Author Archives: Louis Ferreira

New SmallRig Nano36 and SmallRig Nano72 Announced

Specification SmallRig Nano36 (6057) SmallRig Nano72 (6108) Cell Capacity 10,000 mAh 20,000 mAh Battery Capacity 36.5 Wh 73.0 Wh Max Input 30 W (USB-C) 100 W (USB-C) Max Output 45 W (USB-C) 100 W (USB-C) Ports USB-C (retractable cable) + USB-C port + USB-A port Weight ~292 g / 10.3 oz ~512 g / 18.1 […]

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Canon EOS R8 Mark II Announced

Canon EOS R8 Mark II: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama The Canon EOS R8 Mark II  has been officially announced, and it is available to preorder. Key Features 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor 4K60p 10-Bit Internal Video, Canon Log 3 40 fps Electronic Shutter, Pre-Capture 5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with […]

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Canon Patent JP 2026-130227: Exploring Optical Formulas for RF 20mm, 24mm, and 26mm F1.4 Lenses

A recent Canon patent application, JP 2026-130227, reveals some of the wide-angle optical designs currently being evaluated by Canon’s engineering team. The patent explores several full-frame optical formulas featuring a fast F1.4 aperture, specifically for 20mm, 24mm, and a rather unusual 26mm focal length. As with all optical patent applications, these documents represent ongoing research […]

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Sigma High Speed Zoom Line 18-35mm T2 and Sigma FF High Speed Prime Line 35mm T1.5 Firmware Updates Available

Firmware update for Canon EF Mount Sigma Cine LENS Thank you for using Sigma products. We are pleased to announce that the download of firmware for Sigma Cine LENS for Canon EF Mount is now available. The changes in this firmware are as follows: 【Applicable product and version】 Sigma High Speed Zoom Line 18-35mm T2 […]

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Canon Patent JP 2026-135909: Exploring RF 75mm F1.2, 85mm F1.4, and 100mm F1.8 Optical Designs

Canon Patent JP 2026-135909: Exploring RF 75mm F1.2, 85mm F1.4, and 100mm F1.8 Optical Designs A newly published Canon patent application reveals optical formulas for a trio of fast, short-telephoto prime lenses. The documentation outlines designs for a 75mm F1.2, 85mm F1.4, and 100mm F1.8. Patent Breakdown The application focuses on delivering optical systems that […]

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Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary Firmware Ver.1.0.1 Released

Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Firmware update for Canon RF Mount lenses Thank you for using Sigma products. We are pleased to announce that the download of firmware for Sigma’s Canon RF Mount is now available. The changes in this firmware are as follows: 【Applicable product and version】 Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 […]

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