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DxO releases PureRAW 5 image-processing software with expanded performance and greater precision

Applications Editorial Team -
Version 5 of DxO PureRaw 5 introduces powerful local adjustments, allowing photographers to fine-tune noise reduction and lens sharpness optimization with absolute precision...

The Macfilos Podcast: You heard it here first, thanks to NotebookLM

Applications Keith James -
Using the new Google product, NotebookLM, you can convert a written article into a podcast. Imagine that, a podcast version of a Macfilos story. It's true, hearing is believing.

Computational photography is taking over the world…

Applications Jason Murray -
Computational photography technology is reaching into every aspect of modern photography, with smartphones leading the way. It's a great time to be a photographer.

Leica acquires Fjorden and launches new Leica Lux smartphone application to mimic M lenses

Accessories Jason Murray -
Leica today announced the acquisition of Fjorden Electra SA, the Norwegian iPhone developer. Simultaneously, a new Leica Lux application was launched in the Apple App Store, representing the first product of the new partnership. Fjorden was founded by Dr Victor Henning in Oslo in 2020 with the aim of developing iPhone apps and accessories for the global market.

Lightroom Lens Blur: Useful tool or distracting gimmick?

Applications Keith James -
Can a computational algorithm convert an image created at f/11 to one that convincingly resembles a photo shot at f/2? Keith has a close look at the new Lightroom Lens Blur feature

Noises Off: Breaking the exposure triangle paradigm with AI denoising

Applications Keith James -
AI denoising is a new feature in Adobe Lightroom that removes noise in images using machine learning technology. The article discusses this new capability and shows examples of images before and after it has been applied.

AI tools in Lightroom and Photoshop: A shipwreck on the rocks of New South Wales

Applications John Shingleton -
Artificial Intelligence is never out of the news these days. Some even believe it will be the cause of Armageddon. John Shingleton drinks the Kool-Aid during a brief play with new AI tools incorporated in LightRoom Classic and PhotoShop...

Back to basics with the MacBook Air

Apple Mike Evans -
Mike break's a long-standing aversion to buying the basic computer. Instead of ticking all the upgrade boxes, he's chosen the cheapest, the most basic MacBook Air. Will it prove sensible or will he regret that 256GB disk in particular...
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LEICA MOMENTS

Getting the best deal when buying and selling Leica equipment

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Ever wondered how much your interest in photography costs you? Good bookkeeping and prudent management of your gear can keep those costs low.

Leica’s Latest Financials: Best results in company history

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Leica reveals a strong financial performance in its core Photography segment. Leica's financial results are the best in the company's long history.

Cropping Part 2: Enhancing cropped images using Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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Gigapixel AI, from Topaz Labs, offers photographers the opportunity to digitally enhance heavily cropped images. In this article, the author explains how to use it and illustrates its impact using several wildlife shots.

All About M: Highlights from the 45th Leitz Auction on 23 November 2024

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Catalogues of the top auctions represent a remarkably efficient way of learning about the history of cameras and photography. The 45th Leitz Auction to be held in Vienna on 23 November 2024 is no exception to this, particularly in relation to Leitz/Leica items…

The Leica Q3 43 goes to Crete and becomes the noumero ena for travel

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I received the Q3 43 when I visited Wetzlar in August. I spent all my time with it until we went to Crete on September 23, by which time I had written my article and selected the pictures for the release date three days later...

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Sigma BF Announced: Could this surprise camera be your new L-Mount Best Friend?

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Leica M11 Family: Firmware 2.2.1 rectifies freezing and Contact Credentials issues

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Leica Launches the Summilux-M 50 f/1.4: Another retro gem in the Classic Line

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Leica has teamed up with Burton Snowboards to bring us a special edition of the Leica Sofort 2 instant camera…

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