Update (11:30 EST, January 20): Venus Optics has confirmed to DPReview that it`s working on not just one, but multiple F0.95 lenses. A Venus Optics spokesperson says Venus Optics does `not have further information about these lenses` at this time and concluded their statement saying `As usual, we are just trying to create something unique, good quality and affordable for photographers.` The headline of this article has been changed to reflect this confirmation.
According to a report from FujiAddict, Venus Optics, manufacturer of the Laowa lens brand, is working on a new ultra-fast F0.95 lens for DSLR and mirrorless full-frame and APS-C camera systems.
FujiAddict´s report, which says the lens will be denoted by the `Argus´ moniker, is substantiated by an image posted to Chinese social media platform Weibo that claims to show a frame from a presentation that simply shows the words `Laowa F0.95.´ At this time, no information is given regarding the focal length or specific mounts this purported lens will be available for. However, FujiAddict claims `Many are speculating it will be wide and my contact says they expect it to be between 20-35mm.´
As noted in the report, Venus Optics isn´t the first third-party lens manufacturer to create an ultra-fast prime lens. In addition to the legendary Leica Noctilux F0.95 lens, SLR Magic has a slew of `HyperPrime´ lenses for both still and cinema photography.
We have contacted Venus Optics in an effort to confirm this report. This article will be updated accordingly if we hear back.
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