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How to photograph the Total Solar Eclipse

Par : PR admin
21 mars 2024 à 19:44

Retouch4me uses AI to simplify the lives of photographers by streamlining routine processes

Par : PR admin
13 mars 2024 à 18:55


Retouch4me uses AI to simplify the lives of photographers by streamlining routine processes. Their program enhances various aspects of photography, from color correcting to making photos more expressive. You can follow Retouch4me on Instagram and Facebook. You can also get 30% off by following this link.

Additional information:

Just imagine handing over a finished wedding or school photo shoot in 1-2 days. It will not only wow your clients but also work like word of mouth.

Interested? Now it's possible with neural networks. In this article, we'll talk about new AI-based retouching tools.

Every photographer knows how challenging it can be to work with a large volume of materials. When dealing with commercial clients who have strict schedules and high expectations, it becomes even more challenging. Optimizing the editing workflow becomes an integral part of your work. This will lead to more satisfied customers and expand business opportunities.  Therefore, it's essential to find ways to improve the workflow using efficient solutions.


Retouch4me pays special attention to this issue and offers a wide range of AI-based tools that provide efficient and precise retouching. Each tool is aimed at various aspects of photo retouching to achieve high-quality processing. Tools include various options for skin retouching, color correction, and correcting clothing imperfections, studio background cleaning from dirt, or dust removal from objects. 

Thus, you can achieve stunning results by increasing the efficiency of your workflow. Retouch4Me acts as a personal retouching assistant you can rely on at any time and allows you to speed up your workflow by several times, performing from 80 to 100% of the entire retouching workload.


Unlike other photo editing programs, Retouch4me preserves the original skin texture and other image details, making the final image look natural and realistic.

Different types of photos may require different types of editing, making Retouch4me the perfect platform for portrait photographers, those shooting reports and weddings, school photographers, designers, advertising agencies, and institutions working with visual content. Thanks to its image processing tools, Retouch4Me is perfect for professional retouchers working in studios or as freelancers.

To demonstrate effectiveness, Retouch4me offers free software testing to ensure high-quality results.


Retouch4me offers fifteen tools, two of which are free. Among the free plugins are Frequency Separation and Color Match. The latter provides access to the LUT cloud with a library of ready-made free color filters, as well as premium packages that can be purchased.

Most plugins can be purchased for $124, including Eye Vessels, Heal, Eye Brilliance, Portrait Volumes, Skin Tone, White Teeth, Fabric, Skin Mask, Mattifier, and Dust. 

Considering the time saved, all these plugins fully justify the investment. 

Since each plugin works as a separate tool, there is no need to purchase them all at once. To streamline the editing process, focus on your specific goals and identify the post-processing aspects that take the most time. This will help you optimize your workflow and achieve the best results.

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The future according to CIPA: fewer camera shipped with higher prices

Par : PR admin
12 mars 2024 à 16:20


The latest CIPA forecasts indicate that the shipments of digital cameras will fall in 2024 compared to 2023:

  • All digital cameras: down 4% (7.41 million units)
  • Interchangeable lens cameras: down 1.8% (5.89 million units)
  • Cameras with integrated lenses:  down 11.6% (1.52 million units)

At the same time, while the number of camera shipments is on the decline, the shipment value of digital cameras in 2023 increased by 4.9% from the previous year to 714.3 billion yen.

CIPA report: camera prices doubled in 3 years and increased 6 times in 10 years

CIPA 2024 camera shipment outlook

January 2024 CIPA numbers

Via Newswitch

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JJC released an Arca Swiss quick-release plate with a built-in AirTag

Par : PR admin
11 mars 2024 à 15:36



JJC released a new Arca Swiss quick-release plate with a built-in AirTag for Canon, Sony, Nikon, Olympus, Fuji, Panasonic, Sigma, and Leica cameras (there are several similar solutions available).

The Apple Airtags 4 pack is currently on sale:


Additional information:

