Review Thypoch 35mm F1.4 lens
I was asked by importer Movidis to give my honest opinion on the Thypoch Simera 35mm f/1.4 lens. So today I strolled through the center of Roermond (Netherlands) with this lens on my Fujifilm X-T3. And, of course, combined it with a nice lunch at a restaurant in the city centre. That doesn't feel like work at all ;-)
Thypoch is a relatively new lens brand from China that entered the market around 2023. The Simera series is their first and most important line of manual full-frame fixed-focal-length lenses. They design and manufacture the lenses themselves, focusing on a mix of classic (Leica-like) experience and modern optics.
Review Travel tripod 'Ulanzi & Coman Zero Y'
I have been a fan of the Ulanzi brand for a while now. Not because everything is perfect, but because, as far as I am concerned, the brand manages to strike exactly the right balance between quality and affordability. You often get surprisingly good value for your money.
When I was looking for a lightweight travel tripod, I ended up with the Ulanzi COMAN Zero Y. I wanted a tripod that was small enough to take with me at all times, but stable enough for serious photography. The tripod was delivered last weekend, and naturally, I couldn't resist taking it out immediately. I tried it out during my first practical test, and in this review, I share my initial findings.
Review TTArtisan AF 23 mm F1.8 lens
When I mounted the TTArtisan AF 23mm F1.8 on my Fujifilm X-T3, I was thinking primarily about one thing: what do you really get for this price of 165 euros? Not so long ago, a fast, autonomous 23mm prime without major compromises was something found only in higher-end segments. However, this lens brings that idea within reach. After shooting a few times, I have formed a pretty good impression that I would like to share.