This week in photo gear: The launches you may have missed
A rangefinder-style Micro Four Thirds body, Apple’s first phone camera with a moving aperture, and numerous new lenses were released during the week. The roundup is therefore less about one dominant system than about the breadth of current gear development: interchangeable-lens cameras, computationally driven phone hardware, and optics aimed at different shooting needs. The source notes do not specify model names, focal lengths, prices, or release dates, so the practical value is in knowing which areas changed rather than comparing performance. Photographers considering an upgrade should first identify whether they need a compact interchangeable-lens body, more optical control from a phone, or a new lens for an existing kit; those priorities will determine which announcement deserves closer attention.
SIRUI Announces Saturn V2 Full-Frame Anamorphic Series with 90-Degree Rotation
SIRUI has announced the Saturn V2 full-frame anamorphic series, adding a 90-degree rotating optical mechanism that lets filmmakers move between horizontal and vertical shooting without changing lenses or rebuilding a rig. The three-lens range—35mm, 50mm, and 75mm—offers a T2.9 aperture, 1.6x anamorphic squeeze, classic flares, and oval bokeh. Sony E, Canon RF, and L mount options are available, while every lens uses a 62mm front filter thread and standardized follow-focus gear positions. The all-metal lenses are designed to remain practical for tripod, handheld, and gimbal work. SIRUI will show the system at IBC 2026 in Amsterdam from September 11–14. For hybrid productions, the shared accessories and rotating format can reduce setup changes when one shoot must serve both cinema and vertical delivery.
The best Olympus cameras and OM System cameras in 2026 – retro style, compact size, and creative control
The Olympus and OM System buying guide organizes camera choices around shooting style, including travel, wildlife, video, and general photography. It covers new and second-hand options, with an emphasis on compact size, retro styling, creative control, and image quality at a fair price. The guide also points readers toward broader decisions such as compact cameras, retro alternatives, and the differences between APS-C and full-frame sensors. Because the supplied notes do not name individual models or provide test results, they support a selection framework rather than a ranked specification comparison. Photographers should begin with the subjects they actually shoot, then weigh portability, video needs, sensor format, and whether buying used offers the right balance of capability and cost.