  • Quick Release Plate for Airtag: The JJC quick release plate is designed with a sleek hidden compartment to effectively conceal an Apple AirTag to easily track a camera's location. (NOTE: AirTag is not included.)
  • Arca-Type Design: The Arca-Type Design Plate allows to be quickly connected to a tripod and other accessories for shooting. The base has two built-in 1/4”-20 threaded holes, which can be attached to a tripod head. In addition, it features a strap loop to be compatible with a separately wrist strap.
  • Reliable Quality: The tripod quick release mount is made of aluminum, sturdy and durable. The compartment cover is made of PC to avoid interfering with the tracking range of the AirTag. It has rubber pads to prevent twisting and one 1/4"-20 camera mounting screw.
  • Camera Compatibility: The base T slot provides a convenient way to mount on a camera and no need to remove the plate when you replace the battery or memory card. It’s compatible with Canon R100 / R50 / R10 / R8 / R7 / R6 / R5 / RP / 6D Mark II / 5D Mark II / Sony A7CR / A7C II / A7R V / A7R IV / A7 III / A6700 / A6400 / ZV-E10 / ZV-EV1 / Nikon Zf / Zfc / Z50 / Z30 / Z7 / Z6 / and more.
  • What You Get: Quick Release Plate x 1, Flathead Tool x 1, 1/4”-20 Screw x 1, Spare Hexagonal Screw x 2, Allen Wrench x 1

More AirTag-compatible products:

New PolarPro Defender camera body caps with a hidden AirTag/memory card compartment for R/Z/E/EF mount

Smallrig now also offers camera accessories with a hidden Apple Airtag cavity

Ulanzi announced two new camera backpacks: BP09 (22L) and BP10 (35L)

Via FujiAddict

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January 2024 CIPA numbers

Par : PR admin
9 mars 2024 à 02:12


CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2024, black: 2023, blue: 2022):

January 2024 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB

January was an excellent month for shipments with mirrorless bodies up 58.7%, lenses for smaller than 35mm sensor up 47% and shipped value for larger than 35mm sensors up 35% and just about everything else substantially higher than January 2023.  However, the ratio of lenses to bodies shipped is down slightly.

CIPA has predicted 5.89m ILCs, 1.52m compacts and 9.57m lenses for calendar 2024.

That compares to:

2023: 6.001 million bodies (+1.25%), 9.639 million lenses (-0.92%).
2022: 5.927 million bodies (+10.8%), 9.7 million lenses (+1.6%).
2021: 5.348 million bodies (+0.75%), 9.55 million lenses (+6.1%)
2020: 5.308 million bodies (-37.3%), 9 million lenses (-36.6%)
2019: 8.462 million bodies (-21.4%), 14.2 million lenses (-21.1%)
2018: 10.76 million bodies (-7.9%), 18 million lenses (-6.4%)
2017: 11.68 million bodies (+0.6%) 19.22 million lenses (+0.156%)
2016: 11.61 million bodies (-11.1%), 19.19 million lenses (-11.6%)
2015: 13.06 million bodies (-5.6%), 21.7 million lenses (-5.2%)
2014: 13.84 million bodies (-19.2%), 22.9 million lenses (-14.2%)
2013: 17.13 million bodies (-15%), 26.7 million lenses (-12.2%)
2012: 20.16 million bodies (+28.5%), 30.4 million lenses (+16.9%)
2011: 15.69 million bodies (+21.7%), 26.0 million lenses (+19.9%)
2010: 12.89 million bodies (+30%), 21.69 million lenses (+34.7%)
2009: 9.91 million bodies (+2.2%), 16.1 million lenses (+2.5%)
2008: 9.7 million bodies (+17.4%), 15.7 million lenses (+25.6%)
2007: 8.26 million bodies, 12.5 million lenses

January 2024:  Cumulative Units & Shipped Value:

(All comparisons to full-year 2023)

DSLR Units : 66,134 +17% YTD
DSLR Shipped Value: ¥2.86 billion +5% YTD

Mirrorless Units: 326.8K +59% YTD
Mirrorless Shipped Value: ¥40 billion +68% YTD

Compact Units: 111.5K -1% YTD
Compact Shipped Value: ¥5.2 billion +12% YTD

Lenses for smaller than 35mm sensors Units: 333.6K +47% YTD
Lenses for smaller than 35mm sensor Shipped Value: ¥7.08 billion +56% YTD

Lenses for 35mm and larger sensors Units: 326.2K +16% YTD
Lenses for 35mm and larger sensors Shipped Value: ¥28.19 billion +35% YTD

Cumulative 2024 Mirrorless unit share (of Mirrorless + DSLR): 83.2% (was 78.5% YTD 2023)
Cumulative 2024 Mirrorless Shipped Value share: 93.3% (was 89.7% YTD 2023)

The ratio of lenses shipped to bodies shipped is 1.68 for YTD 2024.  (was 1.94 for YTD 2023).

