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What Canon's Latest Patent Reveals About the Future of Professional Zoom Lenses

What Canon’s Latest Patent Reveals About the Future of Professional Zoom Lenses I’ve been following lens patents for years, and I have to say—Canon just filed something genuinely intriguing. A recent patent application from Canon’s Japanese division describes several optical designs that could reshape how we think about professional zoom lenses. Let me break down what this means for photographers like us. The Game-Changing Design The most striking design in this filing is a 70-200mm zoom that maintains an f/2 aperture throughout its entire range.

October 18, 2026

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Why the Nikon Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ Lens Deserves Your Attention

Why the Nikon Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ Lens Deserves Your Attention When you’re building a camera system, one of the biggest decisions is figuring out which lenses will actually get used versus which will sit on a shelf. As someone who works regularly with video and still photography, I’m always evaluating gear through the lens of practicality. Recently, I spent considerable time testing the Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ lens, and I want to share what I discovered about this intriguing option.

August 10, 2026

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What Fujifilm's New Cinema Zoom Lens Means for Large Format Creators

What Fujifilm’s New Cinema Zoom Lens Means for Large Format Creators I’ve been paying close attention to how cinema and still photography gear continues to blur together, and Fujifilm’s latest announcement is a perfect example of this trend. The company has released the Fujinon GF19-35mm T3.5 PZ OIS WR lens—and it’s worth understanding why this matters, whether you’re shooting video or stills. Understanding the Key Specifications Let me break down what makes this lens noteworthy:

July 9, 2026

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Why a Compact Travel Camera System Should Be Your Next Investment

Why a Compact Travel Camera System Should Be Your Next Investment I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what makes a truly great travel camera setup, and I want to share some insights that might help you make your next gear decision. Whether you’re planning a hiking trip, a family vacation, or just want something that fits in your everyday bag, there are some key features worth understanding. The Case for Compact Systems When it comes to travel photography, I always tell people that the best camera is the one you’ll actually bring with you.

June 23, 2026

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What Photographers Really Want: Insights from Fujifilm's Latest Lens Voting

What Photographers Really Want: Insights from Fujifilm’s Latest Lens Voting Recently, Fujifilm invited photographers to participate in something I find genuinely exciting: a community vote on proposed lens concepts. The company showcased 14 different lens ideas during their “Focus on Glass” event and asked photographers to choose their three favorites. Now that the results are in, I want to walk you through what this voting tells us about how modern photographers think about their gear.

March 24, 2026