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L-Mount Alliance: Is an all-new system-mover camera needed to break into the big time?

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Since 2018, the L-Mount Alliance has excelled in lenses but lacks an appealing mid-range camera. Experts suggest collaboration between Panasonic and Sigma could create a desirable system mover for enthusiasts.

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