Full-year 2024 Geographic Share: (Asia doesn’t include China or Japan)

DSLR:
Units:                   China 07.0%, Asia 13.2%, Japan 6.3%, Europe 35.0%, Americas 37.1%, Other 1.4%
Shipped Value: China 08.4%, Asia 15.3%, Japan 8.2%, Europe 33.4%, Americas 33.3%, Other 1.5%

Mirrorless:
Units:                   China 23.8%, Asia 20.7%, Japan 10.4%, Europe 20.4%, Americas 19.7%, Other 5.1%
Shipped Value: China 22.8%, Asia 19.8%, Japan 09.3%, Europe 20.3%, Americas 21.3%, Other 6.5%

Compacts:
Units:                   China 05.4%, Asia 11.9%, Japan 18.9%, Europe 22.2%, Americas 33.0%, Other 8.5%
Shipped Value: China 07.0%, Asia 14.1%, Japan 13.6%, Europe 23.4%, Americas 33.7%, Other 8.3%

Lenses:
Units:                   China 20.0%, Asia 17.8%, Japan 10.8%, Europe 23.0%, Americas 24.6%, Other 3.8%
Shipped Value: China 25.3%, Asia 17.5%, Japan 09.3%, Europe 18.9%, Americas 24.2%, Other 4.8%

Approximate shipped value per unit (at ¥150.44=$1):

DSLR: $288
Mirrorless: $814
Compact: $310
Lenses: $355

A list of participating CIPA companies can be found here.

Via NikonRumors

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New AlexOnRAW Capture One Expert Course

Par : PR admin
5 mars 2024 à 05:01


 
AlexOnRAW recently released a new Capture One Expert Course. The course contains over 8 hours of advanced Capture One tutorials, and it comes with a whole bunch of free extras: 10 image editing tasks, 40 RAW files for practice, 10 bonus materials such as styles, presets, templates, and many more. The course is designed for Capture One photographers who are familiar with the basic features and want to learn advanced image editing techniques and workflow tricks.

You can use code RUMORS for 10% off all course packages.

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What else is new?

Par : PR admin
3 mars 2024 à 01:17


Astrhori is teasing a new lens.


PGYTECH released new CFexpress Type A, Type B, and SD card readers/case combos.


→ New: Luminar NEO Spring Bundle.


2024 WPPI specials at B&H Photo (use code BHWPPI24).


New Lensbaby Sweet 22 pancake lens for Canon RF, Nikon Z, Sony E, Fuji X, and Leica L mount announced.


→ Lomography displayed a new Lomomatic 110 camera at the 2024 CP+ show.


→ Somebody made a digital camera that attaches to a binocular.


Photo news roundup week of February 25, 2024.

The Nikon Coolpix P1000 super-telephoto digital camera with 125x optical zoom is now discontinued

Upcoming Nikon classes and events

Apple MacOS now supports Nikon Z8 NEF/RAW files

Light Lens Lab is now selling viewfinders and magnifiers

Leica SL3 camera announcement invitations are out

INSTAX Mini 90 Sales Resume

Apology regarding the supply status of “SIGMA 500mm F5.6 DG DN OS | Sports”

Megadap 3rd Generation Sony to Nikon Z AF Adapter ETZ21 Pro Firmware Update

Sigma’s CEO hints at upcoming full-frame lenses for Nikon Z-mount

Nikon interview: “we are putting more emphasis on firmware updates”

Phototrend Sony a9III Interview – Translated and Summarized

CineD: Fujifilm X100VI Launch Interview – Why China, X100VI Production Volume, and Cinima Camera?

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CIPA 2024 camera shipment outlook

Par : PR admin
24 février 2024 à 23:09

CIPA published their 2024 camera shipment outlook:

2024 Outlook on the Shipment by Product-Type Concerning Cameras and Related Goods

The Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA: President Hiroyuki Ikegami) has announced the outlook on the shipment by product-type concerning cameras and related goods for the 2024.

1. Track Record of Digital Camera Shipments 2023

While total shipments of digital cameras were 96.4% those of the previous year, and the mainstay “interchangeable-lens” type cameras were 101.2% and the leading mainstay “mirrorless” cameras were 118.6%, a two-digit growth.

In 2023 (January to December cumulative), the total shipments of digital cameras were 7,720,505 units, 96.4% of the previous year. (The attached “Outlook” table shows the figures in units of 10,000.)

However, shipments of interchangeable-lens digital cameras, which account for 78% of total shipments, were 5,998,913 units, 101.2% of the previous year. Moreover, those of the leading mainstay, mirrorless cameras, which account for 81% of interchangeable-lens digital cameras, reached 4,832,813 units, 118.6% of the previous year.

