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The latest releases and offers from Skylum Luminar and DxO Nik Collection

From July 24 to August 3, 2025, Skylum is offering an exclusive 20% off coupon code for Luminar on top of the current Summer Sale prices: “J20-RUMORS“. Here are the details on the summer sale:
- Luminar Neo Lifetime (desktop only) $119: includes Luminar Neo + free 100 creative add-ons + free Neo video course worth $79
- Cross-device Lifetime (desktop and mobile) $159: includes Luminar Neo desktop + Luminar mobile + free 100 creative add-ons + free Neo video course worth $79
- Cross-device Lifetime (desktop and mobile) + X membership (presets, luts and courses for 1 year) $169: includes Luminar Neo desktop + Luminar mobile + free 100 creative add-ons + free Neo video course worth $79 + X membership

DxO has released Nik Collection 8.1 with a special offer until July 27: purchase or upgrade to Nik Collection 8.1, and you’ll receive DxO PhotoLab 8 or DxO ViewPoint 5 for free. Here’s what’s new in 8.1:
- Original Image Comparison in Silver Efex: Toggle instantly between your edited black-and-white version and the original color photo. Perfect for fine-tuning your vision with total confidence.
- Performance & Stability Enhancements: Enjoy a faster, more reliable experience across all plugins, with smoother editing from start to finish.
Sony Japan: the RX1R III could be delayed because of high demand, while the camera is sitting in stock at Amazon

Sony Japan issued a statement about the latest Sony RX1R III camera, indicating that becuase of the high demand, deliveries could be delayed:
“We began accepting orders for the RX1R III (DSC-RX1RM3) full-frame compact camera with integrated lens and related accessories on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. We have received many more orders than we expected, so it may take some time for your products to be delivered.”
At the same the Sony RX1R III is sitting in stock at Amazon untouched (Sony RX1R III: is it worth the hype?):
Jared Polin rants about the RX1R III camera: “Sony, you are not Leica”
New: Fujifilm X100VI “Slim Skin” case by Akaralabs



Akaralabs released a new “Slim Skin” case for the Fujifilm X100VI camera:
- Integrated Thumb Grip: Both versions include a built-in thumb grip to dramatically improve handling and stability
- Sits Perfectly Flat: We removed the bottom mounting screw, so your camera sits flat on any surface without wobbling
- Quick-Release Design: The case can be removed in seconds for access to the battery and SD card
- Secure Attachment: Our in-house developed “push-fit” mount uses the camera’s tripod thread to hold the case securely in place during use
- Two different versions are available: gripped and non-gripped
Check the product page for additional informtion.

You can use promo code “LEICARUMORS” for a discount during checkout.
Akaralabs makes “Slim Skin” cases for several other camera models:
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Lomography announced three new Petzval Art lenses: 35mm f/2, 55mm f/1.7, and 80.5mm f/1.9 (RF/Z/E mount)


Today, Lomography officially announced the previously reported Petzval Art lenses (check for pre-order options at Adorama):
Five new Petzval lenses were on display at the 2025 CP+ show (not officially announced yet)
- Joseph Petzval 35mm f/2 – MSRP: 599 EUR/USD
- Joseph Petzval 55mm f/1.7 – MSRP: 599 EUR/USD
- Joseph Petzval 80.5mm f/1.9 – MSRP: 599 EUR/USD
Additional information on the new lenses:
Insta360 Antigravity drone coming soon with a new “Sphere” accessory for attaching 360 camera


Insta360 will soon announce their new Antigravity drone (previously reported here) – many of the social media accounts are already created:



A new “Insta360 Sphere” accessory also leaked online – you will be able to attach a 360 camera to the new Antigravity drone:









































