OM System and Panasonic Lumix price increases coming to the US, while new Sofortrabatt & Cashback programs started in Europe


New OM System and Panasonic Lumix price increases are coming to the US as a result of the Trump’s tariffs:

  • OM System price increase coming in early October
  • Panasonic Lumix price increase coming on September 28th



If you are planning on purchasing new gear, now would be a good time to do so, since I expect more price increases to be coming in the coming weeks/months:


At the same time, new Sofortrabatt & Cashback programs are starting in Europe (no OM System and Panasonic Lumix rebates available in the US):

New OM SYSTEM Sofortrabatt & Cashback started in Europe

Update:

OM System price increase in the US now in effect

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New: Brightin Star 50mm f/1.4 III APS-C manual focus lens for MFT/Canon RF+M/ Fuji X/Sony E


Brightin Star announced a new 50mm f/1.4 III APS-C manual focus lens for MFT/Canon RF+M/ Fuji X/Sony E cameras. Here are the details:

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The new Sigma BF camera is now in stock (both silver and black versions)

The new Sigma BF camera (both silver and black versions) is now in stock at B&H Photo and WEX Photo.

Additional information on the BF can be found here:

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New Nikon Zf silver models announced

The previously rumored Nikon Zf silver edition is now officially announced and available for pre-order:

New Nikon Zf accessories:

SmallRig announced matching silver L-shape handles and other accessories for the new silver Nikon Zf camera

Additional information:

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Canon EOS C50 full-frame cinema camera coming on September 9th?


Here are the rumored specifications for the Canon Cinema EOS C50 (check B&H listings) that is rumored to be announced on September 9th: Read More »

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What else is new?


Here is what else is new:

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7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.8 full frame lens for Sony E-mount officially announced


The previously reported 7Artisans AF 35mm f/1.8 full frame lens for Sony E-mount is now officially announced and available for pre-order:

7artisans | AliExpress | Amazon USAmazon UK | Amazon DE | Amazon CA | Amazon FR | Amazon ES | Amazon IT

Additional information on the new lens:

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The latest updates from Luminar, ON1, and DxO


What’s coming this year to Luminar Neo – in addition to ecosystem features, Luminar Neo users will receive three powerful upgrades (see also this post):

  • Restoration: Bring old or damaged photos back to life in a single click. Perfect for reviving family memories or vintage prints with deep scratches or faded color.
  • AI Assistant: Our new intelligent guide that analyzes photos and recommends optimal edits. Ideal for beginners and pros alike, it makes powerful tools like Develop Raw, Curves, and Color Harmony easier to use than ever.
  • Volume – free for all users: Instantly add depth and dimensionality by enhancing light and shadow. A one-click solution to elevate contrast and visual impact — no manual Dodge & Burn needed.

New Luminar Neo offers for September:

New users can buy:

  • Luminar Neo Cross-device Perpetual license (Luminar Neo + Luminar Mobile) for $159
  • Luminar Neo Max Perpetual license (Luminar Neo + Luminar Mobile + Creative library) for $179

Existing Luminar Neo owners can buy:

  • Ecosystem Pass (Generative tools + New tools + Luminar Mobile + Web Galleries + Cross-device editing mobile to desktop) for $79
  • 2025/26 Upgrade Pass (Generative tools + New tools) for $59

ON1 announced Photo RAW 2026:

  • Masking overhaul: Mask Layers, one‑click Subject/Background masks, cleaner AI edges.
  • Effects upgrades: Favorites & search in Add Filter, Starting Point presets, + four new creative filters.
  • Resize AI 2026 built in: Next‑gen super resolution and noise handling, no separate app or plugin.
  • Extras: Negative Mode for film scans, grayscale support, improved perspective tools, flexible UI.


DxO Labs released several updates ot their products:

  • DxO PhotoLab 9 released
  • DxO PureRAW 5.3 released
  • New cameras and lenses support added:
    • Canon PowerShot VI
    • DJI Mavic 4 Pro
    • Fuji GFX
    • Nikon Coolpix P1100
    • Panasonic S1
    • Panasonic S1 IIE
    • OM System OM 5
    • Canon PowerShot Vl Lens
    • Canon RF 20mm F1.4 L VCM
    • DJI Mavic 4 Pro lens
    • Fuji GFX 100RF Lens
    • Panasonic Lumix S 24-60mm F2.8
    • Samyang AF 14-24mm F2.8 FE (Sony FE)
    • Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN A (Sony FE)
    • Sigma 28-45mm F1.8 DG DN A (L-mount)
    • Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN A (Sony FE)
    • Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 C OSS
    • Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS With SEL TC1.4x
    • Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS with SEL TC2x
  • The new DxO Modules can be found in the following DxO software:
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Mirrorless, DSLR, and compact camera shipments data (2021-2024)


The latest issue of Nikkei Financial Quarterly Report published camera shipments data by manufacturer from 2021 to 2024:

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Rollei: new “We are back” teaser


Rollei has a new “We are back” teaser on social media:

We’re back 🚀 with big plans, new projects, and plenty of analog inspiration.

As of 2015, the Rollei and Rolleiflex brand names are owned by RCP Technik Verwaltungs GmbH, which reorganized into Rollei GmbH & Co. KG on January 1, 2015 (based in Hamburg, Germany).

We have recently seen new lenses and cameras under the Rollei brand – most of them (all?) are probably just licensing deals (see also the Amazon Rollei store and the B&H listings):

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