Chinese Lens Makers Flood 2026 Trade Shows With Aggressive AF Lineup

Chinese lens makers have stopped playing catch-up and started setting pace. The sheer volume of autofocus-capable optics hitting trade shows this season tells you something important: the era of third-party glass meaning 'manual focus budget option' is finished. If you've been putting off filling a gap in your kit because first-party prices are brutal, this wave is worth paying attention to before your next gear purchase.