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Songdian Joins Micro Four Thirds System
credits: OM Digital
The Micro Four Thirds system is getting a new supporter, something we do not see all that often. While the L-Mount Alliance has regularly made headlines by adding new partners, OM Digital Solutions has now confirmed that Shenzhen Sonida Digital Technology Co., Ltd. will officially support the Micro Four Thirds standard going forward. The Chinese company sells products under its own Songdian name and also works behind the scenes as an ODM manufacturer for other brands, mostly focusing on entry-level gear.
According to OM Digital’s announcement, Sonida plans to release Micro Four Thirds–compliant products, although no concrete specifications or timelines have been shared yet. At the same time, Songdian shared a teaser on social media, hinting that a Songdian-branded Micro Four Thirds camera could already be in development. The post includes the hashtag #m43kamera and suggests the company is still refining the product, even inviting people to share ideas that could influence the final design.
What this likely means in practice is an expansion of the system at the lower end of the market rather than the arrival of a new high-performance body. Songdian’s existing lineup focuses on affordable, beginner-oriented cameras, so expectations should probably be set accordingly. Still, a new manufacturer entering the ecosystem could help broaden accessibility to Micro Four Thirds and of course bring a bit of fresh momentum.
The Latest Tamron Rumours
credits: Tamron
Tamron is apparently getting ready to introduce a new telephoto zoom for Nikon Z mount, with several reports suggesting an announcement could happen as soon as next week. Nothing has been officially confirmed yet, but the lens is rumoured to weigh around 560 grams, which would make it noticeably lighter than many constant-aperture zooms in this class.
What is a bit unusual is the reported focal length of 35–100mm. Most standard zooms stay within the familiar 24–70mm or 28–75mm range, but Tamron seems to be trading some wide-angle coverage for extra reach. Combined with the existing 16–30mm f/2.8 VXD G2, the two lenses would cover roughly 16mm to 100mm at a constant f/2.8 aperture, aside from a small gap between 30mm and 35mm.
If released, this would become Tamron’s tenth lens for Nikon Z mount, matching the company’s stated plan to roll out ten new lenses during its 2026 fiscal year. A Sony E-mount version is very likely, given Tamron’s long-standing relationship with Sony, while a Canon RF version remains less certain. There is still no word on pricing or availability, but if the rumours are accurate, the lens could be officially unveiled around February 19.
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