Weekly Nikon news flash #791



New Nikon Z6 III bracket and plate by Kirkphoto (see also the previously reported SmallRig option):

TopCine L plate for Nikon Z6III for $39.



 

→ Lens/tripod collar for the Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens: Haoge | Kirk Photo | Leofoto | more options available here.



→ The new LIT DUO 1 lightmeter for video/photo raised almost $800k on Kickstarter with another 9 days to go.



→ Topaz Labs released Photo AI version 3.1.0 with new Autopilot Suggestions and major quality improvements across the board. Topaz also made improvements to the speed of masking and preview rendering in the app. Additional information is available here.



→ In addition to Video AI Pro, Topaz also released a new Gigapixel PRO version for professionals with high-quality upscaling, commercial licensing, and CLI support. Additional information is available here.



→ ON1 released Photo RAW 2024 version 2024.5.1, which includes some enhancements and new AI models for noise reduction. ON1 Photo RAW 2024 is currently up to 50% off with coupon SUMMER24 (expires July 30th). Additional information is available here.



→ Adobe released the July update for Photoshop that includes many new features, including a prompt AI image generator (additional information):

The latest Adobe CC subscription plan rates can be found here. The different Adobe Creative Cloud options are described here. Additional information on Photoshop and Lightroom is available on this page. Adobe Creative Cloud subscription can be purchased directly from B&H Photo or Amazon.



→ Hobolite announced new Avant Max and Mini Max Bi-Color LED lighting kits (for additional information and international shipping, check the official Hobolite website).



Nikon Live Experience in Sydney will run over five days, from July 31st to August 4th. It will include workshops, keynotes, and a chance to experience Nikon equipment in person.

The latest YouTube videos after the break:

→ Nikon Z6 III video flickering issue.

→ Nikon Z6 III: should Sony, Canon & Panasonic be scared right now?

→ N-RAW explained.