Schneider-Kreuznach, focuses on compactness. Here is our full review.
8.4
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At CP+ 2026, we sat down with Jun Watanabe (Product Planning Group Manager, X Series), Makoto Oishi (Product Planning Manager,...
8.6
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The Viltrox AF 85mm f/2 Evo is a portrait-dedicated prime lens. It aims to deliver a compact form factor without sacrificing ergonomics or image quality. Here is our full review.
At CP+ 2026, Sony’s Senior Manager of ILC product planning, Yu Takae, shared insights with Phototrend regarding the latest developments of the photo division.
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At CP+ 2026, Samyang presented several 3D-printed prototypes of potential future lenses that are both highly ambitious and very mysterious.
CP+ 2026 has just wrapped up in Yokohama, Japan. Phototrend was on the ground and had the opportunity to sit down with Kazuto Yamaki, CEO of Sigma Corp.
Sigma completes its f/1.2 trilogy with a surprisingly compact 85mm DG Art lens. We got our hands on the prototype at CP+ 2026 in Yokohama: first impressions of a portrait lens that breaks the mold in this segment.
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Canon is making waves in Yokohama with its Analog Concept Camera, a prototype whose design is reminiscent of medium-format film cameras.
From February 26 to March 1, 2026, Yokohama will be at the heart of the global photography industry with the Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2026 (CP+ 2026 for regulars). Phototrend is on location.
8.8
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Much more than just a simple revision of a flagship Z-mount lens, the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II is a true demonstration of Nikon's optical expertise. Here is our full review.
Pauline Ballet is a professional photographer for Getty Images. She is currently covering the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Interview.
8.8
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The Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD aims to combine a wide focal range, a constant f/2.8 aperture, responsive autofocus, and excellent image quality. Here is our full review.
On the occasion of Paris Photo 2025 and the reissue of his book Kaos in XL format by Taschen, we met with Albert Watson.
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Nikon is suing Viltrox for infringement of patents related to the Z mount. At least, that's the rumor going around.
