Topaz May update is now available with a new 50% off flash sale


The Topaz May update is now available with a new SDR-to-HDR video upscale model, expanded access to recently released models on both desktop (Gigapixel) and web (Topaz Image Web), and a new streamlined experience for using video enhancement models in Adobe Premiere. This is the first time the latest image models, like Wonder 3 and Denoise Max, are available in a web browser via an all-new web app. Topaz also started a new sale (details at the bottom of this post).

Here are the details:

New Models in Topaz Gigapixel: Wonder 2, Wonder 3, High Fidelity 3

Recently released models, now available in Gigapixel.

Three of our newest and most popular models are now fully integrated into Topaz Gigapixel:

Wonder 2

Wonder 2 is our newest image enhancement model that denoises, sharpens, and upscales in a single step, with no sliders or tuning required. It is a giant, powerful model that now runs locally thanks to our proprietary NeuroStream technology, which dramatically reduces VRAM usage and allows powerful AI to run on standard creator hardware.

Wonder 3

Wonder 3 is a powerful, one-click sharpen, upscale, and denoise model. Unlike Wonder 2—which was built for ultra-low-resolution upscaling—Wonder 3 handles both high-quality inputs and heavily degraded images with consistent results.

High Fidelity 3

Built for technical precision. Optimized for clean, noise-free upscaling of high-fidelity images where accuracy matters most—especially for RAW files.


New App: Topaz Image for Web

All your favorite Topaz image models, now in the browser.

Bring the power of Topaz image enhancement directly to your browser—no download required. Upload your images, choose from workflows like Autopilot, Creative Upscale, Photo Restoration, Sharpen, and more, then process everything in just a few clicks. Batch processing and side-by-side comparison make it easy to review your results, and all of your favorite Topaz image models are available in one place for the same high-quality enhancements you know from our desktop apps.

Premiere Panel v1 – Cloud Rendering UXP Panel

Topaz Video, now inside Premiere.

Topaz Labs for Premiere brings Topaz Video enhancement directly into your Premiere workflow. Process footage using cloud rendering without ever leaving your timeline—no export/import round trips needed.


Hyperion 2 – SDR to HDR Model

Unlock HDR depth from SDR footage.

Hyperion 2 converts standard dynamic range video (SDR) to high dynamic range (HDR) by expanding luminance, bit depth, and contrast. It supports both PQ (cinematic/mastering) and HLG (broadcast) transfer functions, so it fits into a wide range of modern HDR pipelines. Hyperion 2 is now available in Topaz Video, and will be coming to Astra next week.

New Topaz sale

30% off all monthly plans (applied automatically in cart):

  • Studio — $69/mo → $48/mo
  • Studio Pro — $75/mo → $52/mo
  • Topaz Video — $59/mo → $41/mo
  • Topaz Video Pro — $59/mo → $47/mo
  • Topaz Gigapixel — $29/mo → $20/mo
  • Topaz Gigapixel Pro — $50/mo → $35/mo
  • Topaz Photo — $39/mo → $27/mo
  • Topaz Photo Pro — $58/mo → $40/mo
  • Bloom — $39/mo → $27/mo
  • Bloom Pro — $49/mo → $34/mo

50% off web plans (applied automatically in cart)

  • Astra (400 credits/mo) — $39/mo → $19/mo
  • Topaz Image Web Personal — $19/mo → $9/mo
  • Topaz Image Web Pro — $59/mo → $29/mo
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The “I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras raised over $1,000,000 on Kickstarter



The “I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras has now raised over $1,016,820 on Kickstarter by 1,667 backers, with 5 more days to go:


Additional information on this project can be found here and here:

“I’m back” is back with a new “I’m Back Roll” APS-C digital back sensor for film cameras

The “I’m Back Roll” digital back sensor for film cameras has a special solution for Leica M film cameras

“I’m Back Roll” offers APS-C digital back sensor for Pentax film cameras

Here are the latest photography-related Kickstarter crowdfunding projects:

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The latest Nikon news and rumors


Here is an updated list of what to expect next from Nikon (see previous reports):

Cameras

Lenses

Here is the latest Nikon news:

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The latest Leica news and rumors


Here is an updated list/recap of expected/rumored Leica cameras and lenses (see all previous reports here):

Here is the latest Leica news:

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The latest Fujifilm patents

What Fujifilm Patent D1122332 Means for Future X-Series Controls

Fujinon XF18mm f/2 MKII Patent Spotted: A Modern Update to a Classic?

Fujinon 51mm f/1.45, 54mm f/1.48, 56mm f/1.25, and 74mm f/1.46 Patent Found

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Foto Erhardt already lets you put a deposit for the upcoming Sony a7R VI and Canon EOS R6 V cameras


Foto Erhardt already lets you put down a deposit for the upcoming Sony a7R VI and Canon EOS R6 V cameras:

Sony a7R VI camera:


Canon EOS R6 V camera:


Previous coverage:

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New DJI Osmo Pocket 4P camera teaser and additional information




Today, DJI lifted the press embargo for the upcoming Osmo Pocket 4P camera (previously reported here). The new teaser reveals the previously reported camera/lens configuration:

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ZY Optics (Zhongyi) to release two new lenses: 30mm f/2.4 and 45mm f/1.4 at the Beijing P&E Imaging Show

ZY Optics (Zhongyi) will release new 30mm f/2.4 and 45mm f/1.4 lenses at the Beijing P&E Imaging Show (May 15-18, 2026). Here are the details on the 30mm f/2.4 medium format lens (Zhongyi lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon):

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New Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.4 Pro lens (E/Z) coming next week



The previously reported Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.4 Pro full-frame lens will debut next week at the Beijing P&E Imaging Show (May 15-18, 2026). The Sony E-mount will be released first, with the Nikon Z-mount to follow. This will be the third Pro lens after the 50mm f/1.4 and 85mm f/1.4.

In the US, Viltrox lenses are sold at AdoramaB&H, and Amazon. International shipping is available from Pergear and at the official Viltrox website (you can get 8% off at the online store with code NIKONRUMORS).

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Canon and Sony to announce new products on May 13 – here is what to expect



The Beijing P&E Imaging Show (May 15-18, 2026) starts next week, and we have already started seeing teasers and leaks of upcoming products. The two big ones are Sony and Canon – they will both announce new products on May 13th:

You can already put down a deposit for the new Sony products at Foto Erhardt:


Here are the actual teasers:

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