Category Archives: 3rd Party Lens

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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Now available: Venus Optics Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO lens for Micro Four Thirds

The new Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO lens for Micro Four Thirds by Vemus Optics is now available at B&H Photo and the Laowa store. Additional information on the lens can be found here:

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TTartisan announced a new 7.5mm f/2 fisheye silver edition for MFT

TTartisan announced a new 7.5mm f/2 fisheye silver edition for MFT: Pre-orders: TTartisan store | Amazon (B&H Photo coming soon) US: B&H Photo (coming soon) Additional information: 180° Ultra Wide Angle F2 Aperture Circular Fisheye Creation on Full Frame 0.125m Closest Focus Distance Clicked Aperture Ring Full metal body Price: $139 Mounts: E/X/Z/RF/MFT

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