Skylum Luminar 2018 update 1.3.0 released


The Skylum Luminar 2018 update 1.3.0 is now available for free - it includes numerous features enhancements and bug fixes for the Windows and Mac versions. The next time you launch Luminar, it should prompt you to update the software. You can also manually check for the update:

  • Mac: Please choose Luminar 2018 > Check for updates
  • Windows: Please choose Help > Check for updates

Here is what's new:

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Deal of the day: 10% off any tech item on eBay (up to $100)


New eBay coupon for today only: 10% off with coupon code PRIMOTECH for any tech purchase (up to $100 in savings).


For more photography deals, follow @PhotogDeals on Facebook or Twitter.

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Nikon Coolpix P1000 camera with 24-3000mm 125x zoom, 4k video and RAW support announced

Nikon announced a new superzoom Coolpix P1000 camera with 125x zoom lens (24-3000mm f/2.8-8), 4K UHD video, 16MP sensor, 7 fps, 5-stops VR and RAW files support.

Pre-orders are now open at:

B&H | Amazon | Adorama | WEX |Park Camera

Main technical specifications:

  • NIKKOR 24-3000mm Lens (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8-8
  • 16MP BSI CMOS Sensor
  • EXPEED Image Processor
  • ISO 100-6400
  • 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF
  • 3.2" 921k-Dot Vari-Angle LCD Monitor
  • 4K UHD Video Recording
  • SnapBridge via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
  • Auto, Aperture, Shutter, Manual Modes

Additional information can be found here:

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Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens will start shipping in September-November


FujiAddict reports that the new Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens will start shipping in the September - November timeframe. There is still no reliable info on when the Fujinon XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR lens will start shipping.

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June’s BCN ranking camera sales report: the top 11 spots taken by Nikon and Canon


BCN ranking published their top-selling cameras report for the month of June. The first 11 spots are all taken by Nikon and Canon (the first Sony camera is at the #15 spot, the first Fuji camera is at the #45 spot out of 50).

As far as I know, BCN collects sales data from approximately 2/3 of all Japanese retail stores.

Another interesting data is the Canon market share over the years (Canon has been at the #1 spot in the world market for 15 consecutive years):

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Kodak Professional Pro Image 100 film coming to Europe


Kodak Alaris will start selling their Kodak Professional Pro Image 100 film in Europe. Additional information on the film is available here.

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Yashica digiFilm camera update

The company behind the Yashica digiFilm camera released a new video demonstrating the capabilities of the upcoming camera:

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What else is new?

Additional Nikon mirrorless full frame camera specifications (AF and more)

Nikon mirrorless camera specs recap

Interview with Leica about future cameras

Leica M10 Zagato limited edition camera now shipping (unboxing pictures)

New Godox 400WS AD400 PRO Announced

Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD Firmware Update Ver 2 (Improves Known Issues For Autofocus)

MFT Simulator Updated With Lates MFT Equipment

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