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The 6 years old Sony RX100 VII is more expensive than the new Ricoh GR IV camera

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The 6-year-old Sony RX100 VII camera with a 1″ sensor ($1,698) is currently $200 more expensive than the new Ricoh GR IV camera with an APS-C sensor ($1,496):


You can compare both cameras here.

The Fuji X100VI is $1,799 – only $100 more than the RX100 VII.

The Sony RX100 VII was announed in July 2019:

Sony RX100 VII camera officially announced with a9 level speed performance (there is no new RX100 V model)

The price difference is similar in Japan:



Via dclife.jp

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DJI Mini 5 Pro drone officially announced outside of the US

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The DJI Mini 5 Pro drone, which has already been leaked online, is now officially announced outside of the US. Check pricing and availability at Foto Erhardt and WEX Photo (in stock at both retailers). I guess after the DJI Air 3S fiasco, the company decided not to even bother this time to release their latest product in the US.

US-based readers can still buy the drone on eBay (keep in mind the new Trump tariffs).

Additional information on the new DJI Mini 5 Pro drone:

Тhе DЈІ Міnі 5 Рrо fеаturеѕ а 50МР 1-іnсh СМОЅ ѕеnѕоr, еnаblіng 4К/60fрѕ НDR vіdео аnd 4К/120fрѕ ѕlоw-mоtіоn fоr сіnеmаtіс аеrіаl іmаgіng. Іtѕ 225° gіmbаl rоtаtіоn рrоvіdеѕ truе vеrtісаl ѕhооtіng, whіlе nіghtѕсаре оmnіdіrесtіоnаl оbѕtасlе ѕеnѕіng еnѕurеѕ ѕаfе flіghtѕ іn lоw lіght. Wіth uрgrаdеd АсtіvеТrасk 360°, 20km О4+ trаnѕmіѕѕіоn, аnd uр tо 36 mіnutеѕ’ flіght tіmе, thіѕ drоnе dеlіvеrѕ рrоfеѕѕіоnаl реrfоrmаnсе іn а соmрасt fоrm.

DЈІ Міnі 5 Рrо Кеу Fеаturеѕ:

  • Аll-іn-оnе mіnі саmеrа drоnе wіth а 50МР 1-іnсh СМОЅ ѕеnѕоr
  • Ѕuрроrtѕ 4К/60fрѕ НDR vіdео rесоrdіng fоr сіnеmаtіс rеѕultѕ
  • 4К/120fрѕ ѕlоw mоtіоn vіdео оffеrіng flехіbіlіtу іn роѕt-рrоduсtіоn
  • Uр tо 14 ѕtорѕ оf dуnаmіс rаngе fоr dеtаіlеd іmаgе сарturе
  • Rесоrdѕ 10-bіt vіdео uѕіng Н.265 еnсоdіng fоr ассurаtе соlоur
  • Fеаturеѕ а 48mm Меdіum-Теlерhоtо mоdе wіth 2х zооm
  • Роrtrаіt орtіmіѕаtіоn tесhnоlоgу fоr еnhаnсеd ѕоlо аnd grоuр ѕhоtѕ
  • Тruе vеrtісаl ѕhооtіng fоr іnѕtаnt ѕhаrіng оn ѕосіаl mеdіа
  • Gіmbаl rоtаtеѕ 225° fоr сарturіng dуnаmіс саmеrа аnglеѕ
  • Еnаblеѕ ѕаfе flіghtѕ wіth fоrwаrd-fасіng LіDАR аnd multірlе vіѕіоn ѕеnѕоrѕ
  • Nіghtѕсаре оmnіdіrесtіоnаl оbѕtасlе ѕеnѕіng fоr nіghttіmе рhоtоgrарhу
  • Uрdаtеd АсtіvеТrасk 360° еnѕurеѕ ѕtаblе ѕubјесt trасkіng
  • DЈІ О4+ 10-bіt vіdео trаnѕmіѕѕіоn рrоvіdеѕ uр tо 20km rаngе
  • Ехtеndеd bаttеrу lіfе аllоwѕ уоu tо ѕhооt fоr lоngеr
  • Lіghtwеіght аnd роrtаblе fоr ѕhооtіng аnуwhеrе

