Viltrox has announced the availability of the AF 25mm F1.7 E/Z/XF lens, available in E-Mount, X-Mount and, Z-Mount. This lightweight, compact, precision-crafted lens offers versatility for APS-C camera users , and also manual focus capability.
With an effective 38mm-equivalent focal length, this lens strikes a perfect field of view balance, in between standard and wide-angle, offering a versatile perspective that’s ideal for a wide range of subjects. From capturing candid street scenes to creating stunning portraits, Viltrox’s new lens delivers natural and immersive results without effort. The compact design and fast aperture make it the perfect companion for everyday photography – and a versatile and indispensable tool for any photographer.
Remarkably smooth and precise autofocus
The built-in stepping motor provides fast and precise autofocus, and is beginner friendly. This feature supports eye focus and face autofocus, for the wide range of compatible camera models. For attractive focus effects and more precise control, users can also rotate the manual focus ring for direct setting of focus.
Excellent for video as well as photos
The AF 25mm F1.7 delivers exceptional video performance. With in-body image stabilization, a compact design, and minimal distortion, it is the perfect lens for capturing smooth, steady footage. Annoying breathing effect during video is virtually eliminated. Designed and built with strong but lightweight materials, this lens enables efficient, comfortable operation for steadier handheld shooting of both photos and video.
Designed for professional effects and quality
The large F1.7 aperture with 9 aperture blades helps the lens creates rounded dreamy bokeh, allowing for beautiful background blur and artistic expression. This effect can effortlessly highlight the subject and make it stand out for far greater impact. In challenging low light conditions, the large aperture also helps capture clearer and purer images.
The wide field of view of a 25mm lens makes it ideal for street photography, capturing dynamic scenes and environmental portraits. Internally, the 12 lens elements in 10 groups – with a carefully-optimized combination of low-dispersion, high-refractive and aspherical lenses – ensure excellent image quality in all conditions.
The KraftGeek – Phone/Camera/Tablet variety tripod is an additional ideal kit for those with bigger devices they use and of course maintains your standard devices like your mobile phone.
This can be used in several ways however and also be used as a selfie stick for those who love to take them which is many but not my scene at all being honest.
With a telescopic extension it can make life much easier for all tasks if you are indoors or on the go and this also has a robust build like all their models and will stand the test of time, \I use several of these here and when outdoors and they all still work perfectly today and none have broke. typically the phone grip breaks on many I have had in the past but not with KraftGeek models.
You can easily switch between selfies and tripod use with the one press action and with the adjustable height it is perfect for anyone requiring photos or videos, not forgetting the bluetooth remote this can allow you to get even more functionality out of this and also the cold shoe mounts for adding lights or mics and makes it a one stop shot for creators
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Features
Multifunctional Design: Easily switch between a selfie stick and tripod with a button press. Non-slip silicone pads ensure stability for videos and photos.
Adjustable Height: Lightweight aluminum pole extends from 12.6 to 60 inches, perfect for both outdoor and studio shoots.
Multi-Angle Flexibility: 360° ball head, 110° vertical adjustment, and 270° phone holder provide versatile shooting angles. Compatible with iPhone 15 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S24, and more.
Universal 1/4″ Screw: Supports cameras, lights, and mics up to 4.4 lbs, ideal for travel photography or video recording.
3 Cold Shoe Mounts: Attach external accessories like mics and lights for enhanced audio and visual quality, great for cooking videos and live streaming.
Wireless Remote Control: Capture photos and videos from up to 33 feet away using the detachable magnetic remote.
The FUJIFILM instax WIDE Evo Hybrid first look is the latest camera on offer and this one is a big boy with an LCD screen and plenty of other levers to play with.
We will be testing this bad boy out over the next few weeks so if you have any questions feel free to ask while we test it out, today we take a quick look and walkthrough of the UI and camera itself and there is plenty to take in here.
Check out the unboxing below and stay tuned for more on the latest camera to the market from FUJIFILM and instax.
Features include
Integrated Wide Angle Option WIDE Evo features the widest lens on any instax™ instant camera, at 16mm. Users can
choose to take images at the standard width, or opt for Wide-angle Mode, which maximizes the camera’s lens capabilities to get all of the action into the photo.
