DxO releases 1574 new Optics Modules


In addition to the new Nik Collection version 6.3DxO also released 1574 new Optics Modules adding support for the latest cameras including support for the new Canon EOS R100 Sony ZV-1 II. In addition, there’s support for the latest lenses, including the Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM, the Nikon Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S, and fast primes from Sigma for both Nikon Z DX and Sony FE cameras:

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DxO announces Nik Collection version 6.3 with several new features


DxO just announced Nik Collection version 6.3 with several new features:

  • NEW Control Point diffusion lets you regulate the strength and style of adjustments more easily
  • NEW Control Points and Control Lines can now be inverted, giving you huge flexibility specific colors and tones in an image
  • NEW Color Selectivity sliders allow Control Point and Control Line editing to be tied to adjustments can now be saved as Presets, giving you quick access to frequently used sharpening or HDR recipes.
  • NEW Turn your edits into a Smart Object at any stage from within the plugin, giving you fully non-destructive editing in Photoshop
  • NEW Call on any of your last 15 Nik Collection edits and apply them with a single click
  • NEW Presets can now be searched for by name, so you can instantly find your favorite edits
  • NEW Hi DPI & Multiscreen support lets you work with all screen configurations
  • NEW Affinity Photo is now automatically detected as part of installation.

DxO releases 1574 new Optics Modules

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What else is new?

All Ricoh GR III camera models are out of stock in the US

Leica Cine 1 XPR UHD 4k ultra short-throw theater projector now available for pre-order

Iridient Developer 4.0 and Irident Transformer 3.0 Released With X-S20 Support

Sabrent V2 CFExpress B Pro Cards

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Officially announced: Sony A7CR, A7CII cameras and a new FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II lens


Sony officially announced the previously rumored A7CR, A7CII cameras and a new FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II lens.

Pre-order links: Adorama | Amazon | B&H | Erhardt | Koch | Calumet | WEX.

Sample photos can be found here. Additional information on the new Sony products:

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Ricoh released new Pentax lens roadmaps and announced they will no longer provide info on upcoming lenses



Ricoh released new and updated Pentax K and 645 mount lens roadmaps and at the same time, the company announced that they will no longer provide information on future lens development (see the press release here):

Pentax K and 645 mount lens roadmap updated

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The latest Fujifilm GFX100 II medium format camera rumors


Here are the latest rumored Fujifilm GFX100 II medium format camera specifications:

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The camera market is booming!


The Japanese website Newswitch reports that the camera market is booming partially because of very strong demand in China – here is the recap from digicame-info:

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The Viltrox AF 28mm f/1.8 lens is now released also for Nikon Z-mount


The Viltrox AF 28mm f/1.8 lens is now released also for Nikon Z-mount. Pre-orders are already open at B&H Photo (check also the Viltrox Amazon store and Viltrox website):

The Viltrox AF 28mm f/1.8 lens is already available for Sony E-mount (product listing):

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The new Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm f/1.2 lens for Fuji X-mount will be released on September 7


Cosina announced the release date for the new Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm f/1.2 lens for Fuji X-mount: September 7, 2023. The lens was officially announced in early August. The suggested retail price is ¥110,000 including tax (around $750). Pre-orders should be open soon at: Adorama, Amazon, and B&H Photo.

New Voigtlander NOKTON 50mm f/1.2 for Fuji X-mount announced

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Two new lenses coming from Brightin Star: 9mm f/5.6 and 35mm f/0.95


Xingyao Optical will announce two new lenses:

  • Brightin Star 9mm f/5.6 full-frame ultra-wide-angle (not fisheye) for E/Z/R/L mount
  • Brightin Star 35mm f/0.95 lens for E/XF/M43/Z/EF-M/RF-S mount (announcement on September 6th)

Update – the could be a third new Brightin Star lens. Here is the teaser:


Brightin Star lenses are sold on Amazon and at Funleader:

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