Global shipments of cameras by Japanese manufacturers increased by 23% in April. A surprising spike that accelerated after the good sales in Q1. Don’t really know what is driving this. There are reports about the Nikon Z5II selling hot in Japan but this can’t be the only reason. Let’s see if this trend continues in the coming months. But I would definitely say that all manufacturers can look forward to a brighter future.

You can preorder it now at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Fotoerhardt, WexUK. A press text and introduction can be read on Explora.

Fujirumors (Click here) leaked the full X-E5 images and specs. There will be also a new 23mm f/2.8 pancake lens. This camera has everything in it: 40MP sensor, IBIS, Film simulation dial, integrated EVF…it could become the most cost effective entry camera for photographers!

The Fisheye lens is now available for preorder at BHphoto (Click here) and Venus Optics (Click here). it comes for Sony E, Leica L, Nikon Z and Canon RF mount

The official product video:

Here is a review from Albert Dros:

A trusted source (Thanks a lot!!!) just shared the first image of the new Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70 f/2.8 ASPH lens. The lens will be announced on June 12. It weights 570 g and cost just under 2.000€.

Ricoh officially shared a video showing the Ricoh GRIV prototype camera. Here is the video:

本日より、GR SPACE TOKYOにて、RICOH GR IV（開発中）のショーケース展示を開始しています。

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FujiRumors has released key information about the new X-E5. It promises to be the best X-mount camera in terms of value for money. It has the best sensor, IBIS, simulation dial and integrated EVF for a price around $1,000!