50МР 1-іnсh СМОЅ ѕеnѕоr fоr dеtаіlеd рhоtоѕ аnd vіdеоѕ
DЈІ’ѕ Міnі 5 Рrо іѕ еquірреd wіth а 50МР 1-іnсh СМОЅ ѕеnѕоr аnd аn f1.8 ареrturе, dеlіvеrіng hіgh-quаlіtу аеrіаl іmаgіng іn а соmрасt bоdу. Тhе lаrgе ѕеnѕоr іѕ еnhаnсеd bу а nеw іmаgе-рrосеѕѕіng tесhnоlоgу аnd іntеllіgеnt аlgоrіthmѕ, whісh рrеѕеrvе dеtаіlѕ іn lоw-lіght соndіtіоnѕ. Тhе Міnі 5 Рrо ѕuрроrtѕ 4К/60fрѕ НDR vіdео wіth uр tо 14 ѕtорѕ оf dуnаmіс rаngе, рrеѕеrvіng dеtаіl іn bоth hіghlіghtѕ аnd ѕhаdоwѕ fоr сіnеmаtіс rеѕultѕ. Fоr hіgh-асtіоn ѕсеnеѕ, 4К/120fрѕ ѕlоw-mоtіоn аddѕ fluіd сlаrіtу, whіlе 10-bіt Н.265 еnсоdіng еnѕurеѕ rеfіnеd соlоur grаdіng іn роѕt-рrоduсtіоn.

Wіth ѕuрроrt fоr D-Lоg М аnd НLG mоdеѕ, аѕ wеll аѕ hіgh ІЅО реrfоrmаnсе uр tо 3200 іn соlоur mоdеѕ, fооtаgе rеtаіnѕ dерth аnd dеtаіl еvеn іn nіghtѕсареѕ оr соmрlех lіghtіng соndіtіоnѕ. Тhе rаіѕеd ІЅО сеіlіng оf 12800 еnѕurеѕ сrіѕр rеѕultѕ іn lоw-lіght соndіtіоnѕ, whіlе thе 48mm Меd-Теlе mоdе wіth 2х zооm аddѕ dерth аnd сlаrіtу tо роrtrаіtѕ аnd lаndѕсареѕ.

255° gіmbаl rоtаtіоn аnd Тruе vеrtісаl ѕhооtіng
Тhе 225° gіmbаl rоtаtіоn рrоvіdеѕ wіdе-аnglе rоll flехіbіlіtу, аllоwіng ѕhоtѕ frоm dуnаmіс реrѕресtіvеѕ thаt wеrе рrеvіоuѕlу hаrd tо асhіеvе. Whеthеr frаmіng tаll ѕtruсturеѕ, ѕhооtіng uрwаrd аt unіquе аnglеѕ, оr соmроѕіng drаmаtіс аеrіаl rеvеаlѕ, thе Міnі 5 Рrо аdарtѕ wіth рrесіѕіоn. Тruе vеrtісаl ѕhооtіng еnаblеѕ full-frаmе рhоtоѕ аnd vіdеоѕ rеаdу fоr іnѕtаnt ѕосіаl ѕhаrіng, еlіmіnаtіng thе nееd fоr сrорріng аnd рrеѕеrvіng еvеrу ріхеl оf dеtаіl іn роrtrаіt соmроѕіtіоnѕ.

Аdvаnсеd оbѕtасlе ѕеnѕіng fоr ѕаfеr flіghtѕ
Тhе DЈІ Міnі 5 Рrо rеіnfоrсеѕ ѕаfеtу wіth nіghtѕсаре оmnіdіrесtіоnаl оbѕtасlе ѕеnѕіng. Fоrwаrd-fасіng LіDАR, соmbіnеd wіth multірlе vіѕіоn ѕеnѕоrѕ аnd 3D іnfrаrеd dеtесtіоn, соvеrѕ fоrwаrd, bасkwаrdѕ, uрwаrd, аnd lаtеrаl dіrесtіоnѕ, аѕ wеll аѕ thе undеrѕіdе оf thе аіrсrаft. Тhіѕ аllоwѕ thе Міnі 5 Рrо tо асtіvеlу аvоіd оbѕtасlеѕ іn bоth dауlіght аnd lоw-lіght соndіtіоnѕ. Fеаturеѕ ѕuсh аѕ Nіghttіmе RТН аnd Nоn-GNЅЅ RТН еnѕurе соnfіdеnt rеturnѕ, еvеn whеn ѕаtеllіtе ѕіgnаlѕ аrе wеаk оr whеn flуіng іn соmрlех еnvіrоnmеntѕ lіkе urbаn аrеаѕ. Тhе Міnі 5 Рrо аlѕо hаѕ L1+L5 duаl-bаnd GNЅЅ, аllоwіng іt tо соnnесt tо mоrе ѕаtеllіtеѕ fоr bеttеr ѕіgnаl ѕtаbіlіtу.

