Four upcoming L-Mount lenses unveiled in sneak peeks by Schneider Kreuznach and Samyang
In an exciting development for the photography and filmmaking community, Samyang has partnered with Schneider Kreuznach to bring together the optical legacy of the latter with Samyang's modern technology. This partnership, announced in March 2025, is expected to bring significant changes to the L-Mount lens ecosystem.
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The L-Mount system, initially limited, is now experiencing rapid evolution, offering more creative possibilities for users. This evolution is further bolstered by the upcoming release of four new autofocus zoom lenses from Sigma, Samyang, and Viltrox. These lenses, not yet priced or dated, are expected to launch late 2025 or early 2026.
Among these new lenses, the Samyang lenses - the 14-24mm f/2.8, 24-60mm f/2.8, 60-180mm f/2.8, and 28-135mm f/2.8 - are seen as significant statements for the L-Mount lens ecosystem. These zooms cover a range from wide to telephoto, providing versatility for a wide variety of photography and filmmaking needs.
The new Samyang lenses are not the only exciting additions to the L-Mount system. Sigma presented three new lenses at the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) 2025 in Amsterdam, including the 35mm F1.2 DG II Art for L-Mount. Samyang and Viltrox also announced four upcoming lenses, including Viltrox's AF 16mm f/1.8 L and AF 28mm f/4.5 L models.
Third-party support for the L-Mount Alliance is growing, potentially improving affordability and accessibility. This growth, along with the upcoming releases of these new lenses, makes the L-Mount system an increasingly appealing choice for photographers and filmmakers.
For those interested in learning more about the L-Mount system and the best lenses available, Digital Camera World offers comprehensive guides on the best L-Mount lenses and the best standard zooms. As the L-Mount lens ecosystem continues to evolve, these guides will prove invaluable resources for photographers and filmmakers looking to expand their kit.
