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Thypoch Released Updated Simera Lenses

Thypoch has officially responded to the controversy surrounding its Simera lenses by launching updated “Type ii” versions of the 28mm and 35mm f/1.4. If you missed the drama, it all started with the original Simera lenses’ auto-locking mechanism that kicked in when the lens hit infinity focus — a feature meant for stability, but one that many photographers found downright annoying. Instead of being able to smoothly adjust focus at any distance, users would hit that hard stop and get stuck unless they actively disengaged it.

The new Type ii versions ditch that auto-lock system entirely and replace it with a crescent-shaped focus tab, which looks a lot like something you’d find on a classic Leica. That change might sound small, but it’s a pretty major usability improvement. The tab makes one-finger focusing smooth and natural.

Both the Type i (Infinity-Lock) and Type ii (Focus Tab) versions will be sold side-by-side. If you already own a Type i and were hoping to convert it, bad news: Thypoch says it’s not possible without taking apart and recalibrating critical components, which they don’t recommend. So if you want the new feel and better ergonomics, you’ll need to pick up a Type ii fresh. The Simera 28mm f/1.4 Type ii goes for $770, and the 35mm version is $750 — same glass, less frustration.

You can see full details on Thypoch’s website here

New Photoshop and Lightroom Updates

Adobe just dropped some pretty cool updates for Photoshop and Lightroom, all focused on making editing faster and way less of a headache. In Photoshop, there’s a new Select Details tool that can automatically pick out tricky stuff like hair and clothing in just a couple clicks, so no more endless masking. Colour editing got a glow-up too: you can now adjust main colours directly on the image, and the Hue/Saturation panel has bigger, easier sliders.

They also reworked the Actions panel so it suggests smart edits based on your image. It’s like having a little AI assistant helping you edit faster, and it will only get smarter over time.

Over in Lightroom, the new Landscape Masking can detect and isolate things like sky, water, or trees automatically, so you can make local edits without doing all the grunt work. And Quick Actions are now smarter, giving you one-tap edit suggestions based on your photo. Bottom line is: less manual work, more creative flow.

You can see full details on Adobe’s website here

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The 60 Seconds Review

Welcome to a new part of the Bite Size Magazine, the 60 seconds Review. Here I will review a piece of photography gear every week (so camera, lens, filter, tripod etc.) and write it together in a compact format which you will be able to read in 60 seconds or less.

This time in Review: The Fujifilm GFX100RF

The Fujifilm GFX100RF is a compact, fixed-lens medium format camera with a 102MP sensor and a 35mm f/4 lens (roughly 28mm full-frame equivalent). It blends the spirit of the X100 series with the image quality of the GFX line—giving you massive resolution in a surprisingly portable body.

Build and Handling
It looks and feels like an oversized X100, with classic Fujifilm dials, a solid aluminum build, and full weather sealing when paired with a filter. The controls are familiar: ISO and shutter speed dials, an aperture ring, and a rear aspect ratio switch for quick 65:24 or 1:1 crops. The EVF is bright and crisp, and the camera feels well-balanced in hand—even with the larger sensor.

Lens and Performance
The 35mm f/4 lens is sharp, clean, and distortion-free. No, it won’t give you super shallow depth of field, but medium format still creates a soft, natural separation. Autofocus is solid for stills, especially portraits, though not ideal for fast action. No IBIS means careful technique is needed in low light, but it’s manageable.

Image Quality
The 102MP sensor delivers incredible detail, wide dynamic range, and that signature Fujifilm color. It handles flare well and has very little chromatic aberration or distortion. Cropping is easy with this much resolution—you can shoot wide and still get tight portraits or 50mm-like crops without losing much quality.

Who Is It For?
If you’ve always wanted medium format but found it too bulky or expensive, this is the gateway. It’s perfect for street, travel, environmental portraiture, or documentary work—anywhere you want big sensor quality without the bulk of a full GFX setup. It’s not designed for high-speed action or low-light video, and the lack of interchangeable lenses may be a limitation for some. But for thoughtful, intentional photography, especially where detail and dynamic range matter—it delivers on its promise.

Final Take
The GFX100RF makes medium format feel less like a studio tool and more like a daily shooter. It’s not flashy, but it’s smartly designed, quietly powerful, and surprisingly practical.

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