You can preorder the new 7artisans 24mm f/1.8 L at Amazon and 7artisans store.

LaCie has just announced its latest portable storage solution: the Rugged SSD4 External SSD which is now available in 1-2-4 TB configurations at BHphoto and Amazon.

Here is what’s new:

The new LaCie Rugged SSD4 USB4 External SSD is powered by Thunderbolt 5 technology, delivering blazing-fast transfer speeds of up to 40 GB/s. This makes it ideal for moving and editing large media files on the go. It also maintains backward compatibility with Thunderbolt 3 and 4, as well as multiple USB-C interfaces, ensuring seamless workflow integration across devices.

As part of LaCie’s iconic Rugged lineup, the SSD4 features the brand’s signature orange-and-silver protective shell. It’s built to survive minor drops and falls and carries an IP54 rating, providing protection against dust and splashes—making it a perfect travel companion for creators on the move.

The Rugged SSD4 works across a wide range of platforms, including macOS, iPadOS, iOS, Windows, ChromeOS, Android, and even select gaming consoles. Storage options include 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities, all backed by LaCie’s Rescue Data Recovery Services for added peace of mind.

With its combination of extreme speed, rugged durability, and cross-platform compatibility, the LaCie Rugged SSD4 is set to become an essential tool for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

This runs today only at BHphoto (Click here). They are fast reliable SD cards for an extremely low price!

L-mount deals:

• Save big on Lumix cameras/lenses at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• Save big on Sigma lenses at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• Save big on Samyang lenses at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• Save big on Laowa lenses at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• Save big on Mitakon lenses at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.

Storage and card deals:

• Save big on Sandisk cards+storage at BHphoto,  Amazon, Adorama.
• Save big on Lexar cards+storage at BHphoto,  Amazon, Adorama.
• Save big on OWC cards+storage at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• Save big on Nextorage cards+storage at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• Save big on PNY cards+storage at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• Save big on Seagate storage at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.

Venus Optics just announced this new Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra-Macro APO FL Lens . You can preorder it now for $499 at BHphoto, VenusStore.

Viltrox has clarified what L-mount lenses are coming first.

Viltrox’s roadmap begins with two exciting L-Mount releases:
AF 16mm F1.8 L – An ultra-wide prime built for expansive perspectives and low-light creativity.
AF 28mm F4.5 L – A compact wide-angle lens offering lightweight portability without sacrificing optical quality.
And this is only the beginning—more full-frame L-Mount lenses are already in development, bringing Viltrox’s acclaimed optical engineering into a new era of compatibility and performance.

The 28mm f/4.5 (here at BH) is the ideal pancake for the Sigma BF and Lumix S9!

Marco Bakker posted this image of the Samyang booth at the IBC show in Amsterdam. And from left to right you see these lenses:

• 14-24mm f/2.8 L-mount lens (E-mount lens version is already listed here).
• 24-60mm f/2.8 L-mount lens (E-mount lens announced to come in autumn)
• A newly announced 60-180mm f/2.8 FE lens (likely to be available later for L-mount too)
• And an impressive 28-135mm f/2.8 FE lens (likely to be available later for L-mount too)

There’s no word yet on pricing or release dates, but 2026 is shaping up to bring a flood of fast f/2.8 zooms — and that’s seriously exciting!