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Canon’s new software will turn select EOS, PowerShot cameras into webcams for Windows 10 PCs

29 Apr

As more and more people desire higher-quality video communication over internet while working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for webcams has increased dramatically, triggering incredibly high prices, sometimes three to four times over MSRP. And that’s if you can find one at all.

To help bridge a growing gap, Canon has announced the release of the EOS Webcam Utility Beta, a program for that will, with a single USB cable, turn compatible Canon EOS interchangeable lens cameras (ILCs) and PowerShot cameras into dedicated webcams on PCs running the 64-bit version of Windows 10.

‘In unprecedented times, it’s imperative for Canon to provide our customers with useful, simple and accessible solutions to assist them in whatever imaging needs they have,’ says Tatsuro ‘Tony’ Kano, executive vice president of the Canon U.S.A., Inc. Imaging Technologies & Communications Group in the press release. ‘Our goal is that the EOS Webcam Utility Beta software can help reduce some of the remote workday stress for employees who are tasked with video conferencing and virtual meetings.’

A list of the EOS and PowerShot cameras currently supported.

Downloading the EOS Webcam Utility Beta must be done from the downloads page of your supported camera’s product page on Canon’s website. Thankfully, Canon has created a library on its dedicated EOS Webcam Utility Beta page linking out to the appropriate page for each supported camera. Once to the camera’s download page, simply click the download button to start downloading the installation file.

Being it’s a beta program, Canon is asking for feedback pertaining to the application, which can be left on Canon’s dedicated forum.

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Apple’s latest beta suggests ProRes RAW support for Adobe apps is coming to Windows

31 Mar

Apple has released a version 1.0 beta of ProRes Raw for Windows that adds support for Apple’s video codec in several Adobe apps on Microsoft’s operating system.

In the support text accompanying the download, Apple says the beta release ‘enables playback of ProRes RAW and ProRes RAW HQ video files in compatible applications on Windows systems.’ This includes Adobe After Effects, Adobe Media Encoder, Adobe Premiere and Adobe Premiere Rush.

Assuming this support makes it out of beta and expands to other applications, this could help to make ProRes Raw a more useful standard for video work. The download, which comes in at 737KB, is available to download on Apple’s support page.

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DxO PhotoLab 3 update adds keyword management for Windows, support for new cameras lenses

12 Dec

French software maker DxO has released an update to its PhotoLab 3 image editing and organization application.

Version 3.1 brings keyword management, which already was available to Mac users, to Windows PCs. Users of the Microsoft OS can now add, delete and rename keywords that are assigned to one or a series of images simultaneously. In addition, keywords can be displayed associated with an image, including those imported from other XMP-compatible software packages. Keywords can also be added to multi-criteria searches.

The new version also adds support for a number of new cameras from several brands. Photographers shooting with the Canon EOS 90D, Canon EOS M6 Mark II, Canon EOS M200, Fujifilm GFX 100, Nikon Z50, Olympus E-M5 Mark III, Sony A6600 and the Sony A6100 can now all process their Raw files in DXO Photo Lab 3. There’s also preliminary support for the Sony A9 II.

A number of new lenses have been added to the database as well which now includes over 55,000 camera/lens combinations. These include the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM, the Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM, the Fujinon GF 50mm F3.5 R LM WR, the Fujinon GF 110mm F2 R LM WR, the Nikkor Z 85mm F1.8 S, the Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G, and the Tamron 17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD for Sony FE.

The Essential Edition, as well as the more comprehensive Elite Edition of DxO PhotoLab 3.1, can now be downloaded from the DxO website for $ 100 and $ 150, respectively. For existing PhotoLab 3 users the upgrade is free.

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Nikon updates nearly all of its Windows software after anti-virus confusion

03 Dec

A number of Nikon Windows programs have been mistakenly identified as viruses by certain anti-virus programs. While there was no actual threat to the security of the computers the programs were installed on, Nikon has released an update for all of its software products to ensure the programs don’t get incorrectly flagged by anti-virus software going forward.

In the changelog of each of the updates, Nikon says it’s ’Fixed an issue that caused certain anti-virus software to mistakenly identify the “IFGLS001.exe” and “ifasglog.exe” files in the installation destination folder as viruses during or after installation.’