10 Lens Effects x 10 Film Effect Options
100 Combinations Of Creative Expression, Now With Added Degree Control
Like the instax mini Evo™ instant camera, WIDE Evo features 10 lens effects and 10 film effect options, offering 100 different combinations for users to express themselves. WIDE
Evo adds Degree Control, which allows the user to determine the degree to which each lens effect is applied to their image.
6 Film Styles to Enhance The Look Of The Image
In addition to the lens and film effects, WIDE Evo offers 6 film styles to customize images even further, with options including normal, a cinematic look with black bars across the top and bottom of the image, a classic film strip look, a traditional date/time stamp format, a contact sheet look, or a vintage collodion process effect.
Selfies, Storage, and More
WIDE Evo also features a 3.5-inch LCD Monitor on the back of the camera to allow users to view added effects and edits and is supported by a built-in Lithium-ion battery which enables the camera to print up to 100 images per charge, depending on the specific use case. A Micro SD card slot (Micro SD Card sold separately) ensures there’s plenty of room to store additional images for later enjoyment (approximately 45 images can be stored in the camera’s internal memory), while the Selfie Mirror helps users nail selfies every time.
Nikon expands its premium range of high-performance f/1.2 lenses with the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S. With its ultra-fast f/1.2 aperture and extraordinary resolving power, this bright professional S-Line lens opens new creative possibilities for visual storytellers working with stills or video. Fashion, editorial, fine art, events, documentaries: light speaks, and this lens listens.
With its ultra-fast f/1.2 aperture and extraordinary resolving power, this bright professional S-Line lens opens new creative possibilities for visual storytellers working with stills or video. Fashion, editorial, fine art, events, documentaries: light speaks, and this lens listens.
The NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S gives photographers and filmmakers exquisite control over the light and the way they want to shape it. The perfectly balanced optical design combines with powerful rendering and precision focusing to capture scenes in masterful detail. From the subtlest colours to the finest textures, contrast and clarity is superb throughout the frame—even if shooting directly into harsh light sources. Bokeh and sharpness are finely rendered, with backgrounds and foregrounds transitioning so smoothly that subjects can be isolated with an almost three-dimensional sense of depth.
Visual storytellers and cinematographers who want to harness the ultra-shallow depth of field can work confidently with the f/1.2 aperture thanks to Nikon’s fast, meticulous multi-focusing system. The slimmest sliver of a scene can be brought into sharp focus against round, smoothly graded bokeh—even when shooting from close range. Whether shooting in landscape or portrait orientation, intuitive and fully customisable controls are within easy reach, and this robust full-frame lens is fully sealed for work in dusty environments or unpredictable weather conditions.
Zurab Kiknadze, Product Manager, Nikon Europe says “The 35mm focal length has been cherished by photographers and filmmakers since the early days. Now, thanks to the incredible light-gathering capabilities of the Z mount, we’re proud to release the most refined iteration of a 35mm lens yet. With its masterful optical design and extremely bright aperture, this full-frame S-Line lens is designed for visual storytellers who want the very best. I can’t wait to see how masters of the craft will take the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S into the next era of beautiful image making.”
Summary of key features: NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S
Classic 35mm focal length, masterful rendering: phenomenal resolving power for detailed, accurate reproduction of scenes at any focus distance. The clarity of colour and contrast throughout the frame is exceptional.
Ultra-fast f/1.2 maximum aperture: for superb aesthetic control in any light. The slimmest sliver of a scene can be brought into sharp focus against smoothly graded bokeh—even when shooting from close range.
Sublime bokeh: the 11-blade rounded aperture and advanced optical design result in beautifully round, soft bokeh with no fringing—even around point light sources.
Precision S-Line optics: the optical formula consists of 17 elements in 15 groups. Specialised ED and SR lens elements work together to counter light dispersion and prevent colour fringing, distortion, and aberrations.
Exceptional clarity: Nikon’s most advanced anti-reflective coatings, Meso Amorphous Coat, ARNEO Coat and Nano Crystal Coat, virtually eliminate flare and ghosting even in challenging backlit locations.
