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Canon Announces RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM, RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM, and RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z; YouTube Video First Look RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z, RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM, RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM Lenses; Preorder Info at B&H

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Canon is introducing three new lenses to their hybrid series the RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM, RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM, and RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z that suit for both filmmaking and photography needs. Additionally, the RF-S 7.8mm VR lens has been formally released.

NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — B&H is pleased to share the new Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM, RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM, and RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z lenses; a trio of hybrid series lenses meant to appeal to both photographers and videographers alike. Additionally, alongside these high-performance RF lenses, Canon has also formally announced the RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM Dual lens—a specialized stereoscopic optic meant for EOS R7 users to record 3D spatial content for headset viewing.

 

Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z Lens
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1858405-REG/canon_6593c002_rf_70_200mm_f_2_8_l.html

White
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1859142-REG/canon_6594c002_rf_70_200mm_f_2_8_l.html

Key Features

Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/22Fast Hybrid Telephoto ZoomDual Pixel CMOS AF SystemOptical Image StabilizerManual, Lockable Iris RingTwo L.Fn Buttons and Function RingSuper UD, UD, and Aspherical ElementsAir Sphere and Super Spectra CoatingsFluorine CoatingDurable Weather-Resistant Construction

The Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM and RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM lenses bookend the existing RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM and add wider and narrower focal length options to the hybrid series while maintaining the same f/1.4 speed that’s crucial for low-light shooting and depth of field control. The 24mm is a great option for establishing shots, landscapes, cityscapes, and interiors while the 50mm is a standard, “normal” focal length that’s versatile enough for portraits, landscapes, and more selective views within a broader scene.

Canon RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1859146-REG/canon_6908c002_rf_50mm_f_1_4_l.html

Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM lens
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1859145-REG/canon_6907c002_rf_24mm_f_1_4_l.html

Key Features

Full-Frame Format | f/1.4 to f/16Extremely Fast Design, Advanced OpticsVoice Coil Motor (VCM) for Rear FocusNano USM for Fast Floating AutofocusManual Iris/Full-Time Focus RingsAir Sphere (ASC) CoatingOne Aspherical Element, Two UD ElementsRounded 11-Blade DiaphragmWeather-Sealed Design

Both lenses feature a dedicated manual iris ring, a VCM (Voice Coil Motor) linear AF system, and a Nano USM AF system to adjust the floating focus elements for maintained sharpness throughout the focusing range—the 24mm focuses down to 9.4″ and the 50mm focuses to 15.7″, giving 0.17x and 0.15x maximum magnifications, respectively. The VCM rear focusing system is effectively silent and offers smooth movements that makes it ideal for video applications. Also, the lens has extremely well-controlled focus breathing; Canon states it is within 2.5% throughout the entire focusing range and can be reduced to 1% if electronic breathing correction is applied.

Physically, the lenses have the L-series-level durability and weather resistance that is expected, ensuring reliable use in harsh weather conditions. Both lenses have a 67mm threaded filter ring (the 24mm lens also comes with an attachable rear filter holder to lessen the likelihood of vignetting) and both have a programmable lens function button.

Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z follows a similar design strategy as the new primes but also incorporates some more tech that originally debuted in the RF 24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z. More than just serving as a new 70-200mm f/2.8, this new lens also answers the demand for an internal zoom, internal focus alternative to the existing RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM—a lens that is very compact but has an externally zooming design, which can be divisive for some shooters. The new 70-200mm f/2.8 Z has an all-internal design that’s perfect for sports shooters working from a tight, fixed vantage point or filmmakers who need consistent balance when shooting with a gimbal.

Beyond the essential internal design differences, the Z version of this zoom also sports a shorter zoom ring throw for quick switching between the 70mm and 200mm ends of the range. This new lens also sports a manual, lockable iris ring, two customizable lens function buttons, and an additional customizable control ring. It’s a telephoto zoom built with the same versatility as the 24-105mm Z lens—it’s a perfect match for C400 and C80 shooters as well as R1 and R5 Mark II users.

Some of the other design distinctions include compatibility with the Power Zoom Adapters PZ-E2 and PZ-E2B; compatibility with the Extenders RF 1.4x and 2x; Nano USM AF motors to control dual floating focus units; a 2.2′ minimum focusing distance with a 0.3x maximum magnification; and well-controlled focus breathing throughout the focus and zoom ranges.

Additionally, this 70-200mm f/2.8 will be available in both Black and White color options; the Black version will match the 24-105mm Z and be the more inconspicuous option while the White colorway will appeal more to photographers and those who favor the heat-reducing benefits of Canon’s traditional white telephoto lens design.

Finally, Canon has also formally announced the RF-S 7.8mm f/4 STM Dual lens—a stereoscopic prime purpose-built for capturing 3D photos and videos, which are meant to be viewed in spatial, 3D 180°, and 3D theater formats on compatible headsets, like the Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3.

