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8 releases · 5 makers · since OCT 2026

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  1. October 2026

    8 releases so far8
  2. 12OCTProductSource · Tamron12 OCT · ProductTAMRON Announces NEW 20-40mm F2.8 (Model A062) for Nikon Z MountClass-Leading Compact Fast-Aperture Standard Zoom Lens 20-40mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A062) For Nikon Z mount Full-Frame Mirrorless October
  3. 12OCTProductSource · Phase One12 OCT · ProductPhase One introduces Next-Generation Aerial SystemsA modular, best-in-class imaging platform combining advanced camera technology, optimized processing workflows, mission planning and flight management, alternative IMU options, climatized system…
  4. 12OCTProductSource · Nikon12 OCT · ProductNikon releases the Z5IIC full-frame mirrorless cameraTOKYO - Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the release of the full-frame/FX-format Nikon Z5IIC mirrorless camera featuring the Nikon Z mount.
  5. 12OCTUpdateSource · Nikon12 OCT · UpdateNikon is developing firmware version 2.00 for the Nikon ZR full-frame sensor cameraTOKYO - Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the development of firmware version 2.00 for the Nikon ZR (released in October 2025), a full-frame sensor camera in the Z CINEMA series.
  6. 07OCTProductFeatured · our noteSource · YASHICA7 OCT · ProductYASHICA Crew: a pocket camera with a 6x optical zoomA pocket camera with a retractable 6x optical zoom, a screen that flips 180° and 4K at 60 frames. 36 MP, USD 168, shipping late October.
  7. 02OCTProductFeatured · our noteSource · YASHICA2 OCT · ProductYASHICA Y16The next pocket camera, with an optical viewfinder and a xenon flash, now listed for pre-order in seven colours.
  8. 02OCTProductFeatured · our noteSource · YASHICA2 OCT · ProductThe FUNtastic keychain camerasCameras small enough to hang from a bag, in Hello Kitty and Peanuts editions.
  9. 01OCTSoftwareFeatured · our noteSource · Disguise1 OCT · SoftwareDisguise X Series: X2 and X3Designer on hardware of your choice through a portable licence dongle. X2 drives two 4K DCI outputs, X3 three.