A cinematographer’s favourite: the classic 35mm focal length couples with the fast f/1.2 aperture to let filmmakers shape the narrative with fluid precision. Focus breathing is suppressed, and linear focusing can be enabled for controlled manual focus pulling via the focus ring.
Swift, razor-sharp AF: the multi-focusing system offers incredible precision and speed even when working with an ultra-shallow depth of field. Dual stepping motors make swift continuous adjustments to keep the point of focus sharp.
Effortless handling: two L-fn buttons are perfectly placed for horizontal and vertical shooting. The large, knurled focus ring actuates smoothly, and the control ring is fully customisable.
Tough: the solid body is extensively sealed at the barrel joints and buttons—and a rubber gasket prevents dust, dirt, or moisture from entering the lens mount.
Accepts 82 mm filters: the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S accepts the same wide range of 82 mm screw-on filters as both the 50mm and the 85mm f/1.2 S-Line lenses.
Part of the S-Line f/1.2 trinity: depth of field, colour fidelity, tone, bokeh—shift perspectives while maintaining incredibly consistent image characteristics across the 50mm, 85mm, and 35mm NIKKOR Z f/1.2 S-Line lenses.
Nikon has announced the COOLPIX P1100, a compact digital camera boasting a 125x optical zoom with superior operability. Designed for photography enthusiasts, the COOLPIX P1100 enables the capture of high-quality images whilst providing an enhanced super-telephoto experience.
Building on the legacy of its predecessor, the acclaimed COOLPIX P1000, the COOLPIX P1100 offers improved usability and advanced features. Its 125x optical zoom spans an impressive focal range of 24–3000mm, providing versatility from wide-angle to super-telephoto, while for those seeking greater reach, the Dynamic Fine Zoom pushes the zoom range to a staggering 250x(6000mm equivalent).
In addition to the extended zoom, the COOLPIX P1100 now offers improved flexibility with a selectable AF-area mode in Bird-watching mode, allowing for more precise framing. What’s more, users can assign functions to the Fn1/Fn2 buttons on the optional ML-L7 Remote Control, improving control during remote shooting.
Like the COOLPIX P1000, the new COOLPIX P1100 combines Nikon’s powerful EXPEED image processor and high-performance NIKKOR lens to deliver consistently clear image quality, at extreme zoom levels. Dual Detect Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) provides stabilisation equivalent to 4.0 stops, reducing camera shake and ensuring sharp, detailed results – even during hand-held shooting of distant subjects like birds or celestial bodies.
For video enthusiasts, the COOLPIX P1100 supports 4K UHD/30p recording, as well as superlapse and time-lapse movie options. With its versatile operability and compatibility with a wide range of accessories, this camera empowers users to push creative boundaries and experiment with diverse imaging possibilities.
Dirk Jasper, Product Manager at Nikon Europe, comments: “Building on the success of the COOLPIX P1000, the COOLPIX P1100 offers an expanded 125x optical zoom and improved image stabilisation, supporting photographers to capture distant moments with enhanced clarity. Whether you’re photographing wildlife, the moon, or faraway landscapes, we are proud to offer the COOLPIX P1100 for photographers looking for reliable performance, flexibility, and the creative freedom to explore new frontiers in photography.”
Summary of key features
125× optical zoom with advanced stabilisation. The COOLPIX P1100’s NIKKOR lens covers 24–3000mm (equivalent), with Super ED and ED elements ensuring sharp, high-quality images across the range. Dual Detect Optical VR compensates for 4.0 stops of camera shake, enabling clear handheld shots of distant subjects like birds and celestial bodies.
Enhanced shooting modes for creative precision. Dedicated Bird-watching and Moon modes are easily accessible via the mode dial, with customisable AF-area options in Bird-watching mode for sharper, more precise shots. A new Fireworks mode prevents blown-out highlights, enabling stunning long-exposure captures.
4K UHD video with super-telephoto power. Record stunning 4K UHD/30p movies with 3000mm-equivalent zoom and save frames as high-resolution still images for capturing moments beyond the reach of burst photography.