This unique lens is designed to solely be used with the EOS R7 camera for an approachable pathway to create camera-captured 3D content via the Canon EOS VR System. Dual lenses produce a unique level of 3D immersion that isn’t possible from two-dimension content; the lens affords a distinct way to capture daily explorations, memories, and portraits.

The lens itself features a nimble STM autofocus motor that simultaneously focuses both optics in a precise, quick, and quiet manner. The dual lens has a 60° field of view, which is similar to human vision, and it achieves a minimum focusing distance of 5.9″, with a 0.07x magnification, for close-range shooting of intricate details.

YouTube Video First Look – Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z
https://youtu.be/Es8e48_q0zM

YouTube Video First Look
Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM, RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM lenses
https://youtu.be/6MPHdOLq0XA

Learn more with B&H Explora
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/news/canon-announces-new-hybrid-lenses

Canon Day at B&H

In conjunction with today’s launches, B&H is also hosting Canon Day. This in-store event, taking place on Wednesday, October 30th from 11am7pm ET, will feature Canon’s latest tech along with a series of live demonstrations and talks led by photography, videography, and printing guest speakers.

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Elbit Systems of America Awarded Contracts from U.S. Customs and Border Protection Totaling Over $370 Million to Enhance U.S. National Security

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HAIFA, Israel, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT) (TASE: ESLT) (“Elbit Systems” or the “Company”) announced today that its U.S. subsidiary, Elbit Systems of America, LLC (“Elbit America”), has received multiple awards from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) totaling over $370 million to enhance U.S. national security, with work to be performed through May 2029.

Bezhalel (Butzi) Machlis, President and CEO of Elbit Systems: “These new awards demonstrate Elbit Systems of America’s continued contribution to enhancing the security and defense capabilities of the United States. Our advanced and operationally proven worldwide technologies are designed to deliver reliable, real–time situational awareness, helping our customers address complex operational challenges.”

About Elbit Systems

Elbit Systems is a leading global defense technology company, delivering advanced solutions for a secure and safer world. Elbit Systems develops, manufactures, integrates and sustains a range of next-generation solutions across multiple domains.

Driven by its agile, collaborative culture, and leveraging Israel’s technology ecosystem, Elbit Systems enables customers to address rapidly evolving battlefield challenges and overcome threats.

Elbit Systems employs over 20,000 people in dozens of countries across five continents. The Company reported $2,188.8 million in revenues for the three months ending March 31, 2026, and an order backlog of $30.2 billion as of such date.

For additional information, visit: https://elbitsystems.com, follow us on X or visit our official Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn Channels.

Company Contact: 

Dr. Yaacov (Kobi) Kagan, Executive VP – CFO
Tel: +972-77-2946663
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Daniella Finn, VP, Investor Relations
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daniella.finn@elbitsystems.com

Dalia Bodinger, VP, Communications & Brand
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This press release may contain forward–looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Israeli Securities Law, 1968) regarding Elbit Systems Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries (collectively the Company), to the extent such statements do not relate to historical or current facts. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions about future events. Forward–looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions about the Company, which are difficult to predict, including projections of the Company’s future financial results, its anticipated growth strategies and anticipated trends in its business. Therefore, actual future results, performance and trends may differ materially from these forward–looking statements due to a variety of factors, including, without limitation: scope and length of customer contracts; governmental regulations and approvals; changes in governmental budgeting priorities; general market, political and economic conditions in the countries in which the Company operates or sells, including Israel and the United States among others; including the duration and scope of the war in Israel, and the potential impact on our operations; changes in global health and macro-economic conditions; differences in anticipated and actual program performance, including the ability to perform under long-term fixed-price contracts; changes in the competitive environment; and the outcome of legal and/or regulatory proceedings. The factors listed above are not all-inclusive, and further information is contained in Elbit Systems Ltd.’s latest annual report on Form 20-F, which is on file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward–looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release.

Although the Company believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, it cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance or achievements. Moreover, neither the Company nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of these forward-looking statements. The Company does not undertake to update its forward-looking statements.

Elbit Systems Ltd., its logo, brand, product, service and process names appearing in this press release are the trademarks or service marks of Elbit Systems Ltd. or its affiliated companies. All other brand, product, service and process names appearing are the trademarks of their respective holders. Reference to or use of a product, service or process other than those of Elbit Systems Ltd. does not imply recommendation, approval, affiliation or sponsorship of that product, service or process by Elbit Systems Ltd. Nothing contained herein shall be construed as conferring by implication, estoppel or otherwise any license or right under any patent, copyright, trademark or other intellectual property right of Elbit Systems Ltd. or any third party, except as expressly granted herein.

