The trends are not looking good...

[UncleFai]

https://photorumors.com/2019/01/27/...UbXvuJOnZc0rMRmBYQHIxUxLkRq8ngYpzQ4EckBt8JQJM

https://photographylife.com/not-long-ago-lenses-were-much-lighter

Looks like we are in for heavier gear that will cost more...

 

[Ah Keong]

Still prefer older lens that has low element count. Modern lens has so many elements and the render look kinda clinical and flat although very sharp.

 

[one eye jack]

Still prefer older lens that has low element count. Modern lens has so many elements and the render look kinda clinical and flat although very sharp.

Agree with you. Lens designers should emulate Leica's design philosophy..sharp enough and still render photo as a painting.