Lightweight design for effortless super-telephoto shooting. Weighing just 1,410g*, the COOLPIX P1100 is easier to handle than DSLR or mirrorless systems. A deep grip ensures stability, while a focus-mode selector and control ring provide quick access to key settings like white balance and manual focus.
Extensive accessory support for enhanced shooting. The COOLPIX P1100 features an accessory shoe and terminal compatible with Nikon’s wide accessory range, including Speedlights and a dot sight for easier telephoto composition. The optional ML-L7 Remote Control adds full button functionality via Bluetooth®︎, reducing camera shake and expanding remote shooting possibilities.
FUJIFILM Europe GmbH, Imaging Solutions Division, today announced the latest addition to its popular instax™ line of instant cameras and smartphone printers with the introduction of the instax WIDE Evo™ Hybrid Instant Camera (WIDE Evo), whose unique hybrid format combines the excitement and satisfaction of traditional instant camera functionality with the benefits of digital imaging technology to edit, save and share photo images. WIDE Evo takes these capabilities a step further, with the ability to create wide format images that print onto instax™ WIDE instant film (sold separately), along with a host of other advanced capabilities designed to enhance the photographic image taking experience.
“Like the groundbreaking instax mini Evo™ instant camera that came before it, WIDE Evo offers a creative way to chronicle life’s milestones, creating a bridge between digital and analog photography,” said Shin Udono, Senior Vice President, Imaging Solutions, FUJIFILM
The Instant Evo-lution Continues:
“Hybrid photography gives the photographer the flexibility to choose which images to instantly print, which images to share, and which images to store for later access. WIDE Evo does all of that, in a new wide format body, and with a host of new and improved lens and film effects and modes to enhance the user experience even more. Furthermore, it uses instax™ WIDE film our largest instax™ film format, that gives photographers greater flexibility with even more room to get creative with.”
WIDE Evo outputs high-quality prints directly from the camera. Images can also be printed from a user’s iOS or Android smartphone camera roll using the free instax WIDE Evo™ App. The app also features remote shooting capabilities and additional image enhancement options. Additionally, to inspire creativity and encourage image sharing, the instax WIDE
Evo™ App offers the newly introduced “Discover Feed”, which allows users to explore printed instax™ photos uploaded to the Discover Feed by other WIDE Evo users in a photo gallery format and view their lens, film, and degree effects and film style settings applied. Additionally, using Bluetooth, users can favorite the effects displayed and replicate the combinations on their camera via the App.
Features include
Integrated Wide Angle Option WIDE Evo features the widest lens on any instax™ instant camera, at 16mm. Users can
choose to take images at the standard width, or opt for Wide-angle Mode, which maximizes the camera’s lens capabilities to get all of the action into the photo.
10 Lens Effects x 10 Film Effect Options
100 Combinations Of Creative Expression, Now With Added Degree Control
Like the instax mini Evo™ instant camera, WIDE Evo features 10 lens effects and 10 film effect options, offering 100 different combinations for users to express themselves. WIDE
Evo adds Degree Control, which allows the user to determine the degree to which each lens effect is applied to their image.
6 Film Styles to Enhance The Look Of The Image
In addition to the lens and film effects, WIDE Evo offers 6 film styles to customize images even further, with options including normal, a cinematic look with black bars across the top and bottom of the image, a classic film strip look, a traditional date/time stamp format, a contact sheet look, or a vintage collodion process effect.
Selfies, Storage, and More
WIDE Evo also features a 3.5-inch LCD Monitor on the back of the camera to allow users to view added effects and edits and is supported by a built-in Lithium-ion battery which enables the camera to print up to 100 images per charge, depending on the specific use case. A Micro SD card slot (Micro SD Card sold separately) ensures there’s plenty of room to store additional images for later enjoyment (approximately 45 images can be stored in the camera’s internal memory), while the Selfie Mirror helps users nail selfies every time.
In addition to the new hybrid instant camera, new accessory and film options have also been
introduced:
New instax WIDE Evo™ Hybrid Instant Camera Case
Accompanying the introduction of the WIDE Evo is the instax WIDE Evo™ hybrid instant camera case (sold separately). Made from premium faux leather, the case features an adjustable shoulder strap for optimal carrying comfort and portability. For added convenience, the top portion can be removed, allowing users to keep the camera in its case during use.