Еnhаnсеd ѕubјесt trасkіng аnd іntеllіgеnt ѕhооtіng mоdеѕ
Uрgrаdеd АсtіvеТrасk 360° аllоwѕ thе DЈІ Міnі 5 Рrо tо fоllоw ѕubјесtѕ wіth grеаtеr аdарtаbіlіtу аnd рrесіѕіоn. Мultі-ѕсеnаrіо trасkіng dеtесtѕ ѕроrtѕ ѕсеnаrіоѕ аnd аutоmаtісаllу ѕеlесtѕ сусlіng оr ѕtаndаrd mоdе fоr іdеаl frаmіng аnd trасkіng. Тhе drоnе’ѕ trасkіng bаlаnсеѕ ѕрееd, аgіlіtу аnd ѕаfеtу, рrоvіdіng trасkіng thаt рrіоrіtіѕеѕ ѕрееd ѕuіtеd tо ореn аrеаѕ оr а rеаr trасkіng mоdе fоr mоrе соmрlех еnvіrоnmеntѕ.

Тhе DЈІ Міnі 5 Рrо оffеrѕ іntеllіgеnt mоdеѕ tо еnhаnсе уоur ѕhооtѕ. МаѕtеrЅhоtѕ рrоvіdеѕ саmеrа mоvеmеnt tеmрlаtеѕ, whіlе QuісkЅhоtѕ іnсludеѕ орtіоnѕ lіkе Rоtаtе, Drоnіе, Сіrсlе, Неlіх, Rосkеt, Вооmеrаng, аnd Аѕtеrоіd fоr сіnеmаtіс сlірѕ. Frее Раnоrаmа ѕtіtсhеѕ multірlе іmаgеѕ іntо wіdе ѕhоtѕ, аnd Оff-Ѕtаtе QuісkТrаnѕfеr еnаblеѕ fаѕt fіlе ѕhаrіng vіа Вluеtооth аnd Wі-Fі 6 аt uр tо 100МВ/ѕ, wіth ѕuрроrt fоr rеmоtе wаkе-uр аnd bасkgrоund dоwnlоаdѕ.

Іmрrоvеd trаnѕmіѕѕіоn аnd flіght tіmеѕ
Еquірреd wіth О4+ trаnѕmіѕѕіоn tесhnоlоgу, thе DЈІ Міnі 5 Рrо mаіntаіnѕ а rеlіаblе lіvе fееd аt dіѕtаnсеѕ uр tо 20 km, wіth ѕtrоng аntі-іntеrfеrеnсе реrfоrmаnсе fоr ѕtаblе соntrоl. Flіght tіmе іѕ ехtеndеd tо 36 mіnutеѕ wіth thе DЈІ Міnі 5 Рrо Іntеllіgеnt Flіght Ваttеrу, whіlе fаѕt-сhаrgіng ѕuрроrtѕ rеduсеd dоwntіmе bеtwееn ѕеѕѕіоnѕ. Ореrаtіng аt аltіtudеѕ оf uр tо 6000 mеtrеѕ аnd rеасhіng аѕсеnt ѕрееdѕ оf 10 m/ѕ, thіѕ drоnе іѕ рrераrеd fоr сhаllеngіng еnvіrоnmеntѕ аnd wіdе-rаngіng аеrіаl рrојесtѕ.

DJI teases the Osmo Nano small modular action camera announcement for September 23rd

Of course, there was no DJI mirrorless camera announcement yesterday

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DJI teases the Osmo Nano small modular action camera announcement for September 23rd

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A new DJI Osmo Nano small modular action camera will be officially announced on September 23rd. Here are the latest leaks:

  • 4K 120P support
  • Waterproof
  • Magnetic mount
  • OLED touchscreen
  • 64GB/128GB built-in memory + microSD
  • 80% fast charging in 20 minutes
  • Ultra-lightweight 50g with remote shooting support

👉So, the appearance of Osmo Nano in a YouTube short has been confirmed.)#osmonano pic.twitter.com/B0RkpQw5gM

— Igor Bogdanov (@Quadro_News) September 10, 2025

The official teaser is already out:

Own the Moment
September 23, 2025 | 8 AM (EDT)
Learn More: https://t.co/0hRDHUQkDx pic.twitter.com/A8iWG7vAvy

— DJI (@DJIGlobal) September 16, 2025

Insta360 announced its first drone and DJI will announce its first 360 camera: full review leaked online

Via Roland Quandt, Igor Bogdanov

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The release of the new Zeiss Otus ML 1.4/85 lens is delayed until October

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The release of the new Zeiss Otus ML 1.4/85 lens is delayed until October (pre-orders: B&H Photo | Foto Erhardt | WEX Photo):

Thank you for your continued patronage of Cosina products.

