third-party lenses
third-party lenses on Lee LHGFX Photography: a running collection of 2 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on third-party lenses in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. Lee LHGFX Photography is a dynamic portfolio and lifestyle hub built around the artistic work of @lee_lhgfx — a highly engaged Instagram creator and photographer known for… New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around third-party lenses, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything Lee LHGFX Photography is covering right now.
Dear Canon: Let Third-Party Lens Makers Build for RF Already
Canon’s RF mount holds immense potential, yet a critical misstep—the suppression of third-party lens development—is actively hindering its growth. As one of the few journalists to review the now-rare Samyang 85mm f1.4 AF for RF, I can attest to this firsthand. Canon’s actions risk stifling innovation and limiting consumer choice within their own ecosystem.
This New Voigtlander Telephoto Lens Focuses Closer Than Ever
Voigtlander, renowned for its exceptional third-party lenses, particularly for Leica users, continues to elevate photographic possibilities. Cosina-owned Voigtlander has just launched a new telephoto lens offering unprecedented close-focus capabilities—a significant advantage for portrait photographers seeking artistic depth. This lens promises a curated experience, blending precision engineering with aesthetic appeal. Explore how this innovative tool can transform your creative vision. For further exploration of portraiture, see our article, "Our Favorite Portrait Lens from Nikon That You Must Get."