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- LumaFusion for Android 2.5 Brings Head and Tail Transitions, Multi-Clip Editing, and APV Codec Support
CineD (Wednesday, 21 January) - LumaTouch has released LumaFusion for Android version 2.5, delivering a substantial workflow update that includes automatic head and tail transitions, multi-clip transition application, bidirectional media location tools, and support for Samsung’s Advanced Professional Video codec. The Android version of LumaFusion continues its march toward feature parity with its iOS counterpart,... - Nikon Sues Viltrox for Patent Infringement
Canonrumors (Wednesday, 21 January) - In a rather unexpected twist of events that’s causing a buzz in this community, Nikon has filed a suit against Chinese lens manufacturer Viltrox with the Shanghai Intellectual Property Court. The case, numbered (2025) Hu73 Zhi Min Chu No. 182, involves a royalty dispute over a patent in a period... - Canon’s Image Stablization Innovation Canonrumors (Wednesday, 21 January) - This article looks through Canon's history and innovation in the realm of image stabilization. So sit down, grab a coffee, because this is a long article. Canon’s image stabilization (IS) systems have transformed photography and videography, delivering sharp images and smooth footage despite camera shake or motion. From optical to...
- iodyne Expands Pro Data Line with New 96TB and 192TB Portable RAID Configurations CineD (Wednesday, 21 January) - iodyne has expanded its Pro Data lineup with new 96TB and 192TB configurations, delivering 80TB and 160TB of usable capacity, respectively, when configured in RAID-6. The new high-capacity models maintain the same portable enclosure and sustained Thunderbolt performance that have made Pro Data a reliable choice for field production, post-production,...
- Sony and TCL Form Joint Venture for BRAVIA TV Business, TCL Takes 51% Majority Stake CineD (Wednesday, 21 January) - Sony and TCL have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a joint venture that will assume Sony’s home entertainment business, with TCL holding 51% and Sony retaining 49%. The new company will continue using the Sony and BRAVIA brand names while leveraging TCL’s manufacturing scale and display technology. The...
- DxO adds support for the Nikon Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR and MC 35mm f/1.7 lenses
Nikonrumors (Wednesday, 21 January) - This month, DxO Labs released 326 new DxO modules, expanding coverage to more than 110,000 camera and lens combinations in total, including new added support for the Nikon Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR and Nikon Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 lenses. Get 10% off DxO products with code RUMORS. The new... - FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55 Receives IMAX Certification – Joins Elite “Filmed For IMAX” Program CineD (Tuesday, 20 January) - FUJIFILM’s new large format cinema camera, the GFX ETERNA 55, has officially joined the roster of IMAX-certified digital cameras, making it an approved motion imaging system for productions targeting IMAX’s premium theatrical format. The certification positions the GFX ETERNA 55 alongside established cinema cameras like the ARRI ALEXA LF, Sony...
- Tilta Boulder Camera Cart XL Introduced – Carries up to 500kg of Gear CineD (Tuesday, 20 January) - Tilta has just introduced a bigger, heavy-duty version of their Boulder Camera Cart. Compared to the standard model, the new Tilta Boulder Camera Cart XL offers a larger working surface, an increased maximum load capacity of 500kg, upgraded wheels, and more. While camera carts have been used to carry gear...
- Godox Litemons LR15Bi and LR30Bi Announced – Pocket-Sized Bi-Color Selfie Ring Lights CineD (Tuesday, 20 January) - Godox has unveiled the Litemons LR15Bi and LR30Bi, two ultra-compact bi-color LED ring lights designed specifically for smartphone content creators. Weighing just 33g and 83g respectively, both lights feature edge-lit optical technology, magnetic mounting, CRI and TLCI ratings of approximately 97 and 98, and a bi-color temperature range spanning 2800K...
- The latest Chinese lenses for Nikon Z-mount updates Nikonrumors (Tuesday, 20 January) - → Brightin Star lenses are now available for sale at B&H Photo (the Nikon Z-mount lenses can be found here). Until now, Brightin Star lenses were available only on Amazon, AliExpress, and the official online store. → The Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II lens for Nikon Z-mount is now also available at B&H Photo (additional information)....
- 2026 BCN awards announced Nikonrumors (Monday, 19 January) - BCN Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, announced the winners in the camera category for 2026. BCN collects POS sales data from most retail stores in Japan (January to December, 2025). Here is the latest ranking: Mirrorless cameras: Sony: 29.9% Canon: 27.4% Nikon: 15.1% DSLR cameras: Canon: 44.3% Nikon: 38% Ricoh/Pentax:...
- Weekly Nikon news flash #870 Nikonrumors (Monday, 19 January) - → Cosina to display new lens prototypes at the 2026 CP+ show in Japan. → Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro lens for Nikon Z-mount firmware update version 1.07 released with improved AF functionality. → New Cinelux Reduxa R2 focal reducer for RED DSMC2 cameras is coming soon to Kickstarter. → And the...
- Many Nikon rebates are ending tomorrow Nikonrumors (Sunday, 18 January) - The Nikon USA rebates are ending tomorrow, January 18, 2026: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo. Rebates by categories (see full list): Mirrorless Cameras Mirrorless Lenses DSLR Cameras DSLR Lenses Accessories Germany: Foto Erhard (ending January 26, 2026). Germany: Nikon voucher (Gutschein) offer (ending January 19, 2026). UK: WEX Photo (ending January 18, 2026)....
- Rumors from China: Nikon is suing Viltrox Nikonrumors (Saturday, 17 January) - Rumors circulating on Chinese social media platforms claim that Viltrox is being sued by Nikon over a dispute regarding Z-mount lens licensing. Here is the translation: 2026-01-07 New Court Hearing Announcement Case Number: (2025) Hu73 Zhi Min Chu No. 182 Case Type: Dispute over royalties for the provisional protection...
- The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens is now in stock Nikonrumors (Friday, 16 January) - The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens is now in stock at: US: B&H Photo | Paul’s Photo | Service Photo DE: Foto Erhardt CA: Camera Canada Additional coverage of the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 lens can be found here: Comparing the new Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-105mm f 4-7.1 lens with...
