At the CP+ show Canon is displaying a waist-level viewfinder camera!

At CP+ 2026, Canon is exhibiting a concept model of an integrated lens camera based on the concept of analog operation and a unique shooting experience. Born from the idea of ​​”looking directly into the light and shooting” and “recording the sense of realism as it is,” the camera employs a waist-level viewfinder with two mirrors.

Instead of photographing the subject directly with the sensor, the sensor photographs the image projected onto a screen, aiming to achieve a film-like texture with the blur and bokeh that appears through the screen.

The current silhouette has a unique vertical shape because the light is bent in a U-shape and projected onto the screen. This shape was arrived at as a result of pursuing the shooting experience, rather than aiming for a classic camera design.

To take a photo, you manually focus the image, tilt the lever to switch the mirror, and then press the shutter. At the venue, it was possible to hold the actual camera in your hands and try it out, which attracted many visitors.

Two design proposals under consideration were exhibited at the venue: one with a classic impression that prioritizes ring operability, and one with a stylish design that makes use of a vertical silhouette, and visitors’ opinions were collected through a questionnaire.

The release date has not yet been decided. While other companies are pursuing a retro approach, Canon is currently in the process of carefully determining “what proposal will please customers the most.” Depending on the reaction of visitors, the move toward commercialization may be accelerated.

via DC.watch

 

 

Megadap announced the first M to RF autofocus adapter

This new Megadap adapter transfroms M-mount manual-focus glass into a modern RF autofocus lens:

Key Features:

  • True Autofocus on ANY Leica M lens – advanced motor-driven helicoid delivers fast, precise focusing
  • Full Canon Dual Pixel AF power – Eye Detection, Subject Tracking, Face Priority & AF-C all work natively
  • Quick MF/AF Switch. Macro / Infinity focus mode
  • Built for heavier lenses – rock-solid stability, no wobble even with big classics
  • Adapter stacking friendly – add EF, F, or other mounts and still get full AF
  • Electronic contacts – EXIF data + Aperture selector
  • Sleek & compact design – perfect balance on your RF body, tripod-ready

Brightin Star announced the new 50mm F2 TRI-SIGHT RF-mount Lens

Brightin Star made this development announcement:

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The 50mm F2 TRI-SIGHT Lens stands out with its switchable triple rendering modes, allowing photographers to adapt their visual style instantly. With a simple switching mechanism, users can seamlessly transition between these three distinct optical styles within a single lens, offering exceptional creative flexibility without changing equipment.

50mm F2 TRI-SIGHT Lens Key Features:

  • Classic 50mm focal length with three switchable focus styles: SMOOTH (soft-focus effect), PRIME (standard rendering), and FOAMS (bubble bokeh effect).
  • Drop-in filter system for creating distinctive and creative light spots.
  • Stepless aperture design with a retractable lens hood and detachable focus lever for smoother, more convenient operation.
  • Full-frame compatible for E / Z / RF / L mounts.
  • Focal length: 50mm
  • Maximum aperture: F2.0
  • Format: Full-frame
  • Minimum aperture: F22
  • Lens construction: 6 groups / 7 elements
  • Angle of view: 47°
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.7m
  • Aperture blades: 11
  • Focus type: Manual focus (MF)
  • Max diameter: approx. 68mm
  • Overall length: approx. 74mm
  • Weight: approx. 459g

Cosina shows the new 35mm f/1.4 RF-mount lens

At the CP+ show Cosina will also display this new 35mm f/1.4 Full frame lens:

NOKTON classic 35mm F1.4 RF-mount

This large-aperture, compact wide-angle lens has been added to the Canon RF mount lineup, reviving the character of classic lenses through the refinement of modern optical technology. Unlike contemporary performance-driven lens designs, it intentionally retains aberrations to embody the lens’s character and the beauty of its expression.

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