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Micro Four Thirds organization: the YoloLiv 18mm f/1.4 lens does not operate properly on Micro Four Thirds cameras

The Micro Four Thirds organization issued a notice that the YoloLiv 18mm f/1.4 lens manufactured by YoloLiv (Hangzhou Xingxi Technology Co., Ltd.) does not operate properly when used with certain Micro Four Thirds compatible devices other than the YoloCam S7 camera:

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New Venus Optics Laowa 4.5-10mm f/2.8 lens for MFT mount announced

The previously reported Venus Optics Laowa 4.5-10mm f/2.8 CF APS-C fisheye zoom lens for the MFT mount is now officially released. The price is $399: US: B&H Photo Worldwide: Laowa online store Additional information: Venus Optics announced a new Laowa 4.5-10mm f/2.8 CF APS-C fisheye zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount  

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New Brightin Star 10mm f/5.6Ⅱ fisheye lens for MFT announced ($66)

Brightin Star announced a new 10mm f/5.6Ⅱ MFT fisheye lens for $66. Pre-orders are now open at the official online store (coming soon to B&H Photo). The key upgrades are: Pre-orders are now open at the official online store (coming soon to B&H Photo) Refined Exterior Design: Updated appearance with a uniquely designed aperture ring […]

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Brightin Star announced a new 7.5mm f/2.8 IV ultra-wide fisheye lens for Micro Four Thirds ($140)

Brightin Star officially announced a new 7.5mm f/2.8 IV APS-C ultra-wide fisheye lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras (previously reported here): The new model is very light at 274g, with a 190° field of view, and is rear-filter-ready The intro price is $139.99 (regular price: $159.99) – the introductory period is May 11 – May 21. […]

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Viltrox is rumored to announce a new line of Micro Four Thirds lenses

From PhotoRumors: Viltrox will announce a new line of Micro Four Thirds lenses, with the first model being the 25mm f/1.7. This decision probably has to do with the upcoming Songdian Micro Four Thirds camera. The translation on the new teaser says: “Introducing an all-new lineup of M43-mount autofocus lenses—launched simultaneously.” Viltrox used to make MFT lenses (see […]

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