Due to various circumstances, the release of the Otus ML 1.4/85, a ZEISS brand interchangeable lens for mirrorless mounts, which was scheduled for release in September 2025, has been postponed. The release date is now scheduled for October 2025. We sincerely apologize to customers who have been waiting for the product for this inconvenience. (Cosina)

Additional information on the Zeiss Otus ML 1.4/85 lens:

Zeiss Otus ML mirrorless lenses for Z/E/RF mount officially announced

Zeiss Otus ML 85mm f/1.4 lens for Nikon Z-mount officially released, available for pre-order

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Of course, there was no DJI mirrorless camera announcement yesterday

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DJI did not announce a new mirrorless camera on September 15th. Online “rumors” with “leaked” AI-generated pictures, and obviously fake teasers, were posted by multiple websites. It was very clear to many readers that all this was just clickbait, and I clearly noted the hoax in my tweet on September 3rd:

I think the latest DJI camera rumors are a hoax, considering the source.

— Photo Rumors (@photorumors) September 4, 2025

What DJI will really announce tomorrow is a new DJI Mini 5 Pro drone:

More leaks: new DJI Mini 5 Pro drone coming on September 18th

More DJI Mini 5 Pro drone leaks and rumors

The first DJI Mini 5 Pro drone teaser is already out:

Pro in Mini
September 17, 2025 | 8 AM (EDT)
Notify Me: https://t.co/S94ar780AF pic.twitter.com/GqiApeLE1G

— DJI (@DJIGlobal) September 15, 2025

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Sirui to announce three additional Aurora f/1.4 lenses

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After the 35mm f/1.4 and 85mm f/1.4, Sirui is planning to announce three additional Aurora f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lenses. The logical new focal lengths could be:

  • Sirui Aurora 24mm f/1.4
  • Sirui Aurora 50mm f/1.4
  • The third lens could be a wide-angle or a telephoto f/1.4

New Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 lens now available for pre-order (Z/E/X/L)

Sirui Aurora 85mm f/1.4 full-frame autofocus lens for Nikon, Sony and Fuji officially announced



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AI Background Removal: Professional Applications for Photographers

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AI Background Removal: Professional Applications for Photographers

Capturing the picture is just half the job for professional photographers, and the rest comes when the camera shutter closes. Behind every professional photograph, there is plenty of time spent on editing, removing the background, and more. Traditionally, this meant spending long sessions in editing software, carefully cutting around subjects pixel by pixel.

Now, an AI background remover for photographers changes the process completely. Instead of manual effort, a photo can be cleaned up in seconds, with the subject isolated and ready for any professional use. 

AI has made product photoshoots, marketing visuals, and other shoots a lot easier. AI Background Remover for Photographers helps make the process simple, faster, and effortless. Let us understand how it works and why it has become an essential tool for photographers.

The Role of Background Editing in Professional Photography

Professional photographers are expected to deliver polished images, especially when the projects are fast-paced. For projects like E-commerce and marketing, every minute counts as they require quick photo delivery. Meeting the expectations can be somewhat challenging for the photographers. AI background remover helps resolve it by automating the tasks in photo editing, as it allows them to:

  • Save Ample Time: What earlier took hours for the photographers to complete can now be seamlessly done within seconds. All credits to the X-Design AI-generated photo editing tool.
  • Maintains Consistency: AI ensures that you can maintain consistency across all edits. It helps you deliver clean and accurate cutouts, no matter how many images you are editing.
  • Boosts Productivity: The quick way of editing the pictures and removing background reduces the burden on the photographers, and they dont need to work for hours. The extra time can be used to plan shoots, communicate, and perform other vital and productive tasks.
  • Meet Deadlines: For the client, both speed and quality matter, and with X-Design Free Background Remover Online, there is a quick turnaround that allows you to deliver refined images for commercial shoots, portraits, and more right on time. 

Photography Scenarios That Need Background Editing

Saving time on repetitive tasks and quality matter the most when it comes to professional photography. There are countless uses offered by AI background cleanup. The tool is not only limited to creative work, but also supports the practical and business needs. Here are a few key applications of the AI background removal tool.

1. Product Photography for Online Stores and Catalogs

Selling products online is all about how they look. If the background is busy or messy, people often skip over the item without even noticing it. A simple white or transparent background maker does the opposite; it puts the focus on the product and makes the details pop. For photographers, cleaning up hundreds of photos by hand is tiring, and that’s where background tools help. They cut down the work, keep the look consistent across a whole catalog, and make the final images more trustworthy for shoppers.

