Canon RF85mm F1.4L VCM Possibly Coming September 9th


Canon appears to be testing a Canon RF85mm F1.4L VCM, according to DC.Life and it might be announced on September 9th, since two lenses are expected to be announced that day. The announcement of Canon’s new Cinema EOS cameras the Canon Cinema EOS C50 is expected at the September event, and VCM lenses are optimized for video and photos, so it would make sense.

Canon RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 35mm f/1.4L VCM:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Brightin Star 50mm f/1.4 III Announced


The Brightin Star 50mm f/1.4 III was just announced, and it can be found on Amazon for EOS-M and RF-Mount.

  • F1.4 Large Aperture: The Brightin Star 50mm F1.4 lens can easily achieve the shallow depth of field effect and highlights the subject even in complex environments.
  • Suitable for Low-Light Photography: The F1.4 large aperture allows more light to enter and capture more details at night or in low-light conditions.
  • High Resolution Performance:Equipped with 1 ED lenses and 1 HD lenses, 5 groups of 6 optical structures, Optical Coating, it has excellent resolution, Effectively controls flare, ghosting, and purple fringing.
  • With Maximum Aperture: Adopts a high-precision aperture design, which can achieve continuous and smooth aperture adjustment. avoiding abrupt exposure changes.
  • 42cm Focusing Distance: While shooting portraits, you can also shoot still lifes such as food, and with the F1.4 large aperture, it enhances the beauty of the picture.




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Canon 20mm F2.8 Macro IS and 24mm F2.8 Macro Patents Found


A Patent has been found for a new Canon 50mm f/1.2 lens. You can check out the patent below:

overview

  • [Publication number] P2025124117
  • [Release date] 2025-08-26
  • [Title of invention] Optical system and imaging device
  • [Application date] 2024-02-14
  • [Applicant]
    [Identification number] 000001007
    [Name] Canon Inc.
  • To provide a compact, wide-angle optical system that has high image magnification and high optical performance and is also compatible with autofocus.
  • [Background Art]
    [0002]
    Wide-angle optical systems (macro lenses) used for close-up (macro) imaging include those disclosed in, for example, Patent Documents 1 and 2. Many conventional macro lenses have low image magnification, and the macro imaging techniques that can use them are limited. For this reason, there is a demand for macro lenses with high image magnification.
  • [0004]
    Furthermore, like normal lenses, macro lenses are also required to be compact, have a bright F-number, have various aberrations well corrected, and support autofocusing and optical image stabilization to suppress image blur caused by camera shake, etc. To satisfy these requirements, it is necessary to appropriately set the refractive power arrangement within the macro lens and the focal length of each lens, etc.
  • The present
    invention provides a compact, wide-angle optical system that has a high image magnification, high optical performance, and is also compatible with autofocus.
  • 9 shows the lateral aberration when the shift lens Bs is shifted to correct image blur of about 0.3° at an angle of a paraxial ray from the optical axis in the optical system of Numerical
    Example 1. The figure shows the change in aberration at the center position on the image plane and at positions (±) 10 mm above and below in the image height direction.


Example 1

  • Focal length: 21.00
  • F-number: 2.80
  • Half angle of view: 43.60
  • Image height: 20.00
  • Total length: 116.37
  • Back focal length: 17.4
  • Imaging magnification (closest): -1.0


Example 3

  • Focal length: 23.00
  • F-number: 2.80
  • Half angle of view: 38.35
  • Image height: 18.20
  • Total length: 89.33
  • Back focal length: 12.51
  • Imaging magnification (closest): -1.0

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New Entry Level Canon Cinema Camera Coming September 9th



Canon released a teaser video for a new entry-level Canon cinema camera coming September 9th. This camera is expected to be similar to the Sony FX3; this camera might be called the Canon EOS RC.

via Photorumors

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AstrHori 6mm F2.8 220° Ultra Wide Circular Fisheye Lens


AstrHori 6mm F2.8 RF: B&H Photo / Amazon

AstrHori announced its new AstrHori 6mm F2.8 220° Ultra Wide circular fisheye lens for Canon RF mount.

A manual focus, ultra-wide lens for photographers seeking a new perspective, the 6mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens from AstrHori creates a round image for full frame sensors and offers a staggering 220° circular viewing angle that transforms standard scenes into expansive, immersive images. The lens features ten optical elements in eight groups, and the fast f/2.8 maximum aperture ensures excellent low-light performance, making it a strong choice for night photography and astrophotography.

With a minimum focusing distance of 3.15″, the lens is capable of striking close-ups, dramatically magnifying objects close to the lens and creating a more pronounced fisheye effect. Its compact construction keeps the weight around 12 oz.

