Brightin Star will launch a new APO M 35mm f/1.7 ASPH lens for Leica M-mount on Kickstarter. The campaign is expected to launch in the middle of August:

• Use coupon code RUMORS for a discount at the Brightin Star online store.
• Previous coverage of Brightin Star lenses is available here.
• The full line of Brightin Star M-mount lenses is available here.
• In the US, Brightin Star lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.
• Additional information on the lens can be found here:

• Advanced Optical Design: APO apochromatic correction with 3 high-precision double-sided aspherical elements and dual floating groups, delivering exceptional sharpness even wide open.
• Outstanding Performance: Minimum focusing distance of 0.3m and an ultra-long 307° focus throw (cinema-level precision) for accurate manual control and high-resolution results from wide aperture.
• Ergonomic Design: Classic tiger-claw focus ring for smooth handling, paired with a compact metal lens hood to effectively reduce flare.
• This product is currently under development. Final specifications and performance are subject to the actual production model.

Sample photos:

28미리 팬케익 렌즈로 유명한 브라이틴스타에서 8월경 킥스타터를 통해 35.7 APO 렌즈를 내놓는 듯 합니다.

정보가 간간히 있었던 것 같은데 이제 날짜가 구체화 되는 듯 하네요.

APO 라서 기대가 되긴하는데.. 1.7 조리개라서 살짝 아쉬움이 좀 있습니다.

아예 하이스펙으로 가던가..아니면 가성비를 찾던가 했으면 좋았을텐데..

어쨌든 킥스타터 출시 가격을 좀 봐야겠군요~

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