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Mar 27th - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
Southwest UT by Ross Martin

Nature & Wildlife:
The Pink Feathered Jewel of Florida...Roseate Spoonbills by louie champan

People Photography:
~~Tiny Skater~~ by Ted ellis

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Weekly Assignment 1222 winner: James Markus


Congratulations to James Markus for winning WA 1222, based on the theme: Tools.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1223 winners.
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Weekly Assignment 1224 just started with theme: "Urban"
Deadline: April 1st noon - Participate!
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Mar 22nd - Featured Thread Winners!

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Voigtlander 40mm f/2 Septon Aspherical Review

Voigtlander 40mm f/2 Septon Review

Pre-order the Voigtlander 40mm f/2 Septon Aspherical:

Cameraquest: Sony E-mount | Nikon Z-mount

B&H Photo: Sony E-mount | Nikon Z-mount



Review Quick Links:

  1. About the lens
  2. Infinity Resolution and Contrast
  3. Infinity Resolution and Contrast compared to TTArtisan AF 40mm f/2 lens
  4. Infinity Resolution and Contrast vs Voigtlander 40mm f/2.8 Heliar
  5. Infinity Resolution and Contrast vs Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 Nokton at f/2
  6. Field Curvature
  7. Sunstar rendering
  8. Sunstar rendering II and Vignetting at infinity distance
  9. Distortion
  10. Minimal Focus Distance: Resolution, Contrast and Focus Shift
  11. Rendering compared to TTArtisan 40mm f/2 lens
  12. Rendering compared to Voigtlander 40mm f/1.2 Nokton II at f/2
  13. Chromatic aberration control
  14. Flare Resistance

  15. Final Thoughts
  16. Samples 1
  17. Samples 2
  18. Samples 3
  19. Samples 4
  20. Samples 5
  21. Samples 6

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Weekly Assignment 1221 winner: chad hites


Congratulations to chad hites for winning WA 1221, based on the theme: Sorrow.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1222 winners.
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Weekly Assignment 1223 just started with theme: "Umbrellas"
Deadline: March 25th noon - Participate!
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Mar 13th - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
I'm Still Alive by Mark Metternich

Nature & Wildlife:
~~A Cold Winters Day~~ by Ted ellis

People Photography:
Paige downtown by nickelmedia

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Weekly Assignment 1220 winner: CDalessandro


Congratulations to CDalessandro for winning WA 1220, based on the theme: Sand dunes.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1221 winners.
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Weekly Assignment 1222 just started with theme: "Tools"
Deadline: March 18th noon - Participate!
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Mar 6th - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
DEVA by Ross Martin

Nature & Wildlife:
Ecuador 2026 by jaylee73

People Photography:
Timo by GiovanniAprea

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Weekly Assignment 1219 winner: J. Pow


Congratulations to J. Pow for winning WA 1219, based on the theme: Rocks.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1220 winners.
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Weekly Assignment 1221 just started with theme: "Sorrow"
Deadline: March 11th noon - Participate!
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Pre-order: Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 "SPII"

Pre-order: Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 "SPII"
The new Light Lens Lab 75mm f/2 "SPII" is now available for pre-order at Light Lens Lab:

https://lightlenslab.com/products/light-lens-lab-75mm-f-2-spii/

Get 5% off with code: FREDMIRANDA at checkout



Optical Heritage

Inspired by a historically significant 1940s Double-Gaussian design, part of the SP-II lineage, paying homage to classic optics.

Enhanced Optical Performance

Refined for modern high-resolution digital sensors, with expanded coverage up to 44 × 33 mm for full-frame imaging.

Advanced Optical Design

Incorporates achromatic elements to maintain balanced contrast and control aberrations across the frame.

Signature Rendering

Delivers atmospheric tonal transitions at f/2, moving to sharper clarity when stopped down, offering a unique and versatile character.

Craftsmanship

All optical and mechanical components are designed, manufactured, and hand-assembled in-house. The lens features a lightweight aluminum alloy construction, balancing durability with compact handling.



Main Lens Specifications:

• Frame Coverage: 135 Full Frame (24 × 36 mm)
• Lens Elements / Groups: 8 elements in 5 groups
• Focus Range: 0.7 m to infinity
• Diaphragm: Preset with half-stop increments
• Aperture Range: f/2 – f/22
• Aperture Blades: 12
• Lens Mount: M-Mount quick-change bayonet
• Filter Diameter: E43
• Lens Hood: In-body, A46 clip-on Reid style
• Dimensions: 73 mm length × 54 mm diameter
• Weight: 310 g


Included in the Box:

• Aluminum lens body
• Matching full metal front and back caps
• Reid-style lens hood
• Box and instructions
• Genuine leather pouch
• 1-year Light Lens Lab warranty
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Monthly Assignment 261 winner: adventure_photo


Congratulations to adventure_photo for winning MA 261, based on the theme: Movie Theater Marquees.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the MA 262 winners.
Cast your vote!

Monthly Assignment 263 just started with theme: "Sea Shells"
Deadline: April 1st noon - Participate!
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Feb 27th - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
Scenes of Southern Utah by Ross Martin

Nature & Wildlife:
~~The Catch~~ by Ted ellis

People Photography:
Amazing Abigail by Ross Martin

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Weekly Assignment 1218 winner: Pieter575


Congratulations to Pieter575 for winning WA 1218, based on the theme: Rainbows.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1219 winners.
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Weekly Assignment 1220 just started with theme: "Sand dunes"
Deadline: March 4th noon - Participate!
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Feb 20th - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
Hoar Frost Fairytale by hasenbein

Nature & Wildlife:
Short-eared Owls... by louie champan

People Photography:
Strata by Dneufarth

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Weekly Assignment 1217 winner: guywithgas


Congratulations to guywithgas for winning WA 1217, based on the theme: Railroad Cars.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1218 winners.
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Weekly Assignment 1219 just started with theme: "Rocks"
Deadline: February 25th noon - Participate!
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Feb 13th - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
Winter in Alaska by Gregg B.

