HEIPI announced a new still & video tripod W58 (currently 15% off)



After the popular 3-in-1 travel tripod that raised over a million dollars on Kickstarter two years ago, HEIPI has not only launched the upgraded W28S, but also recently unveiled the groundbreaking W58 tripod with a revolutionary structure:

  • HEIPI Xpod Pro Still-Video Tripod (W58): this professional-grade tripod comes with a 2-in-1 Hybrid Head for Photography and Videography, offering a lighter alternative to traditional fluid heads while allowing instant switching to a 360° ball head mode. It also integrates both a quick-release system and a traditional locking knob system.

   

All HEIPI products are currently 15% off:


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New TTAr­ti­san 35mm optical viewfinder announced ($49)



TTAr­ti­san released a new 35mm optical viewfinder priced at $49. 

Additional information is available here:

TTAr­ti­san released a new 35mm optical viewfinder ($49)

 

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New Brightin Star 50mm f/1.4 III APS-C manual focus lens for MFT announced


Brightin Star announced a new 50mm f/1.4 III APS-C manual focus lens for MFT cameras. Here are the details:

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New OM System and Panasonic Lumix price increases coming to the US



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

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

If you are planning on purchasing any new gear, now would be a good time to do so:

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New OM SYSTEM Sofortrabatt & Cashback started in Europe


New OM SYSTEM Sofortrabatt & cashback programs were introduced in Europe:

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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:

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OM System continues to be in the red in 2024: operating profit expected to be -¥1.2 billion yen



The latest issue of Nikkei Financial Quarterly Report indicates that OM System continues to be in the red in 2024, with sales of 36.6 billion yen and operating profit of -1.2 billion yen:

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