 

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ANTHBOT M9 Pro Launches with HoloSense™ Quad-Fusion Navigation for Easy, Wire-Free Lawn Care

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DÜSSELDORF, Germany, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ANTHBOT has officially launched the M9 Pro, its flagship wire-free robotic lawn mower designed for smarter, effortless lawn care in complex residential gardens. Combining advanced navigation, intelligent automation, and professional mowing performance, the M9 Pro makes maintaining a beautiful lawn easier than ever.

HoloSense™ Quad-Fusion Navigation for Reliable All-Scenario Auto-Pilot

Powered by HoloSense™ Quad-Fusion Navigation, the M9 Pro combines 360° LiDAR, RTK, NetRTK, and Dual AI Vision to deliver reliable All-Scenario Auto-Pilot. The system continuously adapts to open lawns, shaded areas, narrow passages, and complex garden layouts for stable, precise mowing without boundary wires.

Designed for Complex Gardens and Wire-Free Convenience

Built for lawns up to 1,000 m², the M9 Pro features wire-free installation, automatic mapping, and intelligent scheduling, eliminating the complexity of traditional robotic mower setup. Through the ANTHBOT app, users can manage up to 32 mowing zones and enjoy a true Drop & Mow experience from day one.

Intelligent route planning and AI-powered obstacle recognition help the mower navigate trees, flower beds, pathways, and other real-world garden challenges with confidence.

Professional Mowing Performance

The M9 Pro delivers a clean, professional-looking lawn with intelligent U-shaped mowing patterns and EdgeWiz™ edge mowing technology. Its compact design passes through spaces as narrow as 65 cm, climbs slopes up to 45% (24°), crosses obstacles up to 3 cm, and recognizes more than 1,000 obstacle types using AI Vision.

Operating at ≤58 dB with IPX6 waterproof protection, the M9 Pro is built for reliable, low-maintenance lawn care throughout the mowing season.

Availability

Pre-orders for the ANTHBOT M9 Pro began on July 15, 2026, with official sales starting July 27, 2026. Customers placing qualifying pre-orders through the official ANTHBOT online store will receive a complimentary mower garage (valued at €169) while supplies last.

The ANTHBOT M5 Pro, designed for lawns up to 500 m², will be available at a later date.

About ANTHBOT

ANTHBOT simplifies residential lawn care through AI-powered automation and advanced navigation. Operating in over 30 countries, the brand is a top-selling robotic lawn mower brand on Amazon Germany and a trusted partner to premier European retailers including BAUHAUS, Boulanger, Elkjøp, Salling Group, and Landi.For more information, visit anthbot.com.

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Short Documentary “South China Sea: Our Story” Highlights Regional Peace and Cooperation

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BEIJING, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the waters of the South China Sea are increasingly stirred by geopolitical rivalry, how do the people who live around this vast expanse of blue see the waters they call home? On July 12, the Voice of the South China Sea, a platform of China Media Group (CMG), released the short documentary “South China Sea: Our Story,” which explores a vision of peace, cooperation, and development through the perspectives of a fisherman, a scholar, and a scientist.

Lu Jiabing, a fisherman from Tanmen Township in Hainan, is an inheritor of the Geng Lu Bu – a traditional handwritten navigation guide passed down through generations of Chinese fishermen in the South China Sea. Guided by its routes, he has sailed to the major islands, reefs, and shoals across the South China Sea, retracing the voyages of his ancestors. In his view, this is not merely a traditional way of life for Chinese fishermen; more importantly, it carries forward the wisdom and courage of the generations who first ventured into these waters.

Wu Shicun, a Chinese scholar who has devoted his life to the study of the South China Sea, believes that the historical record should speak for itself. Through irrefutable historical evidence, he hopes to show the international community that the South China Sea is a homeland developed and sustained by generations of Chinese people, and equally, a shared maritime homeland for the countries that border it – one whose peace and stability should be safeguarded through joint efforts.

Huang Hui, a Chinese marine scientist, has turned her attention to the shared ecological challenges facing the world’s oceans. To help protect coral reef ecosystems from the threat of mass bleaching, she has led her team in establishing the world’s largest coral reef ecological restoration demonstration area in the South China Sea, while also actively engaging in international cooperation on coral reef conservation.

“South China Sea: Our Story” is jointly produced by the Voice of the South China Sea, a platform under CMG’s Chinese Language Programming Center, together with the Huayang Center for Maritime Cooperation and Ocean Governance, and the National Institute for South China Sea Studies.

Structured around three chapters – Homeland, Protection, and Renewal – the documentary responds to the international community’s shared aspiration for a “sea of peace, friendship, and cooperation,” and adds a warm human touch to the story of regional cooperation and development in the South China Sea.

https://vscs.cri.cn/20260712/482cc9dc-7fce-4571-a6ca-17e353008157.html 

 

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