You can download the updates using the following product support pages:

  • Nikon Capture NX-D (Version 1.6.0a)
  • Nikon Camera Control Pro 2 (Version 2.29.1a)
  • Nikon Message Center 2 (Version 2.4.1)
  • Nikon Picture Control Utility 2 (Version 2.4.3a)
  • Nikon ViewNX-i & Capture NX-D (Version 1.19.040)
  • Nikon ViewNX-i (Version 1.4.0a)
  • Nikon Wireless Transmitter Utility (Version 1.9.0a)

Aside from the above change, it doesn’t appear as though anything is different in the programs.

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Astropad 3.2 update shows it isn’t going away anytime soon—and teases a Windows version

08 Jun

Astropad may have been ‘Sherlocked’ with Apple’s announcement that the ability to use an iPad as a secondary display will be baked into macOS 10.15 Catalina as a feature called Sidecar, but that hasn’t stopped Astropad from updating its third-party solution.

Yesterday, Astropad 3.2 was released with a few new updates and a note from its founders saying they have no plans to stop Astropad development, even amidst Apple’s Sidecar announcement.

Astropad 3.2 brings along your normal bug fixes and under-the-hood fixes as well as a fix to minimize pixelation. According to the update notes, the development team re-engineered the data flow from Mac devices to iPads ‘in order to push data more efficiently between devices.’ This fix should mean pixelation is ‘significantly reduced’ when your iPad is connected to a Mac device over strong Wi-Fi networks or USB. Astropad notes the changes should especially be noticeable when scrolling through text documents and websites.

On iOS, Astropad Studio 3.2, Astropad Standard 3.2 and Astropad Mini 3.2 should all be available to update in the iOS App Store if you currently have the apps on your device. The macOS app should automatically update to the latest version, but if not, Astropad has a dedicated download page where you can manually download the updated version.

As for future plans, Astropad’s founders have written up a blog post explaining that Astropad isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Under the headline ‘We’re not going anywhere,’ the note reads:

We’ve spent the last five years building innovative products like Astropad and Luna Display that cater to true creative professionals. Our team has always doubled-down on delivering rich features, deep customization, and low-latency input. Why? Because that’s user-driven and that’s what we do.

So while Apple’s Sidecar merely scratches the surface of a Mac-iPad workspace, we went all in on the bells and whistles. What does this mean for you? If you have basic needs, Apple’s Sidecar may do the trick. But if you’re a pro, we’ve built Astropad to cater to your creative workflow.

Oh, and one more thing: the message from the founders also hints that a Windows version of Astropad is in the future. ‘We see a bright future in that exciting new space and we hope you’ll join us along for the ride,’ reads the message. ‘So while we may be the underdogs, we’re ready to charge head-on because we’re just as committed to creative pros as we’ve always been — whether that’s via Mac, PC, or beyond.’

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Microsoft releases Raw Image Extension to get raw image previews on Windows 10

06 Jun

Windows 10 does not ship with native support for previewing raw image files, meaning users can’t view thumbnails or metadata in the Photos app or Windows File Explorer. Microsoft has a solution for photographers in need of this capability, however, and it’s called the Raw Image Extension.

A screenshot of the download page for Raw Image Extension.

The Raw Image Extension gives Windows 10 native support for previewing raw file formats from ‘many mid- to high-end digital cameras,’ according to Microsoft. Once installed, both Windows File Explorer and the Photos app in Windows 10 will support displaying thumbnails and metadata for these raw image files.

The extension is only supported on systems that have installed the Windows 10 May 2019 Update version 1903. Microsoft utilized the libraw open source project for this extension; a full list of supported formats is available here.

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OWC Mercury Helios FX 650 eGPU chassis launches with macOS, Windows support

18 Jan

OWC has launched Mercury Helios FX 650, an external GPU (eGPU) chassis compatible with macOS and Windows computers with Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. As with the Blackmagic eGPU and similar models, the new Mercury Helios FX 650 enables professionals to increase the graphics processing power of their desktop or laptop computers.

The Helios FX 650, which is made from recyclable materials, features a large temperature-controlled fan with variable speed support, the promise of quiet operation, an upgraded 650w power supply capable of providing 100w charging power to a connected computer, and support for most Thunderbolt-compatible GPUs.

