Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI version 5.2 released and is now on sale

By [NR] admin | Published: October 22, 2020


In my last post, in addition to the new versions of Capture One Pro 21, DxO PhotoLab 4, Photoshop 22, and Lightroom 10, I forgot to mention the new version 5.2 of Topaz Labs Gigapixel AI that was just released today. With Gigapixel AI you can enlarge images up to 600% without losing detail and preserving image quality.

Users with expired licenses of Gigapixel AI can purchase a one-year license renewal for $49.

You can get an additional 15% off with code RUMORS15 on all Topaz Labs products.

Here is what’s new in Gigapixel AI version 5.2:

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Manfrotto announced new battery and charger for Nikon cameras

By [NR] admin | Published: October 22, 2020


Manfrotto is now in the battery business and announced new battery and chargers for Nikon cameras

   
Manfrotto lithium-ion battery for Nikon cameras (7V, 2000mAh) – will work with Nikon D500, D600, D7000, D7100, D7200, D800, D800E, D810, and V1 cameras.

 
Manfrotto ProCUBE twin charger for select Nikon batteries (Nikon EN-EL14, EN-EL15, and EN-EL25 )

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New photo editing software: Capture One Pro 21, DxO PhotoLab 4, Photoshop 22, Lightroom 10

By [NR] admin | Published: October 22, 2020



Capture One Pro 21 is now available for pre-order for existing customers. Several different upgrade/purchase options are available depending on the version owned (you will need to login to your account in order to upgrade):

  • Users on version 12 or older who upgrade to Capture One 20 will get the next version Capture One 21 included in their purchase.
  • Capture One 20 users can pre-order the next version 21 at a 20% discounted price and as a bonus get a free Sample Styles pack (use code PREORDER2020 for the 20% off – available only for current Capture One 20 users)



Yesterday DxO released PhotoLab 4 – a major update of their photo-editing software (see all key features here). A free trial can be downloaded here. The full press release is available here. During the launch, DxO has a special promo offer – 30% off on new purchases and upgrades (until November 19):


Several new releases from Adobe:

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The new menu options of the Nikon Z6 II & Nikon Z7 II cameras (video)

By [NR] admin | Published: October 22, 2020


Ricci remains the only source of information on new Nikon products before shipping starts. In his latest video, he covers the Nikon Z6 II & Nikon Z7 II menu options and changes:

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Nikon Z5 full spectrum camera for astronomy, UV and IR photography announced

By [NR] admin | Published: October 22, 2020


Primalucelab announced a new Nikon Z5 full spectrum camera for astronomy, UV, and IR photography. The camera is based on the Nikon Z5 and can capture astronomical, infrared, ultra-violet, and traditional photography all with one camera:

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This third-party battery grip for Nikon Z6/Z7 cameras has a shutter button

By [NR] admin | Published: October 21, 2020



There are multiple third-party battery grips for Nikon Z6/Z7 cameras listed for sale on eBay with a shutter release button that connects to the camera with a cable. The original Nikon MB-N10 for the z6/z7 is just a battery pack and doesn’t have any controls. The new Nikon MB-N11 for the Z6II/Z7II does have controls (see this post for more information).

Addition al information on the Mcoplus vertical battery grip for Nikon Z6/Z7 cameras:

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The new Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8 S mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount may start shipping next week

By [NR] admin | Published: October 20, 2020


The new Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8 S mirrorless lens for Z-mount may start shipping at the end of October as reported by the Japanese website capa.getnavi.jp and Adorama product listing. The official Nikon press release and stores like B&H and Amazon still list November as the expected shipping date.

Nikkor Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S lens pre-order links:

Additional pictures of the new Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8 t lens:

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