DxO just rolled out major improvements to all three apps — and you can save 15%!

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DxO has released major updates for three of its products — and the best part is, you can now get 15% off with our exclusive checkout code “Rumors15”!

 

DxO PureRAW 5.5 -> 15% off with our code “Rumors15”

  • The third generation of DxO’s pioneering technology, DeepPRIME 3, delivers unprecedented image quality — free of noise and with exceptional color rendering — for images captured at high ISO levels.
  • DeepPRIME XD technology is designed for the most demanding files captured in challenging conditions. It not only removes noise but also extracts outstanding detail from RAW files. Introduced in DxO PureRAW 5, DeepPRIME XD3 for X-Trans brings DxO’s most advanced denoising to Fujifilm users.
  • Exclusive to DxO software and backed by over 20 years of research, DxO Modules automatically optimize lens sharpness and correct distortion, vignetting, and chromatic aberration for more than 100,000 camera and lens combinations.
  • New in DxO PureRAW 5.5, integration with Photoshop’s Smart Filters gives users complete control, allowing them to revisit DxO PureRAW settings at any time.

DxO PhotoLab 9.2 -> 15% off with our code “Rumors15”

  • Re-organizable masks with improved labelling — With this update, users gain even greater control over their local adjustments. Masks and sub-masks can now be freely reordered, making it easier to keep complex edits organized and intuitive. When a mask is duplicated, the software automatically labels the new version with a sequential number, saving time and avoiding confusion. These refinements streamline workflows and help photographers stay focused on the creative process.
  • New PhotoLibrary filters — File management and image curation become even more efficient in DxO PhotoLab 9.2 thanks to three new filters designed to speed up how photographers locate their work. Alongside existing options, users can now instantly display only Unedited Images, quickly isolate Edited Images, or focus specifically on Edited Images featuring Local corrections. These filters simplify navigation and editing across large photo libraries.
  • Improved History panel for Windows — Already available on macOS, the History panel now remembers every step of an edit even after the software is closed and reopened. Windows users can step back to any point in their workflow across multiple sessions, ensuring complete editing continuity.

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  • Effortless workflow — Nik Collection 8 integrates seamlessly with Adobe Photoshop and works efficiently alongside DxO PhotoLab, Adobe Lightroom Classic, and Affinity Photo.
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OM and Panasonic launched new massive rebates: Up to $500 off on cameras and lenses!

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We have new Holiday savings!

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Reminder: You now save up to 77% on the Luminar Neo software (Click here). Add our checkout code “SAR” to get additional 10 Dollar/Euro discount!

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€21,500 Full Frame vs €4,800 Micro Four Thirds: Is the Price Difference Worth It?

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Our friends at Amazing Nature Alpha just released a fascinating comparison between two extreme wildlife setups: a Sony full-frame kit with the FE 600mm f/4 mounted on the Sony Alpha 1 II and an OM System OM-1 Mark II paired with the 300mm f/4 PRO IS. The price difference is staggering — but how big is the gap in real image quality?

The Two Systems Compared

  • Sony FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS + Sony Alpha 1 II – Cost: ~21,500 € | Weight: ~4.4 kg | Resolution: 50 MP full-frame | Advantages: unmatched detail, shallow depth of field, less noise, superior autofocus | Drawbacks: extremely heavy, extremely expensive
  • OM System OM-1 Mark II + M.Zuiko 300mm f/4 PRO IS – Equivalent field of view: 600mm f/4 | Cost: ~4,900 € (bundle) | Weight: ~2.1 kg | Resolution: 20 MP MFT stacked sensor | Advantages: lightweight, compact, excellent IBIS, macro-friendly, great for handheld wildlife | Drawbacks: less resolution, noisier files, AF not as consistent, bokeh less creamy

Real-World Results

In side-by-side tests, the Sony setup files clearly look cleaner, sharper, and smoother in the background. The OM System OM-1 Mark II images are slightly grainier and have more depth of field — sometimes even an advantage (for macro or subjects on different planes). Still, the difference is much smaller than expected, especially for web or social media use.

Price and Practicality

With the OM System you could buy the 150–400mm f/4.5 PRO with built-in teleconverter and still save around 9,000 € compared to the Sony kit. That’s a second lens and a small used car for the same money!

Conclusion

Both systems are excellent and have their place: Sony full frame → for those who want the absolute best image quality, shallowest depth of field, and can handle the cost and weight. OM System Micro Four Thirds → for those who want portability, value, and flexibility while still getting outstanding images. Ultimately, the question is: is the full frame system really worth paying more than 4× the price?

Gear Links

OM System OM-1 Mark II – B&H, Amazon, Adorama, FotoKoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, WexUK
OM System M.Zuiko 300mm f/4 PRO IS – B&H, Amazon, Adorama, FotoKoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, WexUK
OM System M.Zuiko 150–400mm f/4.5 PRO TC – B&H, Amazon, Adorama, FotoKoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, WexUK
Sony Alpha 1 II – B&H, Amazon, Adorama, FotoKoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, WexUK
Sony FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS – B&H, Amazon, Adorama, FotoKoch, Foto Erhardt, Calumet, WexUK

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October wildlife photography inspiration with OM SYSTEM photographer Elmeri Juuti

Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
Olympus E-M5 + 17mm f/1.8 — The Micro Four Thirds Magic! (Maurice Mercado)
Micro Four Thirds Lens That Doesn’t Break the Bank! Wide angle!! (James Morrissey)
Best Gifts for Nature Photographers (Explora).
Masters of Photography Platform: Learning from Legends at Your Own Pace (42West).

Plenty of news on the facebook OMD group, Panasonic FF and the GH5 group.
I kindly invite you all to follow me on Youtube, Instagram, Threads for more broader camera talk.

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