New instax™ WIDE Brushed Metallics Instant Film
The instax™ WIDE Brushed Metallics instant film features a metallic, dark gradient border to instax™ WIDE instant film photos. Available in a 10 exposure pack, the film is compatible with all instax™ WIDE instant cameras, the instax Link WIDE™ Smartphone printer, and the instax WIDE Evo™ hybrid instant camera.
Pricing and Availability
The instax WIDE Evo™ Hybrid Instant Camera will be offered in a classic black and grey combination finish at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of €380.00 (inc, VAT).
The instax WIDE Evo™ Hybrid Instant Camera Case will be offered in black at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of €45.00 (inc, VAT). The instax™ WIDE Brushed Metallics Instant Film will be offered at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of €11.50 (inc,
VAT).
All are expected to be available for purchase from 4 th February 2025.
Viltrox introduces the AF 35mm F1.7 Air Series, an affordable and compact lens designed to help beginner photographers elevate their skills beyond the limitations of kit lenses. With its portable design, versatile 35mm focal length (52mm full-frame equivalent), and F1.7 large aperture, this lens is the perfect companion for photographers seeking their first upgrade.
Weighing only 170g (about 6oz) and measuring just 64mm by 54.7mm (2.5 inches), the AF 35mm F1.7 Air is small enough to fit in your palm or pocket. It’s lighter than most smartphones yet delivers professional-grade performance. Available in X, E, and Z mounts, it’s tailored for APS-C cameras, offering a natural perspective that’s perfect for portraits, landscapes, street photography, and everyday moments.
Get Great Shots in Seconds with Precision
This lens series does everything possible to help users of every experience level achieve excellent results. The built-in Stepping Motor (STM) provides fast, silent, and accurate autofocus, while intuitive eye and face detection support make photography effortless.
F1.7 Large Aperture for Dreamy Bokeh
A standout feature of the Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air is its impressively wide F1.7 aperture in a small package. It can be used for portraits, landscapes, street scenes, or still life shots. The lens has an equivalent full-frame focal length of approximately 52mm, enabling it to present a natural, realistic perspective. This makes the lens even more versatile, excelling even in low-light photography, portrait sessions, and the use of creative background blur. For example, photographers can easily achieve stunning artistic bokeh effects that effortlessly bring creative vision to life, highlighting subjects with remarkable clarity and depth.
Advanced Lightweight Optics
Get ready to carry less but capture more. Despite its compact size and surprisingly light weight, the lens boasts an advanced optical structure with 11 elements in 9 groups, including extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and aspheric elements to minimize distortion and chromatic aberration. A multi-layer coating reduces flare and ghosting, ensuring vivid, sharp, and natural colors in every shot. The nine-blade aperture produces smooth and artistic bokeh, making it an excellent choice for photographers experimenting with creative compositions.
Why Beginners Will Love It
The AF 35mm F1.7 Air Series is more than just an affordable upgrade; it’s the ultimate learning tool for photographers transitioning from kit lenses. Its lightweight build ensures portability, while its versatile focal length and advanced features provide endless opportunities for creativity. Whether capturing close-ups, landscapes, or portraits, this lens empowers beginners to take their photography to the next level.
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MSRP: US$179, or 199 EUR
(15% Off from Dec 18th-30th during Christmas Boxing Day)
Nokia announced today that it is launching the world’s first 5G-enabled 360° camera for industrial usage. The camera is designed for harsh industrial conditions and comes with cyber-secure software and built-in security hardware. The camera is the result of long-term extensive Nokia multimedia research and contains many of Nokia’s ground-breaking innovations.
Waterproof (IP67) and shock-resistant, the camera provides 8K streaming with low-latency high-resolution 360° video coupled with spatial audio over 5G, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet, enabling versatile usage scenarios and minimizing the need for extensive use of traditional cameras at industrial sites and entertainment events. The Nokia 360 Camera (WiFi variant) provides a cost efficient solution with full benefits of 8K 360° multimedia streaming, and the Nokia 5G 360 Camera – Extreme Temperature variant enables product deployment in extreme temperatures.