  • 0.08m Closest Focusing Distance:The 0.08 closest focusing distance combined with the circular viewing angle can create a crystal ball effect,which making small objects even more expressive and impactful.And make the works of short video creators and vlog bloggers more likely to stand out.
  • 220° Circular Diagonal Viewing Angle:The combination of 220° spherical field of view and circular frame can produce exaggerated barrel distortion to distort the building and create a surreal sci-fi movie feeling.Creativity is fully unleashed,and visual games are created at your will. City street scenes can be turned into a dome bubbles, and the Milky Way can be turned into a space-time vortex.
  • F2.8 Large Aperture Helps Portrait Creativity:Maximum aperture F2.8, which allows for greater light intake and greater creative space.With ultra-wide angle,cool and handsome portraits are easily created to magnify the uniqueness and personality charm of the characters,especially suitable for concerts.Starry sky and night shooting can also have a better experience.
  • AstrHori 6mm F2.8 Full Frame Ultra-wide Circular Fisheye Lens :Exqusite full metal body,elegant frosted material,durable,lightweight apperance and 330g weighs.With 10 elements in 8 groups optical structure, built-in 8 piece diaphragm blades,it allows you smooth de-click the aperture to get a perfect creativity photos.
  • Compatible Camera Models:This is a manual focus lens and you need to set “release without lens”before using it,otherwise the shutter cannot be pressed normally.If you don’t know how to set,please contact customer service.It compatible with Canon RF mount Full Frame Mirrorless Cameras.






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Godox AD400PRO II Announced


Godox AD400PRO II: B&H Photo / Amazon

Godox released a new flash, the Godox AD400PRO II.

Key Features
  • Compatible with Most TTL Systems
  • 400Ws, 1/512 to 1/1 Power Output
  • Up to 460 Full-Power Flashes
  • Freeze Mode: 1/3470 to 1/27,770 sec
  • 1/8000 sec High-Speed Sync
  • 0.01-1 sec Recycling Time
  • Group Color Capability
  • 30W Bi-Color LED Modeling Lamp
  • 2.4″ Color Screen for Onboard Control
  • Includes Battery & Charger

Godox AD400Pro II: What’s New and Why It Matters

Headline Upgrades vs. the Original AD400Pro

  • New Freeze Mode: ultra-short flash durations from t0.1 1/3,470–1/27,770 s for cleanly stopping motion and splash work.
  • Finer Power Control: expanded range down to 1/512 (10 stops, 0.1-step increments).
  • More Stamina: up to ~460 full-power pops per charge (larger quoted endurance than the original).
  • Bi-Color Modeling Lamp: 30 W LED, 2800–6000 K, 10–100% with Constant and PROP modes; high CRI/TLCI for hybrid shooters.
  • Smarter Wireless: built-in 2.4 GHz X system plus X3 “one-tap” sync support; USB-C port accepts the optional FR433 (433 MHz) receiver.
  • Faster, Clearer UI: bright color TFT display, rotary selector, and group color indicator lights for quick multi-light identification.
  • Same portability & mount flexibility: native Godox mount and included Bowens adapter; optional H400P remote head supported.

Core Features (Quick Hit)

  • Output: 400 Ws (GN 72, ISO100 with efficient reflector)
  • Sync: HSS up to 1/8000 s; first/second curtain; 3.5 mm sync; S1/S2 optical
  • Recycle: approx. 0.01–1.0 s
  • Color stability mode: ±75 K across the power range
  • Wireless: 2.4 GHz X system, ~100 m range, 32 channels, 16 groups, ID 01–99
  • Battery: 21.6 V, 2600 mAh; about 460 pops; optional AC400 adapter for mains power

Detailed Specs

Spec AD400Pro II
Power range 1/512–1/1 (10 stops, 0.1-step)
Flash durations (t0.1) Normal: 1/230–1/16120; Color: 1/230–1/11900; Freeze: 1/3470–1/27770
Recycle time ~0.01–1.0 s
Modeling light 30 W bi-color LED, 2800–6000 K, 10–100%, CRI≈97 / TLCI≈98; Constant & PROP modes
Guide number GN 72 (ISO100, with efficient reflector)
Wireless Godox 2.4 GHz X; works with X3, XPro II, X2T, X1; USB-C for optional FR433 (433 MHz)
Groups / channels / ID 16 groups (0–9, A–F) / 32 channels / ID 01–99
Battery endurance Approx. 460 full-power flashes
AC power Optional AC400 adapter; UC46 USB charger can fast-charge packs (~1.5 h)
Compatibility (TTL) Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus, Panasonic, Pentax, Leica
Mounts Native Godox mount + included Bowens adapter
Dimensions / weight ~211×129×90 mm; ~2 kg (with battery, no tube/reflector)

Price & Availability

MSRP: $649. Initial availability is via pre-order at major retailers.

Why Upgrade?

If you frequently shoot action, sports, liquid/splash, or need very fine power at low levels for close-up work, the Freeze durations, 1/512 output, and bi-color modeling lamp are the biggest practical gains. Multi-light users will also appreciate the faster setup with X3 one-tap sync and the group color indicators.

Tip: Already on Godox? Your existing system triggers and Bowens modifiers carry right over.

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