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Tamron’s New 35-100mm f/2.8 Leaked
credits: Tamron (leaked product photo)
A few days ago Tamron hinted that something new was coming, and now the cat is basically out of the bag. Images and detailed specifications of the upcoming Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 have surfaced online. The lens is expected to launch for both Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount. According to the leaked specs, the E-mount version measures 119.2mm in length and weighs 565 grams, while the Z-mount version comes in slightly larger at 121.5mm and 575 grams.
The lens reportedly offers a constant f/2.8 aperture across the 35-100mm range and uses a 67mm filter thread, in line with many of Tamron’s other recent zooms. It is said to feature Tamron’s VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) autofocus motor, which should mean fast and precise AF performance for both stills and video. The barrel is described as dust- and moisture-resistant, with a fluorine coating on the front element for easier cleaning.
Beyond that, the leaked press material points to an internal optical design optimised for both sharpness and smooth background rendering, with attention to minimising chromatic aberration and maintaining contrast across the zoom range. Support for Tamron Lens Utility software is also included, allowing you to customise functions and update firmware. Pricing will probably land around $900, with an official announcement expected around February 19, 2026.
The Latest Canon Rumours
credits: Canon
The release window for the Canon EOS R7 Mark II is getting much clearer, and at the same time, the first early signs of an EOS R10 Mark II are starting to appear. Over the past few weeks, several sources have pointed to a first-half 2026 launch for the R7 Mark II, and that timeframe is now narrowing down even further. May or June 2026 is currently looking the most likely scenario, which also fits with recent FCC filings Canon submitted in the United States, often a very strong sign that an announcement is not too far away.
As for the camera itself, the R7 Mark II is rumoured to adopt a body design closer to the EOS R6 series. There is also talk of it using the LP-E6P battery and featuring dual card slots, one CFexpress Type B and one SD slot, which would make it a more serious tool for wildlife and sports photographers. In terms of sensor resolution, 40 megapixels is widely rumoured.
Canon reportedly is not planning to launch the R10 successor alongside the R7 this time. The EOS R10 Mark II is said to be scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026. No solid technical details have leaked yet, but reusing the current 32.5-megapixel sensor from the original R7 would make sense, especially if the new R7 moves up in resolution.
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Weekly Photo Technique Exploration
Welcome to a new section of the magazine where every week we will explore a new photography technique from across various photography genres.
This week’s technique: Intentional Camera Movement
Robert Clark
Ebor
Cindy Osborne
Colin
What is Intentional Camera Movement?
Most of the time, photography is about keeping the camera as still as possible. But Intentional Camera Movement (ICM) is the complete opposite. You move your camera on purpose while taking the shot to create something much more abstract and artistic (If the end result almost looks like a painting, you did it perfectly)
How to Do ICM
1. Use a Slow Shutter Speed
The whole effect comes from motion blur, so you need a slow shutter speed. Somewhere between 1/10s to a few seconds, depending on how much blur you want (point is, try out a few variations).
If you are shooting in bright daylight:
Lower your ISO (100 or 200)
Use a smaller aperture (higher f-stop, like f/11 or f/16)
Maybe add an ND filter to cut down on light so you can shoot long exposures
2. Move the Camera While Shooting
This is the fun part (ICM fans call it the ‘painting’ part) → moving the camera as you take the shot. Different movements give you different effects, down below you will find a few classic variations, however literally any movement you can think of can work, so as with the shutter speed → try everything!
Vertical Swipes → These are perfect for trees, buildings, or literally anything with strong vertical lines. Just move the camera up or down smoothly.
Horizontal Pans → Good for landscapes, cityscapes. Move the camera side to side.
Circular Movements → Try rotating your camera while shooting and you will get a wild, swirling look.
Random Shakes/Movements → Small, jittery movements create an unpredictable effect. As mentioned, try everything, be creative with the movements, anything can work (+ beauty is in the eye of the beholder).
3. Play Around Even More
Again, there is no wrong way to do it. Try moving your camera fast for streaky lines, or slow and smooth for a more ‘painting’ like look. Hold still for half the exposure, then move during the second half, this sort of creates a blend of structure and abstraction, etc.
4. Mix ICM with a Steady Subject
If you want a cool looking contrast, try keeping one part of the photo sharp while the rest is blurred (the zoom blur technique, which I covered a couple weeks ago, is pretty similar to that). This works great especially for street photography, where the background is moving, but a person or object stays still.
Editing ICM
ICM photos rely on tone and movement, not detail. Keep that in mind when editing.
Add contrast carefully
Deepen blacks slightly
Avoid sharpening
Consider converting to black & white
As I mentioned all the way in the beginning, if your end result looks like an abstract painting that could hang somewhere in a gallery, that for most people is the perfect result.
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