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Fujifilm Teases New Camera

Fujifilm just dropped a teaser for its next X Summit, happening March 20 in Prague, Czechia. As always, there will be more Fujifilm events in the days following.

The teaser video is mostly just scenery and hype, but for a split second, it shows an unannounced camera. It looks pretty big, which has people thinking it could be a new GFX model rather than an X Series camera. The lens says “35mm f/4”, which doesn’t match anything in Fujifilm’s current lineup—so it might be something entirely new.

Other small details? The camera has at least two front dials, a hot shoe, and a grip that looks fairly deep. No real details yet, but we won’t have to wait long—March 20 is coming fast.

Thypoch Makes Changes

Thypoch, the newer Chinese lens maker, is getting rid of its auto-locking infinity switch after photographers kept complaining about it. Instead, some lenses will get a crescent-shaped focus tab for smoother handling.

The lock, which snapped into place at infinity, annoyed plenty of users many of which called it a “constant point of irritation.” Others liked it, saying it made mounting lenses easier.

Thypoch listened and future lenses won’t have it, starting with updated Simera 28mm and 35mm models coming in March or April. Some existing lenses, like the Eureka 50mm f/2, will keep the lock, but all new Eureka lenses will ditch it for good.

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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 Sony’s 16mm f/1.8 G

Sony’s 16mm f/1.8 G is a compact, affordable wide-angle lens that punches above its weight. It’s lightweight, weather-resistant, and packed with features: a smooth/clickable aperture ring, a custom button, and fast, silent autofocus. It even works great in freezing conditions.

Sharpness & Image Quality
At f/1.8, sharpness is decent but lacks contrast, and the corners are noticeably soft. Stopping down improves contrast and central sharpness, but the corners never fully recover—likely due to heavy distortion correction. On the plus side, chromatic aberration is minimal, and flare control is surprisingly good for a budget-friendly lens.

Bokeh & Close-Ups
You can get some background blur when shooting close, but the bokeh is a weak point—think onion rings and soap bubbles. It’s not the most pleasing look, but for most shots, it won’t be a deal-breaker.

Low Light & Astrophotography?
If you’re hoping to use this for astro, think again. The corners suffer from astigmatism, stretching stars into weird shapes. Night cityscapes? Sure. But for serious stargazing, you’ll want something better.

Great for Video
Vloggers and videographers will love this lens. It’s small, lightweight, and has minimal focus breathing. Pair it with a Sony ZV-E1 on a gimbal, and you’ve got a killer setup.

Should You Buy It?

Yes—if you’re a vlogger, traveler, or someone who needs a lightweight, affordable wide-angle. Just don’t expect flawless sharpness or dreamy bokeh. At $800, it’s a solid buy for creators who can work around its quirks.

Alternatives:

• Sony 20mm f/1.8 G – Less wide, but sharper and more versatile.

• Sony 14mm f/1.8 GM – Pricier but optically stunning.

• Sigma 14mm f/1.4 ART – Big, expensive, but lets in more light.

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