Now that an enormous number of people are immediately becoming well-versed in photos and heavy photo users by taking a lot of photos continuously as soon as they have a smartphone in hand, interchangeable-lens digital cameras and mirrorless cameras are a receptacle for the newly sprouted desire to “take better pictures” and “take pictures that I couldn’t take before.”

Shipments to China and other regions: more than 100% of the previous years, even for digital cameras in total

Shipments of mirrorless cameras were more than 100% of the previous years in all regions. However, as for those of digital cameras in total, there were clear differences among regions.

Shipments to Japan were 98.1%, to Asia (except for Japan and China) 98.2%, to Europe 80.8% and to the Americas 94.3%.

In contrast, shipments to China were 124.7%, and to other regions 104.0%. As for China, while there were some negative reports on general economic trends in 2023, the digital camera market performed well or quite well.

As decreases in shipments to Japan and Asia (except for Japan and China) were less than 2%, total shipments to Japan, China, and Asia (except for Japan and China), or shipments to all Asian destinations, now account for almost half, 46.1%, of total shipments worldwide.

Although shipments of digital cameras in total were less than the previous year, it should be noted that by category, mirrorless cameras remain popular and that by region, China and other regions are gaining momentum.

2. Shipments of Interchangeable Lenses in 2023

Total shipments of interchangeable lenses were 99.1% of the previous year, a slight decrease. Shipments of lenses for cameras of a format smaller than 35mm were 100.1%.

The total shipments of interchangeable lenses were 9,638,752 units, 99.1% of the previous year. While the figure slightly decreased, it exceeded 1.6 times that of interchangeable-lens digital cameras (body only) (for every interchangeable-lens digital camera, 1.6 units of interchangeable lenses were shipped in 2023). They continued to make a presence as another mainstay product that determines the range of expression with digital cameras.

By category, lenses for cameras of a format smaller than 35mm, such as APS-C and Micro Four Thirds for lightweight and compact-sized interchangeable-lens digital cameras, were shipped in higher quantities than the previous year.

3. Shipping Outlook 2024

Total digital camera shipments in 2024 (from January to December cumulative) are expected to be 7.41 million units, which is 96.0% of the previous year, including 860,000 units or 94.5% to Japan, and 6.55 million units or 96.2% to countries other than Japan.

By category, the total shipments of interchangeable-lens digital cameras are expected to be 5.89 million units, which is 98.2% of the previous year, including 510,000 units or 98.1% to Japan, and 5.38 million units or 98.2% to countries other than Japan, and that of digital cameras with built-in lens is 1.52 million units or 88.4%, including 350,000 units or 89.7% to Japan, and 1.17 million units or 88.0% to countries other than Japan.

As for interchangeable-lens digital cameras, it is 9.57 million units or 99.3% of the previous year, including 1.03 million units or 100.0% to Japan, and 8.54 million units or 99.3% to countries other than Japan.

As the market experienced a slowdown slightly toward the end of 2023, this outlook is less than bullish. However, digital cameras are items closely connected to “outdoor demands” and “outing demands.” In association with the current trend breaking away from the COVID-19 pandemic, further growth is expected.

Here are the results of a survey CIPA performed in Japan:

CIPA Survey Results in Japan by NikonRumors on Scribd

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New PolarPro Defender camera body caps with a hidden AirTag/memory card compartment for R/Z/E/EF mount

Par : PR admin
19 février 2024 à 18:11






PolarPro released new Defender camera body caps for R/Z/E/EF mount with a hidden AirTag/memory card compartment (AirTags are now on sale on Amazon).

The new caps are now listed for sale at B&H Photo and are coming soon also to the PolarPro Amazon store.

Three different colors and three different inserts are available:

Overview

Throughout all of your toughest shoots, ensure that your camera body and sensor are well kept with the bulletproof Defender Body Cap. Tougher and sleeker than your standard plastic cap, this cap is built with 6061 Aluminum for superior camera body protection and exceptionally rugged aesthetic. Including a hidden front tab, the custom layout allows an AirTag, SD, or CFexpress A card to be placed within for safekeeping. With three adventure-inspired colorways to pick from, this cap is guaranteed to make your camera body look 10X better.

Features

  • Rugged 6061 Aluminum design for exceptional protection and fit
  • Hidden Storage – AirTag, SD Card, or CFexpress A Card
  • Three adventure-inspired colorways
  • Sized for an EF, RF, Z, or E Mount
  • Guaranteed to make your rig look good

Includes:

  • Defender Body Cap
  • AirTag insert
  • CFExpress A Insert
  • SD + Micro SD insert




Via NikonRumors

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