The ability to transmit video and audio over private and public wireless networks enables real-time remote-control usage, enabling customers to reduce the risk of accidents and increasing reliability and operational efficiency. Coupled with the leading Nokia Real-time eXtended Reality Multimedia (RXRM) software solution, the camera completes a full end-to-end solution for customers seeking real-time remote use cases such as situational awareness, remote monitoring, remote inspection or teleoperation of industrial equipment.
Nokia RXRM provides extensive APIs for customer AI platforms to benefit from 360° video and 3D OZO Audio. Customers can implement analytics, overlays, extended reality and novel innovations on top of immersive live video. RXRM’s ground-breaking 360° video and spatial audio increases the accuracy of what users see through near-instant, ultra-HD content streaming. It provides truly immersive experiences that will redefine the ways in which people work together in industrial context.
RXRM customers in different fields are already using the technology for a variety of use cases, delivering on the vast potential for this immersive technology to make industrial processes safer, faster and more cost efficient.
Finnish company Callio Pyhäjärvi is an early RXRM customer, and they have repurposed Europe’s deepest mine (Pyhäsalmi mine: 1,445 meters) into a multidisciplinary operating environment for R&D, remote operations, training and for spearheading the latest technologies for the mining industry globally.
Sami Ranta, General Manager, RXRM, Nokia, said: “Nokia RXRM allows industrial customers to enhance their business processes, saving costs from product support to field operations. Adding a 5G-enabled industrial camera product to RXRM now offers a complete solution for real-time remote use cases such as situational awareness, remote monitoring, teleoperation and stadium scale sports and entertainment events.”
Sakari Nokela, Chief Development Officer, Callio Pyhäjärvi, said: “The Nokia 5G 360 Camera is a true innovation for demanding industrial use cases. Previously, existing cameras have been unable to meet the challenges posed by the harsh conditions of mining operations in Callio Business Park. With the trusted Nokia product reliability and security, this camera effectively addresses a critical gap in the market.”
ZHIYUN, the trailblazer in image stabilization equipment, has launched the CRANE 4E Stabilizer. The CRANE 4E redefines camera videography with its enhanced stabilization and powerful performance, providing a video production solution for filmmakers, videographers, and content creators seeking a lightweight, versatile, and user-friendly stabilizer.
ZHIYUN CRANE 4E
The CRANE 4E delivers professional performance on par with the CRANE 4, all while being lighter. Offering remarkable value, the CRANE 4E allows creators to effortlessly unlock their video production potential.
Master of Lightweight Stability
Users can discover effortless filmmaking with the ergonomically designed stabilizer. The CRANE 4E has improved weight distribution, reducing wrist strain by 25%, lightening the load by 20% in Sling mode, and making dual hand use 15% easier. Elevate the filming experience with unparalleled ease and precision.
Sling Grip and Adjustable Wrist Rest
The Sling Mode allows for adjustment of the grip’s length and direction, facilitating changes in shooting angles and offering a dual-handle mode for varied filming experiences. Additionally, the wrist rest design helps reduce wrist fatigue and supports angle adjustment.
Capable of Carrying Mainstream Camera
Engineered with extended, robust axis arms and high-torque motors, the CRANE 4E can support mainstream full-frame and cinema cameras like the Canon C70 with the RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM lens and the BMPCC 6K PRO with the EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM lens with ease, facilitating stable shooting in various scenario.
Native Vertical Mount
The CRANE 4E includes a built-in horizontal and vertical lock system, enabling easy side-mounting for vertical shooting. This design allows for smooth transitions and accurate capturing of moments.
Zoom/ Focus Motor
The CRANE 4E supports the installation of two servo zoom and focus motors simultaneously, providing precision in focusing and zooming. When used with the Trans Mount image transmission series accessories, it allows for adjustments in focus and zoom functions, contributing to an efficient creative process.
Recommended pricing (MSRP) CRANE 4E $499
Where to buy
Available online from the ZHIYUN store and ZHIYUN Amazon store.
