Photographer Dustin Abbott shares a thorough, real world review of the Simera 28mm F1.4 lens from new lens maker Thypoch. [Read more...]
Boutique Third Party Brands
There are a number of small lens makers who have been developing lenses particularly for modern mirrorless cameras. Most of these (but not all) are budget, manual focus alternatives.
January 22, 2024
Thypoch Simera 28mm F1.4 Review
January 22, 2024
Thypoch Simera 28mm F1.4 M Gallery
Photographer Dustin Abbott shares a gallery of images from the Thypoch Simera 28mm F1.4 M-mount lens [Read more...]
December 18, 2023
Brightin Star 28mm F2.8 Micro-Pancake Review
Photographer Dustin Abbott shares a thorough, real world review of the Brightin Star 28mm F2.8 M-mount rangefinder lens [Read more...]
December 18, 2023
Brightin Star X-Slim 28mm F2.8 Gallery
Photographer Dustin Abbott shares a gallery of images from the ultra-slim Brightin Star 28mm F2.8 XSLIM M-mount lens. [Read more...]
September 18, 2023
Feiyu Pocket 3 Action Camera Review
I was excited about the proof of concept of the Pocket 3 action camera from gimbal experts Feiyu for its ability to quickly mount anywhere magnetically, be remotely controlled, and having up to 4K60 video capture. I instantly saw a great opportunity for adding all kinds of unique B-roll footage to my various reviews [Read more...]
September 8, 2023
Pergear 14mm F2.8 II Review
Pergear released a 14mm F2.8 wide angle prime for full frame cameras a few years ago, and while it was nicely sharp, there were some areas that could be improved. But Pergear is back with a second attempt that has improved on a number of those shortcomings. The new Pergear 14mm F2.8 II features: More […] [Read more...]
September 8, 2023
Pergear 14mm F2.8 II Image Gallery
Pergear released a 14mm F2.8 wide angle prime for full frame cameras a few years ago, and while it was nicely sharp, there were some areas that could be improved. But Pergear is back with a second attempt that has improved on a number of those shortcomings. The new Pergear 14mm F2.8 II features: More […] [Read more...]
October 10, 2022
Brightin Star 16mm F2.8 Review (M-Mount via Techart)
Brightin Star is one of many startup lens companies that is trying to make a name for themselves. I’ve reviewed a couple of their lenses previously, starting with a budget wide angle 12mm F2 for APS-C (my review here) and then a full frame 50mm F0.95 (my review here). Two different extremes, obviously. Wh [Read more...]
