Adobe releases Camera Raw 6.1 for Photoshop CS5: "Adobe has released Camera Raw 6.1, its raw processing software plug-in for Photoshop CS5. The final version of the update, originally posted as a 'release candidate' on the Adobe Labs site, is available for immediate download. The latest version is based around a revised processing engine and includes the Lens Correction feature that applies profile-based corrections. It also extends RAW support to the same cameras that were supported in v5.7, with additional support for the Olympus E-600."
(Via Digital Photography Review.)
Photoshop Lightroom 3 now available for purchase from Adobe: "Adobe has begun shipping Photoshop Lightroom 3, the next major release of its pro photo management and RAW conversion application for Mac and Windows. Available now for US$299, or US$99 for licensed users of Lightroom 1.x or 2.x, the new version adds tethered capture, an improved import process, custom watermarks, flexible print package layouts, additional slide show features including video export, generally faster operation and the same RAW conversion engine and features as found in Photoshop CS5's Camera Raw 6.1."
(Via Rob Galbraith DPI.)
Adobe launches Photoshop CS5 and CS5 Extended: "
Adobe announces Photoshop CS5 and CS5 Extended software, now offering native 64-bit support on Mac and Windows. The Image Intelligence behind Content-Aware Fill removes any image detail or object, examines surroundings and seamlessly fills in the space left behind. Lighting, tone and noise of the surrounding area match perfectly, and new Refine Edge makes nearly-impossible image selections possible. For photographers, Photoshop CS5 now offers next-generation high dynamic range (HDR) capabilities..."
Photoshop CS5 Lens Correction to support Sigma: "
Sigma has announced its lenses will be compatible with Adobe Photoshop CS5's upgraded Lens Correction feature. The latest version of the image-editing software will automatically fix distortion, chromatic aberration and vignetting for all current Sigma lenses."
(Via Digital Photography Review.)
Adobe Photoshop CS4 Updated - PhotoShop 11.0.1 - Fixes Slow Downs And Bugs - Download Now: "The Adobe Photoshop CS4 11.0.1 update (for MAC, for WINDOWS) addresses a number of issues discovered after Adobe Photoshop CS4 and Photoshop CS4 Extended (11.0) software were released. The most significant fixes in the Photoshop CS4 11.0.1 update include the following... (posted by Jennifer Apple for www.PhotoshopSupport.com)"
(Via The Photoshop Blog.)
Photoshop CS4 Update in the Works: "Photoshop Product Manager John Nack admitted in his blog that Adobe is developing a Photoshop CS4 update. This doesn't surprise us since a number of CS4 users reported problems with the software and the Photoshop update will 'improve the situation.' Those experiencing problems can contact Adam Jerugim by email to test 'a small pre-release program that we\'re opening to public volunteers.'"
(Via digitalcamerainfo.com.)
Adobe unveils Creative Suite 4: "
Photokina 2008: Adobe has lifted the lid on Creative Suite 4, the latest version of its huge design and production suite. Of most interest to photographers will of course be Photoshop CS4, which brings some interface changes (tabbed windows) as well as 64-bit Windows support and OpenGL support to use graphics cards to speed up operations (and provide nifty zoom and rotation tools) and a new non-modal approach to adjustment layers. We've been using Photoshop CS4 in Beta form since May and will bring you a fuller report on all the new features once Photokina is behind us."
(Via Digital Photography Review.)
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.1 Now Available: "Photoshop Lightroom 2.1 has been released by Adobe. The new update addresses several bugs that had cropped up in Lightroom 2.0 and also provides additional camera raw support. Download it from here. Camera Support Newly supported camera models include: Fuji Finepix IS Pro Nikon D700 Nikon D90 Nikon Coolpix P6000"
(Via digitalcamerainfo.com.)
PTLens for Adobe Lightroom: "PTLens, which is a software that corrects lens pincushion/barrel distortion, vignetting, chromatic aberration, and perspective, is now available as an external editor plug-in for Lightroom. Available for both Mac and Windows operating systems, the plug-in is available for US$15. [Via Rob Galbraith]"
(Via digitalcamerainfo.com.)
Silver Efex Pro Photographic Plug-in: "The Silver Efex Pro photographic plug-in for Photoshop and Apple Aperture is now available for purchase courtesy Nik Software. The plug in offers a black and white solution by offering a comprehensive collection of 18 emulated black-and-white film types. The suggested retail price of Silver Efex Pro is $199.95 and for more information go to http://www.niksoftware.com/silverefexpro"
(Via digitalcamerainfo.com.)
