New Luminar Neptune has ton of new features including a special “AI filter”

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MacPhun released their latest version of the Luminar Neptune software (Click here). It also has a new kind of AI filter that does all the settings for you. And you save $10 by using our promo code “43RUM” when doing the checkout.

New feature highlights in Luminar Neptune:

Accent AI filter – Uses artificial intelligence to create stunning images with a single slider movement, tapping into the power of dozens of filters.
Quick & Awesome workspace – A workspace consisting of the Accent AI Filter, Saturation & Vibrance and Clarity filters. Perfect for achieving great results in a fun and easy way within seconds.
Plug-in integration with Creative Kit and Aurora HDR 2017 – Seamlessly access favorite features from Macphun’s other photo editing tools.
Brush, Gradient and Radial Gradient tools – Dramatically faster performance yields smoother selective editing.
Vignette filter – Addition of Vignette Styles, Place Center and Pre- and Post-Crop modes delivers even more flexibility to this popular photo finishing tool.
Memory management – Increased overall performance for large files and 5+ simultaneous open images.
User Interface changes – Extensive improvements to in-app animation and mode transitions make for a more pleasing editing experience.
Crop tool update – Ability to specify custom crop sizes bring the ultimate usefulness to cropping.
Local history – Provision for reviewing separate history while in Transform, Denoise, Clone & Stamp modes helps optimize editing.

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a bit of everything…

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Why Do Micro 4/3 Lenses Cost So Much??

GH5 tested at Photoreview.
Battery Grip for LUMIX GH5 Explored — PhotoJoseph
Meet A Pro: Pulitzer Prize Winning Photographer Documents Child Laborers (Olympus visonary on ALC).
Field Test: Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II (Luke Holroyd).
E-M10 Mark II – 2.36M dots OLED Electronic Viewfinder (Olympus UK).
3 Recommended Camera Cases For Checked Luggage (ALC).
NAB 2017: Top 5 Audio Picks (Explora)

Plenty of news on the facebook E-M1II group and the GH5 group.

Orlando:Please check out my GH5 Anamorphic tests:
6K Photo Mode, 4K 60P and 30P, HFR 180FPS
https://vimeo.com/212698897
Testing GH5 Anamorphic with Cinelike V and Rec709L
https://vimeo.com/212370866

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(FT4) Olympus will slow down the release cycle of their cameras

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A trusted source told me that Olympus pans to slow down the release cycle of their cameras. This is a measure to control costs. The focus will be on firmware updates and on lens releases.


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Micro Four Thirds Lenses – Top 7 m43 lenses I Use with Panasonic GH5 (4k)

Best Backpacking Cameras 2017 at Imaging Resource.
SLR Magic Anamorphot 1,33x 40 Adapter – A Beginner’s Perspective and First Look (Cinema5D).
New Filter Adapter ring for the LX9 (DC.watch).
Data Management and Workflow for Photographers (ALC).
Anita Kram Explores the Magic of Nature with Lensbaby Lenses (Explora).

Plenty of news on the facebook E-M1II group and the GH5 group.

Ker:Now still many ppl think that m43 not suitable for milkyway shoot. I would like to share my milkyway shoot with u by using PEN-F+8mmf1.8 Fisheye Pro. Setting : ISO3200 F1.8 30s. Flickr link for HD: https://flic.kr/p/Kpc9tk

CameraProject:We took the GH5 out to test not only it’s video capability, which everyone else is talking about but also look at it’s stills performance. Unfortunately, along the way, we ran into some SD card troubles, which we talk more about in the video. Check out our tests of the GH5, it’s autofocus, low-light and other key features in the iconic Brooklyn Bridge Park overlooking the Manhattan skyline. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtJ2dHR3NoM

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Leica 8-18mm lens in Stock at Amazon

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The new Leica 8-18mm lens is in Stock via third party sellers at Amazon (Click here). Amazon itself will start shipping it out on June 18.

Reminder:
New long list of Panasonic (Click here) and Olympus (Click here) deals. These do inlcude new deals on the E-m1II at BHphoto and GetOlympus.
The Panasonic G7 got a $100 price drop and sells for $497 at Amazon, Bhphoto and Adorama.
Up to $900 off on GH4 bundles at BHphoto.
Up to $700 off on E-M1II bundles at BHphoto.
Up to $500 off on E-M10II bundles at BHphoto.
Up to $80 off on Rokinon MFT lenses at BHphoto.

Adorama launched new big savings on SLR Magic stuff:
SLR Magic 8mm f/4.0 Ultra Wide Angle Lens for Micro Four Thirds Cameras – $269 (Reg Price $349)
SLR Magic 17mm T1.6 Lens Micro Four Thirds Mount + SLR Magic 52mm MK II Variable Neutral Density 0.7 to 1.8 Filter – $299 (Reg Price $499)
SLR Magic 35mm T 0.95 Hyperprime Cine Lens  – $899 (Reg Price $1,299)
SLR Magic 50mm T 0.95 Hyperprime Cine Lens MFT (Micro Four Thirds) Mount – $699 (Reg Price $999)
SLR Magic Anamorphot 1.33x 40 Anamorphic Adapter for MFT and Super 35/APS-C – $639 (Reg Price $799)
SLR Magic 50mm T2.8 2x Anamorphot-CINE Lens with MFT Mount – $2599 (Reg price $3099)
SLR Magic 52mm MK II Variable Neutral Density (ND) Filter – 0.7 to 1.8 (2.3 to 6 stops) – $109 (Reg Price $159)
SLR Magic 62mm MK II Variable Neutral Density (ND) Filter – 0.7 to 1.8 (2.3 to 6 stops) – $119 (Reg Price $169)
SLR Magic 77mm MK II Variable Neutral Density (ND) Filter – 0.7 to 1.8 (2.3 to 6 stops) – $129 (Reg Price $179)
SLR Magic 82mm MK II Variable Neutral Density (ND) Filter – 0.7 to 1.8 (2.3 to 6 stops) – $139 (Reg Price $189)

 

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New info about the AXIOM Beta Open Source MFT mount camera

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Cinema5D interviewed the project leader of AXIOM Sebastian Pichelhofer. As you may recall this is an Open Source camera which comes in different mount including passive MFT mount.

Some key info:

  • Over 500 people backed their successful Indiegogo campaign
  • Magic Lantern was assigned to develop the “color science” behind the camera
  • The camera will actually have a few “color science options” to choose from, making it possible to change “film stock” at the click of a button
  • The philosophy of building a “Lego-type camera” hasn’t changed. One will be able to mix and match between different components like lens bayonets, sensor types and such
  • Two kinds of camera enclosures are in the making: a “Lite” 3D-printed version for users who need it now, and a robust version made of aluminium that will serve the majority of future users
  • The guys at Apertus are looking at an SD RAID recording solution for their camera, where users can swap the cards according to their needs themselves
  • EVERYTHING is open to the community to inspect and check, from cost of materials to the actual development status. See full details at the Apertus site here
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