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DxO announces two softwares
For Mac and Windows, DxO PhotoLab 5 Essential Edition is £129, the Elite Edition is £199. The second software is DxO FilmPack 6, designed to recreate the look of iconic analogue films, now with Kodak Ektachrome Infrared and Polaroid 600. Available for Mac and PC, the Essential Edition is £75, the Elite Edition is £129. dxo.com
DxO PhotoLab 5 offers better local adjustments and a more powerful PhotoLibrary. It has a modified DeepPRIME denoising tool and, for the first time, supports Fujifilm X-Trans sensors (Beta). It has been enhanced for better processing and export times, which are now up to 4x faster for Apple M1 Mac users, and 1.5x faster for the most advanced Windows devices.
It’s a busy month for the tech giant, launching the A7 IV – a powerful full-frame model – two flashguns and a GMaster lens Sony’s hybrid aims for the top
Panasonic all-rounder Panasonic has added a fourth f/1.8 lens to its family of fast primes, with the Lumix S 35mm f/1.8 joining 24mm, 50mm and 85mm L-Mounts. An 18mm f/1.8 is in development. The 35mm f/1.8 has 11 elements in focusing, a 67mm filter thread and a design that is both dust and splash resistant. This lens is available to order now with a price tag of £579. panasonic.co.uk
also incorporate an ELD aspherical element to suppress chromatic and spherical aberration. The f/2.8 maximum aperture, combined with its 11-blade circular aperture unit, enables the creation of smooth bokeh effects. Flare and ghosting are also reduced by Sony’s Nano AR Coating II, which prevents unwanted reflections. The newly improved autofocus is the standout feature of this lens, offering four Sony XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors, delivering precise and rapid AF up to four times faster than its predecessor. Available now, the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II retails at £2599. sony.co.uk
£370, respectively. These two wireless flashes offer continuous shooting flash performance of up to 200 times at 10fps for the HVL-F60RM2, and 60 times for the HVL-F46RM. The flashes are resistant to overheating and incorporate a set of four Ni-MH batteries that can power up to 240 flashes, with a 1.7sec recycle time for the HVL-F60RM2, and up to 320 flashes with a 2sec recycle time for the HVL-F46RM. Finally, Sony has launched the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II. Two ELD (extra-low dispersion) and two super ELD glass elements have been added to reduce chromatic aberration and prevent colour bleeding. This is the first lens in the Alpha system to
THE A7 IV is a 33-megapixel full- frame camera, ideal for imaging enthusiasts and professionals working in a range of environments. It uses the latest Bionz X processing engine and advanced AF capabilities, including Real-time Eye. The camera is based on the flagship Alpha 1 model, with the addition of streamlined operability and enhanced reliability for photos and video. The camera is well-equipped with features that meet the growing demand for remote communication. The A7 IV will be released this December, priced at £2399 body only. The two new flashguns – the HVL-F60RM2 and HVL-F46RM – are available now, retailing at £550 and
nine groups, with three ELD lenses and three aspherical. The latter helps produce beautiful bokeh with its nine- blade diaphragm, while the former suppresses chromatic aberrations. Autofocusing is smooth and silent, while a mechanism keeps focus breathing to minimal levels. Other key features include 24cm minimum
Punks upgrade The 3 Legged Thing Punks 2.0 range – which go by the name of Corey, Travis, Billy and Brian – are versatile tripods, with three detachable legs that can be turned into a monopod or boom. better maximum height. Travis 2.0 is beginner- friendly, suitable for a wide range of genres, with magnesium alloy body. Or, if you prefer a lighter option, the carbon-fibre Billy 2.0 is a good choice. 3 Legged Thing has revamped its Punks range, with improved build, better stability and bold new looks
The Corey and Travis retail at £199.99, while the carbon-fibre Billy and Brian sell for £289.95 and £299.95, respectively. 3leggedthing.com
Each caters to different needs. Corey 2.0 is an ultra-compact tripod made with aerospace- grade magnesium alloy, while Brian 2.0 is great for travel, boasting a pure carbon-fibre body and
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