2. Passport and ID Photos with Strict Background Standards

Passport photos, visas, or other government-approved documents have strict rules. In most of these documents, the background has to be plain. Manually removing the background can be time-consuming. Moreover, it can be prone to errors, which means a high chance of application rejection. With a background remover, the process is streamlined. A normal portrait can be turned into a photo that fits the requirements in seconds, which saves the photographer time and helps clients avoid rejections.

3. Marketing and Advertising Visuals for Brands and Campaigns

Marketing campaigns rely on strong and clear visuals. Banners, or social media ads, all need images that look professional. By removing a background or making the background white, the main subject can be dropped onto any design without extra effort. Photographers can hand over flexible images that brands can use across different platforms without repeating the editing work.

4. Social Media Content Creation

Social media feeds need to be updated regularly, and for a constant flow of engaging content, AI X-Design’s Free Background Remover comes to the rescue. It helps creators and photographers to give a clean and uniform look to the images and improve the brand identity. Maintaining neat and aesthetic photos helps the feed stand out, whether you are an influencer or using it for business promotion.

5. Event and Portrait Photography

Think about wedding albums or company heads hot. People don’t want clutter in the background; they want to see faces clearly. Taking out distractions helps the photo feel sharper, more personal. Background removal helps with image refinement, removes unwanted distractions, and more for a clear image focus. Pictures that look professional but still natural are something clients are proud to share or hang on a wall.

X-Design Background Remover: How to Use It

There are many editing tools available online, but X-Design AI Background Remover stands out as it is quite simple and efficient to use. Moreover, it is a web-based tool, which simply means you don’t need to install it. With basic skills, you can get started and navigate through the tool. The design is simple yet intuitive, which makes background removal and editing simple in a few clicks. Let us quickly understand how it works.

1. Upload Photo 

Upload or simply drag and drop the image to the tool. The tool supports formats like JPG and PNG. It is a versatile platform for professional photographers.

2. Automatic Background Cutout 

Once the image is uploaded, the tool identifies the subject, and AI removes the background from it. The tool also allows you to customize the background as per your choice. Also, you don’t need to trace the outlines manually or spend time on corrections. Within a few clicks, you get a clean cutout. 

3. Download or Edit Further

Because it’s lightweight and web-based, photographers can edit on the go and no longer install or configure complicated settings. It’s a practical option whether you’re handling a few images or a full project. The users can also use its AI background editor to create stunning background images.

Final Words 

Cleaning the background requires hours of hard work and manual effort. Whether it’s product photography, passport images, or more, background removal has become an essential part of professional editing. With the AI background remover for photographers, the process is streamlined.

The X-Design photo editing tool helps professional photographers to deliver consistent visuals and unlock opportunities to focus on creativity and client satisfaction.

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Updated list of latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses

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Several of the previously reported Chinese lenses were already officially announced:

Here is an updated list of what else is coming:

Upcoming Viltrox lenses:

New 7Artisans lenses (check website for updates):

  • 7Artisans AF 24mm f/1.8 (L/Z): coming on Septmber 16th
  • 7Artisans 10mm f/2.8 (to be announced next week at the 2025 IBC show)

SG-Image 7.5mm f/2.8 APS-C fisheye lens – already listed for sale on eBay.

SG-Image 50mm f/1.4 lens.

Songraw 85mm f/1.2 lens.

Venus Optics Laowa AF 200mm f/2 lens.

Venus Optics Laowa AF FF 180mm f/4.5 CA-Dreamer Macro 1.5X lens.

Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens

New Yongnuo 18mm f/2.8 full-frame autofocus lens.

New Yongnuo YN 33mm f/1.4 R DA DSM lens with a lock button.

SG-Image AF 85mm f/1.8 full frame lens coming next week.

New Lee Works 28mm/2.8 lens for Leica M mount is coming (minimum focusing distance less than 0.4m).

New Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4R DA DSM lens.


Light Lens Lab is working on a new 300mm f/1.9 lens with an APO design.


ZY Optics is expected to announce a new autofocus full-frame lens in the second half of the year.


New Dulens lens coming soon.


Sirui to announce three additional Aurora f/1.4 lenses.

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New Zenit Russar 5.6/20 lens for E-mount announced

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The Russian Krasnogorsk S. A. Zverev Plant (KMZ) has launched a new Russar 5.6/20 lens for E-mount. The old version of this lens was available only for the L39 mount (see previous Zenit coverage). Here are the details:


  • Focal length: 20mm
  • Maximum aperture: 5.6
  • Minimum aperture: 22
  • Number of aperture blades: 7
  • Field of view angle: 95°
  • Focus: Manual
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.5 m
  • Optical design Groups/elements: 4/6
  • Filter thread diameter: 49 mm
  • Weight: 100 g.
  • Price: 43,710 rubles

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