Canon 24mm f/0.7 and Canon 12mm f/1.0 Patents Found


Patents were found for a Canon 24mm f/0.7 and a Canon 12mm f/1.0.

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  • [Publication number] P2025040484
  • [Release date] 2025-03-25
  • [Title of the Invention] Imaging optical system and imaging device having the same
  • [Application date] 2023-09-12
  • [Applicant]
    [Identification number] 000001007
    [Name or company name] Canon Inc.
  • [Background Art]
    [0002]
    In recent years, the demand for miniaturized imaging optical systems is increasing due to the spread of smartphone cameras and the shift from single-lens reflex cameras to mirrorless cameras in the high-end camera market. In addition, in the market for drones and car-mounted cameras, the demand for wide-angle imaging lenses to capture a wider field of view is increasing in addition to the miniaturization of cameras. Patent Document 1 discloses a compact imaging optical system using two reflective and transmissive surfaces.
  • [0004]
    However, the imaging optical system of Patent Document 1 is not sufficient in terms of widening the angle, and it cannot be said that good optical performance is necessarily ensured.
  • An object of the present
    invention is to provide a compact imaging optical system with a wide angle and a bright F-number.


Example 1

  • Focal length: 24.00
  • F-number: 0.70
  • Half angle of view: 42.04
  • Total length: 85.00
  • Back focus: 5.00


Example 2

  • Focal length: 12.06
  • F-number: 1.00
  • Half angle of view: 50.23
  • Total length: 76.50
  • Back Focus: 11.50


Example 3

  • Focal length: 11.00
  • F-number: 2.03
  • Half angle of view: 63.04
  • Total length: 100.00
  • Back Focus: 13.60


Example 4

  • Focal length: 6.21
  • F-number: 2.00
  • Half angle of view: 105.0
  • Total length: 58.60
  • Back Focus: 13.60

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Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical IV, NOKTON 40mm F1.2 Aspherical II, and NOKTON 50mm F1.2 Aspherical II Updates Coming!


The Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical IV, NOKTON 40mm F1.2 Aspherical II, and NOKTON 50mm F1.2 are generally M-mount lenses, but I love this line of lenses natively and adapted. I have always found the Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical to be magic, and I have owned every edition of it for M mount. You can find the press release below:

Thank you for your continued patronage of Cosina products.

Today, Cosina is releasing new Voigtlander brand VM mount products, the NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical IV, NOKTON 40mm F1.2 Aspherical II, and NOKTON 50mm F1.2 Aspherical II, as well as lens hoods LH14 and LH15.

Scheduled for release in May 2025: NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical IV / NOKTON 50mm F1.2 Aspherical II / LH-14 / LH-15

Scheduled for release in June 2025: NOKTON 40mm F1.2 Aspherical II

We will inform you again once the official release date has been decided.

Voigtlander NOKTON 35mm F1.2 Aspherical:
Amazon / B&H Photo
Voigtlander NOKTON 40mm F1.2 Aspherical:
Amazon / B&H Photo
Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm F1.2 Aspherical:
Amazon / B&H Photo

TTArtisan Lens Adapter for Leica M Mount Lens to Canon R:
Amazon / B&H Photo

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Canon Price Increases Are Coming Soon


Photorumors is reporting that Canon will announce price increases soon due to President Trump’s tariffs. It sounds like they are running out of stock in the United States, which will lead to some interesting pricing over the next year to come. As always, I find it offensive to scare people into buying, but it is impossible to predict what price increases could look like at this time. I have read that anywhere from 5-10% increases are coming, but no one really knows.

If you can’t buy now, do not stretch yourself because you might need the money later, but if you want to lock in a price point, this is your opertunity.
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama.

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New Brightin Star 12mm f/2.8


Brightin Star announced the new Brightin Star 12mm f/2.8

Details:

  • Lens design: 11 groups of 15 elements
  • 5 aperture blades
  • Rear 34mm filter
  • Angle of view: 122.5°
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.24m
  • Dimensions: 70 x 96.6mm
  • Weight: 550g
  • E/Z/RF/L mount

Brightin Star lenses can be found on Amazon



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Canon PowerShot V1 Now In Stock Everywhere


Canon PowerShot V1: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

The Canon PowerShot V1 is now in stock and shipping from all retailers, but Amazon only has 4 left. Shortages are expected, and we don’t know how the new tariffs will impact future shipments yet, so do not delay if you intend to pick one up and grab one while you can.

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Canon EF 50mm F1.4 USM Discontinued


The Canon EF 50mm F1.4 USM is being listed as discontinued abroad by multiple retailers, but you can still find them on B&H Photo / Amazon for now.

  • Kitamura Camera: Discontinued products
  • Map Camera: On sale now
  • Bic Camera: On sale now
  • Yodobashi Camera: Low in stock

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