The new OWC eGPU weighs 3kg / 7lbs and measures 20 x 34 x 18.5cm 7.9 x 13.4 x 7.3in. Unlike select competing models that have built-in GPUs and sealed designs, the Mercury Helios 650 can be upgraded to newer, faster GPUs in the future to meet evolving needs. The eGPU chassis is available now from MacSales for $ 399 USD.

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DxO PhotoLab 2.1 update brings file indexing feature to macOS, better search for Windows

11 Dec

DxO launched its PhotoLab 2 in late October, and now it is back with an update to version 2.1. The updated photo editing software brings the file indexing feature to macOS that was previously only available to Windows users. As well, the Windows version of PhotoLab 2.1 now includes a more detailed search history, including one-click access to past image searches when in a new session.

DxO PhotoLab 2.1 features an optimized database architecture that improves the editor’s image management system, the end result being “significantly faster searches,” according to the company.

In addition to the new features and improvements, PhotoLab 2.1 adds support for the DJI Mavic 2 Pro drone, Fujifilm X-A5, and Nikon Z7, as well as the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm F4 S and the NIKKOR F FX lens. DxO plans to add support for the NIKKOR Z 35mm F1.8 S and NIKKOR Z 50mm F1.8 S early next year.

The company is working on adding support for the DJI Mavic 2 Zoom drone, Nikon Z6, Canon EOS R, Canon EOS M50, Fujifilm GFX 50s, and Fujifilm GFX 50r cameras, as well.

DxO PhotoLab 2 Essential and Elite editions are currently discounted to $ 99.99 (£79.99) and $ 149.99 (£119.99), respectively, until December 25. Existing PhotoLab 2 software owners can download the version 2.1 update for free.

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Microsoft adds ‘Ultimate Performance’ mode to latest Windows 10 Pro build

16 Feb

Microsoft has introduced a new “Ultimate Performance” power scheme in its latest Windows 10 preview build. The new mode will be available to Windows 10 Pro for Workstations, a high-end version of Windows 10 that Microsoft introduced back in August. The company explains that Ultimate Performance is a way to “provide the absolute maximum performance” on these workstations for users who need as much power as possible.

Ultimate Performance mode builds upon the existing High-Performance option, working to eliminate micro-latencies, says Microsoft, that are “associated with fine grained power management techniques.” Ultimately, the new mode is designed for reducing those micro-latencies and it may result in increased power consumption; as such, Microsoft hasn’t made this mode available on system powered by batteries (like laptops).

For creatives who need to squeeze the most power possible out of their Windows machine as they edit 8K footage in Premiere Pro or cull and edit thousands of photos in the speedier new build of Lightroom Classic, the new mode could potentially give you a performance boost in exchange for higher power consumption.

Both OEMs and users can enable Ultimate Performance via Control Panel > Power Options > Hardware and Sound. The feature is only available to Windows Insiders running Windows 10 Pro for Workstations via Preview Builds 17079 or greater, for now.

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Free Lightroom alternative Darktable is now available on Windows

28 Dec

Free Lightroom alternative Darktable was recently updated to version 2.4.0, an update that is joined by a new milestone for the open source software: for the very first time, it has been ported to Windows. The Windows port is incomplete at the moment, lacking a few features like printing support, but the team said in a blog post that, “we are confident that it’s quite usable already and hope you will enjoy it.”

Darktable is an open source “virtual lighttable and darkroom for photographers,” and one that frequently pops up on “free Adobe alternative” lists online; however, until now, it had only been available for Linux and Mac. Version 2.4 brings numerous changes and some new features, including: tweaks to design elements, support for the basic import of Lightroom 7 settings, removal of the 51200 ISO limit, some usability improvements such as the ability to make new module instances using the middle mouse button, and a new haze removal module (among others).

The update also applies numerous bug fixes, adds new camera, noise profiles, and white balance preset support, changes some dependencies, and adds new software translations.

As for the Windows port, Darktable says this version currently has “a few limitations,” such as needing special drivers to tether. It also has some bugs, one of which is apparently a lack of non-ASCII character file name support when exporting and importing TIFF files. Still, the Windows version gives PC users something to play around with until the next update… and the one after that. Before long, Darktable for Windows might become a very popular Adobe alternative that will cost you 0 dollars and 0 cents.

Darktable 2.4.0 can be downloaded now from GitHub. The full version changelog can be found in the team’s announcement post.

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