As we wrap up what’s been another challenging year for the creative sector, we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible innovations and standout products from our brands that have still managed to shine through. Despite the challenges the market brings, the brands we proudly repr...
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The joy of photography often comes down to finding the right balance—between creativity and practicality, performance, and portability. The Samyang Remaster Slim lens system nails that balance, offering a unique modular approach to photography that feels inspired, nostalgic, and brilliantly...
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Samyang, a global leader in high-performance camera lenses, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Remaster Slim system, a groundbreaking addition to its award-winning lens collection for Sony E mount cameras. Designed to meet the evolving demands of modern content creators who want to tra...
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A Versatile Focal Range for Every Shooting Scenario
The Samyang AF 35-150mm F2-2.8 lens is designed to be the ultimate all-purpose tool, offering a focal range that covers everything from wide-angle to telephoto. With five key focal lengths 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, 135mm, and 150mm, this lens gives you...
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Creating high-quality cinematic footage has never been easier, thanks to the new compact cine autofocus lenses from Samyang. Designed to enhance your filming experience, these lenses combine smooth and precise autofocus performance with a unified form factor optimised for gimbal and drone shootin...
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We all chase practicality and ease of use in life, and this is no truer than when selecting your photography kit. The beauty of having one single lens that covers a range of key focal lengths at an affordable price doesn’t seem believable until you see the Samyang AF 35-150 F2-2.8 FE lens. ...
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Samyang have now released an additional focal length to their V-AF line-up, the V-AF 100mm T2.3. This lens is identical to its siblings with its distinct light brown coloured front and slick design, I honestly haven't seen any other sophisticated lens design like this before. My first impressions...
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In the world of photography, the choice of lens is critical in capturing the perfect shot. While renowned camera manufacturers often offer a variety of lenses, third-party lens manufacturers like Samyang have been gaining popularity among both amateur and professional photographers. In this blog,...
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With the upcoming release of the new Samyang V-AF 45mm T1.9 FE, we thought we’d reflect on the three currently available V-AF lenses with Jay Gilmour.
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It's official! We have a new Samyang zoom lens release. Say goodbye to swapping lenses and compromising on image quality. The all-new Samyang Auto Focus 35-150mm F2-2.8 is designed for Sony Full-frame mirrorless users and is a true lens all-in-one lens for photographers. If you demand versatility...
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As we breeze into another month of 2023, Holdan now looks forward to the Societies of Photographers London Photo Convention and Trade Show spanning from 16th -18th March 2023. Professionals to enthusiasts are welcome to attend the convention and trade show – which we recommend is a must.
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Pet and animal photography is a growing popular niche within the photography community and beyond. It now ranges from beautiful portraits from specialist photographers such as Alyssa Zalabai using professional equipment including Samyang prime lenses to capturing your very own furry friend on you...
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We transition into the second tech event of 2023! Join us at Battersea Evolution, in London from the 23rd – the 25th of February 2023, the destination for film and TV professionals featuring the finest in cinematography, lighting and grip equipment.
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Samyang have seen a gap in the market and done exactly what they do best, filled it with just what we need. The innovative V-AF series is a set of full frame compatible Sony FE mount lenses designed for a wide variety of users, from solo videographer to small productions. These impressive new pro...
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As technology has evolved throughout the years getting your content in front of more people has never been easier with a click of a button to start sharing a live broadcast. On top of that, a number of platforms have been specifically created for live streaming. Live video streaming is one of the...
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The AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE is Samyang’s first crack at a zoom lens, and it does not disappoint. I took the lens out to Sefton Park, Liverpool, paired with a Sony A7S II and Atomos NINJA V attached to a Kondor Blue trigger handle, all pictured above. Below I have shared my thoughts with some s...
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Now in its 50th year, Samyang continues to push the envelope when it comes to lens innovation. This month the company announced the V-AF lens family, with the V-AF 75mm T1.9 the first lens from the new line-up to become available. Four more lenses – 20mm, 24mm, 35mm, & 45mm – will...
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Empowering Content Everywhere... after a 3-year break
While we would normally say ‘another year, another IBC’, this year was different, as IBC was returning for the first time in three years, thanks to a COVID-induced break. Much was the same – certainly the broadcasters, bitte...
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The recently announced second generation of Samyang’s AF 85mm F1.4 FE II is an upgrade of the AF 85mm F1.4 FE a lens loved by many since Samyang began its AF series back in 2016. Released in their 50th Anniversary year, the AF 85mm F1.4 FE II showcases how far they've come with superior opt...
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Korean manufacturer Samyang Optics, a global optical brand distributed exclusively by Holdan in the UK and Ireland, announces the new V-AF lens family, designed for Sony E-Mount full-frame cameras.
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The Photography Show runs from 17th to 20th September at the NEC Birmingham and showcases over 250 imaging brands with masterclasses, seminars, and live demos from professionals in the industry.
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Whether you're a budding professional food photographer or just want to up your Instagram game with some posh nosh, there's an array of tips and tricks that you can use to improve and develop your skills.
That’s why we have teamed up with Holdan Ambassador and commercial food photographer ...
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Samyang Optics, a global optical brand distributed exclusively by Holdan in UK and Ireland, announces the new AF 85mm F1.4 FE II lens, designed for Sony E-Mount full-frame and APS-C mirrorless cameras.
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What is the bokeh effect?
Bokeh comes from the Japanese word boke which means “blur” or “haze” or boke-aji, the “blur quality.” It is usually pronounced BO as in 'bone' and KE as in 'Kenneth', with equal stress on each syllable, and can be described as the ple...
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Trade shows are in full swing again and next up we’re at the KitPlus show at Media City UK (The Open Centre) on Thursday 23rd June, open from 10 am - 4:30 pm.
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After an absence of 3 years, the Media Production & Technology show (MPTS) was back with a bang as over 8,000 people literally queued around the block for the 2-day event at London Olympia. Holdan showcased the latest technology with a striking Tech Lounge, a mocktail bar envisioned and creat...
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Weddings are a day of celebration and, for most, one of the most important events of their lives. Traditionally documented with a static collection of still images, they are now a cinematic experience. They are moving occasions to cherish and share.
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Samyang Optics, a global optical brand distributed exclusively by Holdan in UK and Ireland, announces the new AF 35mm F1.4 FE II lens, designed for full-frame Sony E-Mount cameras and Sony APS-C mirrorless cameras.
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Samyang has announced the autofocus evolution of its popular 135mm prime lens.
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Samyang have announced an updated and improved version of its first autofocus lens designed for Sony-E mount. It is exclusively distributed by Holdan in the UK and Ireland.
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I know, I know, for someone who likes his bed (and has two young children, so 8 hours sleep is a rarity) astrophotography must be hard work. And yes, yes, it is.
Landscape photography is all about sunsets and sunrises. Well, just sunsets really, as sunrises are faaaaar too early (children, again...
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