Nature & Wildlife:
Amobselli - Land of Gentle Giants and feathered friends by sathsy2017

People Photography:
Brian Culbertson and Band by Danpbphoto

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Weekly Assignment 1216 winner: Danpbphoto


Congratulations to Danpbphoto for winning WA 1216, based on the theme: Patterns.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1217 winners.
Cast your vote!

Weekly Assignment 1218 just started with theme: "Rainbows"
Deadline: February 18th noon - Participate!
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Feb 6th - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
Awaiting the Next Round by Danpbphoto

Nature & Wildlife:
American Kestrel with prey! by Pius Sullivan

People Photography:
The Soldier by Danpbphoto

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Weekly Assignment 1215 winner: adventure_photo


Congratulations to adventure_photo for winning WA 1215, based on the theme: Pairs.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1216 winners.
Cast your vote!

Weekly Assignment 1217 just started with theme: "Railroad Cars"
Deadline: February 11th noon - Participate!
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Monthly Assignment 260 winner: CDalessandro


Congratulations to CDalessandro for winning MA 260, based on the theme: Glass.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the MA 261 winners.
Cast your vote!

Monthly Assignment 262 just started with theme: "Pink / Purple"
Deadline: March 1st noon - Participate!
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GONE: Free photo gear in Helena, Montana

GONE, gear has a new home. thanks everyone!


hi
i’m in helena helping my father close down his engineering business. he has a pile of photo gear he’d like to give away.
includes numerous film cameras (plus an early digital nikon), many lenses, cases, manfrotto tripod w/head, benbo tripod w/ball head, copy stand, lowell light system, large collapsible softbox, numerous light stands and umbrellas, large light box, reflectors, lamps, misc filters, etc.
will require a pickup or van to haul off (we can’t deliver).
fyi, there’s no fancy gear (ie: collectables) but a great start for a budding photog, or student, or photo teaching group.
know of any photographer in our area who’d want it?
again, totally free!
needs to be gone in next few days
i left messages for the photo teacher at the local high school a couple times, but have yet to hear back
please pass word.
my cell is:
area code (541)
and number 620-3489 (posted this way to hopefully slow the spammers)
thank y’all!
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Jan 30th - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
Moonscape by Ross Martin

Nature & Wildlife:
Barred Owl by hawkowl951

People Photography:
A Beagle by jowul

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Weekly Assignment 1214 winner: Danpbphoto


Congratulations to Danpbphoto for winning WA 1214, based on the theme: Objects.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1215 winners.
Cast your vote!

Weekly Assignment 1216 just started with theme: "Patterns"
Deadline: February 4th noon - Participate!
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Jan 23rd - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
Southwest Snow Squall by sum1sgrampa

Nature & Wildlife:
Male Northern Harrier...Gray Ghost by louie champan

People Photography:
Getting the Horses Ready: San Marcos Parade by cth55

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Weekly Assignment 1213 winner: Danpbphoto


Congratulations to Danpbphoto for winning WA 1213, based on the theme: Noodles.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1214 winners.
Cast your vote!

Weekly Assignment 1215 just started with theme: "Pairs"
Deadline: January 28th noon - Participate!
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Jan 16th - Featured Thread Winners!

Here are the Feature Thread Winners based on your votes:

Landscape Photographer:
Aloha Kauai by olalafoto

Nature & Wildlife:
Golden Hour! by Pius Sullivan

People Photography:
The girl in the Chartreuse scarf by Detroitable

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Ricoh GR IV Monochrome announced!

Ricoh GR IV Monochrome announced!
RICOH has announced a new variant of their GR IV compact camera: the GR IV Monochrome. It keeps the same compact design and image quality of the original GR IV, but the sensor is now dedicated to black-and-white photography.

The color filter has been removed from the sensor, which helps the camera deliver richer tonal gradation. One of the most notable features is the built-in red filter, which replaces the traditional ND filter and provides more contrasty, dramatic B&W effects straight out of the camera.

The Monochrome version also gets a faster electronic shutter, capable of speeds up to 1/16,000 of a second. This allows shooting at larger apertures even in bright light. RICOH has said this high-speed shutter will also come to the standard GR IV through a firmware update.

The body is finished in matte black with the engraved GR logo in semi-gloss black, keeping the monochrome look consistent, including the shutter and power buttons.

It’s an interesting addition for anyone who enjoys compact cameras and black-and-white photography, particularly for street and everyday shooting.

Pre order here:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1926946-REG/ricoh_gr_iv_monochrome_digital.html

B&H Photo Article about it:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1926946-REG/ricoh_gr_iv_monochrome_digital.html
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Weekly Assignment 1212 winner: ZdevilH1


Congratulations to ZdevilH1 for winning WA 1212, based on the theme: Mirrors.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1213 winners.
Cast your vote!

Weekly Assignment 1214 just started with theme: "Objects"
Deadline: January 21st noon - Participate!
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Jan 9th - Featured Thread Winners!

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Weekly Assignment 1211 winner: chad hites


Congratulations to chad hites for winning WA 1211, based on the theme: Letters.

The top five photos displayed below, will also be showcased on our Winners Gallery.

Voting is now open for the WA 1212 winners.
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Weekly Assignment 1213 just started with theme: "Noodles"
Deadline: January 14th noon - Participate!
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