Digital Photography Review Newsletter: Wednesday, October 21, 2020

In a busy week of software announcements, DxO has launched PhotoLab 4. The photo editing software includes DeepPRIME, a new demosaicing and noise reduction algorithm which promises to breathe new life into your images.

The lineup includes two new DreamColor displays that compete with the UltraSharp monitors Dell launched earlier this month.

Winners and special mentions were recently announced for the 1st annual Paris Aerial Photography Awards. we've rounded them up into a gallery for you to peruse.

The October 2020 release of Premiere Pro adds, amongst other things, the ability to natively edit ProRes Raw video files, something that was previously limited to Windows computers running Nvidia GPUs.

Loupedeck, makers of the popular Loupedeck CT and Loupedeck Live editing devices, has announced a collaboration with Adobe. Loupedeck has released a new free plugin using Adobe's UXP plugin platform introduced in today's Photoshop update.

Canon's EOS R5 is one of the best mirrorless cameras on the market today. But even with its 45MP sensor, 20fps bursts and 8K video, its not without its flaws. Find out all the ups and downs of Canon's latest mirrorless flagship right here.

Jordan takes a closer look at what's new on DJI's RS 2 and RSC 2 gimbals, and how they function in the field, both as tools for videographers and fitness buffs alike. You read that right – get ready for some Tonin' with the Ronin.

Today, embargoes lifted for reviews on the iPhone 12 Pro and, while we don't have a unit to test, we have rounded up a few reviews from various photographers and gadget reviewers from across the web.

Adobe's virtual MAX 2020 conference is underway and Adobe has announced updates to its family of software, including Adobe Photoshop 2021. The newest version of Photoshop includes AI-powered features such as Neural Filters and Sky Replacement.

The prototype tool will provide a way for photojournalists, artists and others to cyptographically sign and embed editing and attribution information to images that have been adjusted or altered.

The second-generation mini camera features the same three-axis stabilization found in its predecessor, but improves image quality with a larger sensor, wider lens and improved audio capture.

The Z 24-50mm F4-6.3 is Nikon's most compact and affordable lens for full-frame Z-mount cameras. While it's certainly not the fastest glass in town, it is respectably sharp for a modern kit lens.

The are piles of educational videos on the Ilford Photo YouTube channel for those wanting to get into black and white film photography and those who just need a refresher.

Adobe has released the latest update to Lightroom Classic, bringing the venerable photo editor and organizer to version 10.0. The new version adds performance improvements, new camera/lens support and more, including a highly anticipated new Color Grading feature.

If you don't mind it being entirely manual, this 35mm F0.95 has a lot to offer in a compact, affordable package.

Pivoting away from camera accessories, bags and tripods, Peak Design is back to crowdfund a new line of smartphone cases and accessories that use a unique dual-purpose mount that makes switching between accessories a literal snap.

The new Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II are iterative updates but with some meaningful improvements. So should you buy one? That very much depends on what you're considering upgrading from, argues Senior Editor and Z7 owner Barnaby Britton.

Having light is critical for photography, but what about the quality of light? Our resident mad scientist, Don Komarechka, explains how different light sources can impact your photos.

All you need is a cool space, a little creative composition and a bit of work in post-production to create these inception-esque drone photos that appear to bend reality.

Meet DPReview's new writer: Roger Cicala, founder of Lensrentals. Be nice – he's doing this for free, for some reason.

The 56th annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition recently announced its winners.

Our team at DPReview TV just finished their review of the Fujifilm X-S10, capturing a lot of images along the way. Take a look at their sample photos from the Canadian Rockies.

Canadian light-painter, bullet-timer and visual artist Eric Paré created a bullet-time rig using 15 Pi cameras synchronised to all shoot at the same moment. The results are pretty cool.

Skylum Software has teased a new feature for its upcoming photo editor, Luminar AI. In 2021, Luminar AI's AI Sky feature will be able to create realistic reflections in water. This feature has been requested by users since Luminar's first AI Sky Replacement tool launched in 2019.

As it has with so many cameras over the past few years, Atomos says it's bringing ProRes RAW recording over HDMI to Nikon's new Z6 II and Z7 II mirrorless camera systems.

Fujifilm's latest entry-level Instax Mini model offers improved auto exposure over its predecessor and a simple-to-use interface. However, fun features and creative controls are mostly absent.

Now, more than three dozen Sony camera systems can be used as webcams with macOS computers using little more than a single USB cable and the latest Imaging Edge Webcam utility.

The free firmware update is set to go live on October 28. Fujifilm claims it will more than double the autofocus performance and dramatically improve the 'hit rate' with a re-written predictive algorithm.

The AI is already available to Azure customers and will be incorporated into multiple Microsoft consumer products later this year.

Fujifilm's latest X-S10 is a likeable, easy-to-control mirrorless camera with some of the company's best tech packed inside it. For users tempted by the Fujifilm ecosystem but turned off by all the dedicated dials, the X-S10 is worth a look.

The Fujifilm X-S10 is perhaps best described as a modern hybrid of several Fujifilm cameras. You get a deep grip in a compact body, in-body stabilization and a mode dial instead of a shutter speed dial. Follow along with us on our guided tour of the X-S10 right here.

The Fujifilm X-S10 is the latest addition to the X-mount family of cameras. It sports a stabilized 26MP X-Trans BSI-CMOS sensor and is capable of producing those lovely JPEG colors we so enjoy.

The Fujifilm X-S10 may have a less retro design than some of its siblings, but it's a very capable camera for both stills and video. Watch our review to find out why Chris and Jordan think this camera hits the sweet spot.

The newly unveiled X-S10 puts imaging components from the X-T4 into a smaller body with a re-designed, 5-axis IBIS unit rated up to six stops when used with many of Fujifilm's XF lenses.

The new Fujinon XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR offers weather-resistance, improved optical image stabilization and a physical aperture ring.

Fujifilm has updated its X-mount lens roadmap, with the promise of an 18mm F1.4 and a 70-300mm F4-5.6 OIS, both due in 2021.

We've delved into what's changed and improved in Nikon's Z6 II and Z7 II, and it's more than just the second card slots. See what we found.

DJI's new RS 2 and RSC 2 gimbals shed weight compared to their predecessors while increasing their payloads. In addition to new and improved shooting modes and accessories, the two gimbals also feature small OLED displays for navigating through shooting modes and more.